Tag: small businesses
How small businesses can go digital – and why they have no choice
Today, businesses of all sizes, from roadside traders to large corporates, can no longer afford to not accept digital payments, says Zunaid Miya, Managing...
Inospace calls on the government to offer financial relief to small businesses affected by...
President Rampahosa must focus on small and medium-sized businesses when he addresses the country in the coming week about steps government is taking to...
Nedbank highlights the power of technology for small businesses
by Alan Shannon, Executive for Small Business Services and Private Clients at Nedbank
For many small businesses, one of the obstacles to implementing new technology...
Here’s how SMEs impacted by load shedding can mitigate risks
As of 2007, South Africa's electricity sector is facing several challenges - and in reality, that is putting it lightly. The country has a...
Telkom pledges R10m to rebuild small businesses in aftermath of unrest
South Africa recently witnessed civil unrest that led to the destruction of infrastructure, looting, and violence that severely impacted many small and medium businesses...
Google launches a series of programmes to support small businesses in Africa
On the continent, SMEs account for around 90% of all businesses forming the backbone of the economy. While these businesses account for 80% of...
Empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses to drive their economic growth
Entrepreneurship and SMMEs serve as the powerhouse of societal development and progress, driving innovation and economic growth. By creating products and services that capitalise...
The value of digital transformation for SMEs
Digital transformation refers to the overall change of organisational activities aimed at leveraging opportunities created by digital technologies and data. This requires companies to...
Government to help small businesses reach their potential
As governments around the world prioritise economic recovery following the devastating impact of COVID-19 on business, this year's World Intellectual Property Day will shine...
Emergency budget misses the mark for SMEs
Traditional bank lending is inadequate to support small businesses
There was little in the supplementary budget for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to cheer about,...