World Economic Forum names Cape Town start-up a “Tech Pioneer”
Omnisient, the South African data analytics fintech that is accelerating financial inclusion by helping millions of people with no credit history get access to...
SA grain and livestock farmers must adapt in the face of changing weather patterns
In the coming months and years, changing global weather patterns will likely have significant consequences for South African farmers, especially those involved in livestock...
Startup removes complexity to counter non-compliance by 72% of SA’s small businesses
Despite non-compliance having very costly consequences like penalties, legal fees and director liability, the most recent annual report of the Companies and Intellectual Property...
Anuva Green Energy provides critical funding for large-scale, solar projects
In a bid to curb the energy crisis in South Africa and keep up with the rising demand for solar energy, Anuva Green Energy...
Cape Chamber and AHI’s breakthrough in business unity will tackle some of the biggest...
This month we are thrilled to report a major breakthrough in business unity in the Western Cape following a series of discussions between the...
First digital insurance solution for micro and informal businesses
SANTAM, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, has launched the country’s first ever digital insurance solution for micro township enterprises, which will cost between R75...
Economy escapes a recession, but still stuck in the lowest gear
Following an upwardly revised GDP contraction of 1.1% q/q (previously 1.3% q/q contraction) in 4Q22, the economy defied our expectation of a mild technical...
Call for increased SME sector support to foster SA economic recovery
The onset of COVID-19 in 2020 and subsequent energy crisis, have dealt deafening blows to the small- and medium-sized enterprises (SME) industry. Now, as...
The good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to social media
In recent years, the rise of social media has revolutionised the way in which we communicate and interact with each other. While social media...
Three smart moves to shield businesses against the weakening Rand
Earlier this month, the Rand plunged to its lowest point ever, reaching R19.51 against the Dollar. This decline was influenced by various geopolitical factors including...
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