South Africa's youth face one of the highest unemployment rates in the world, but instead of waiting for the right opportunities to arise, some are creating their own. For Yanga Giyose, the reward lies not only in building a successful law firm from the ground up, but in inspiring others to do the same. …
Tourism is a key economic driver in South Africa with its beaches, nature reserves, and bustling hospitality scene contributing approximately 8.8% to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as of 2024. But as winter approaches, ill-prepared businesses struggle to keep the lights on. In June 2023, hotel occupancy rates in Cape Town reached 53%,…
For many small business owners, the festive season offers a rare chance to step back from busy day-to-day operations and see the bigger picture. While this period allows for much-needed rest for some, it’s the perfect time to ensure your business is well-positioned to thrive in 2025.
This is according to Megan Dedekind, Area Manager…
Spring is the season associated with new beginnings and fresh starts. It’s the perfect time of year to act on the saying: ‘out with the old, in with the new’ – not just in terms of your home or mental health but also in terms of how you run your small business. Now is your…
A willingness to break stereotypes and relentless curiosity are a couple of the key attributes that help to make a business owner successful. This is according to Arnold February, Regional Investment Manager at Business Partners Limited (BUSINESS/PARTNERS) – one of Africa’s leading business loan and equity providers and 2019 Gold winner: SME bank of the year…