South Africa is grappling with a serious issue: food poisoning linked to snacks sold at spaza shops in our townships. This alarming situation has tragically claimed the lives of children and exposed the urgent need for tighter regulations in these Read the full story
As we gear up for National Entrepreneurship Month, I’m reminded of the power of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) and Small, Micro, and Medium Enterprises (SMMEs) in building our economy and creating lasting change in South Africa. These aren’t just Read the full story
Attending the Green Economy Indaba at Nedbank’s office was an eye-opening experience for me. Held on 31 October 2024, the event brought together South Africa’s top innovators, thinkers, and changemakers to discuss the future of sustainability. With a packed agenda Read the full story
I love diving into the numbers, and September was packed with insights! Stats SA shared their latest quarterly and annual reports, giving us a clear picture of how the South African economy is shaping up. SOUTH AFRICAN ECONOMY GROWS IN Read the full story
Learning is a lifelong journey, and for business owners, staying open to new ideas and strategies is essential. One of the best ways to grow is by connecting with fellow entrepreneurs—whether through reading, networking, or simply listening to their stories. Read the full story
Growing up in the rural heartlands of Limpopo, I witnessed a unique rhythm of life where men often left their families for city work, while women stayed behind, shouldering the responsibilities of raising children. As a boy, I wondered why Read the full story
Entrepreneurs face a myriad of challenges, especially when it comes to managing their finances. It’s a topic often avoided, with many business owners leaving it to their bookkeepers. But as the decision-maker, the responsibility ultimately falls on you. No matter Read the full story
As the year 2024 kicks off we have decided to take Transform SA platforms on a new path. We are relaunching Transform SA Daily, Transform SA Weekly and Transform SA Monthly. These three online platforms will help us keep you Read the full story
I thought that January would be the perfect time to talk about the importance of having a solid pipeline and sales forecasting for SMMEs. According to Configero: these two are very important and they are the bread and butter of Read the full story
(SANParks) launched a R10-million programme to provide access to market, finance and business development support to SMMEs from communities surrounding South Africa’s major national parks. The goal of the Sanlam SANParks SMME Support Programme is to create sustainable businesses by providing supply Read the full story