SA ecommerce soars, but logistics gridlock threatens growth: Bob Go reports 30% revenue surge as smart shipping becomes a survival tool for SMEs

South Africa's ecommerce sector is booming, with total revenue projected to top R110 billion this year and more than 40 million consumers now shopping online, according to Statista's 2025 Ecommerce Outlook. But as thousands of new online sellers enter the market, the question is no longer how to grow; it's how to cope. One of…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 12, 20250Comments

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Five key areas for SMEs to consider over the festive season

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…

BySpice4Life NewsDecember 2, 20240Comments

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Festive Finances: Get Ready for Black Friday with Savvy, Sustainable Spending

In an economy where small to medium enterprises (SMEs) contribute at least 40% to the GDP, it seems only reasonable that SMEs are able to take advantage of the potential benefits of Black Friday trading. While even large and established companies, who have historically dominated the Black Friday market, need to carefully assess the risks…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 18, 20240Comments

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Business travel’s back, but how will it evolve in 2023 and beyond?

At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, many wondered if we'd ever travel for business in the same way as we did pre-pandemic. After all, if you could attend a conference or a meeting with international partners from the comfort of your own home, why would you travel halfway around the world to do so? …

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 30, 20230Comments

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ACCESS TO BUSINESS FUNDING IS KEY TO GROWING YOUR RETAIL BUSINESS

In the current climate, small and medium-sized retailers need to ensure they have the right tools and capabilities in place to not only attract new customers but to then provide an outstanding experience. Intelligently leveraging business funding to invest in these resources can be the difference between competing effectively in a crowded and increasingly pressurised…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 14, 20220Comments

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SAVINGS MONTH: FIVE EASY SAVINGS TIPS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

National Savings Month provides a valuable reminder of things we can all do to save where we can. This approach to responsible money management is valid for small businesses too. “There are a lot of easy to set up measures that can help SMEs better look after their hard-earned cash. Implementing these will help businesses build up…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 20, 20220Comments

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BUILDING SA’S ECONOMY THROUGH SAVVY SMES

An important driver of the South African economy faces an enormous challenge. Our small to medium enterprises (SME) sector has barely emerged from the ravages of the pandemic, before now having to face a fresh set of obstacles. They need to be clever and savvy to overcome these challenges. Rising fuel and food costs are…

BySpice4Life NewsJune 21, 20220Comments

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ADAPTING TO CHANGE WILL EMPOWER SMES 

The world is constantly evolving, creating new needs, challenges, and opportunities for small businesses. The rise of fintech in South Africa has challenged the approach of traditional banks and given a platform for SMEs to grow their businesses more effectively.  "Fintech is playing a greater role in challenging traditional decision-making processes that business owners have…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 30, 20220Comments

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SMES OF TOMORROW – TIPS TO DRIVE GROWTH IN 2022

Employing over half the workforce, driving significant growth in the private sector, and representing some 98% of all businesses, SMEs are the lifeblood of the South African economy. Experts speculate that Digital Transformation, COVID-19 awareness, shifting supply-chain trends, and operational optimisations, are among the key areas where SMEs can drive improvements, and thrive in 2022.…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 30, 20210Comments

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FIVE WAYS SMES CAN GEAR UP FOR A SUCCESSFUL BLACK FRIDAY

As South African businesses continue to face significant economic uncertainty, SMEs should consider how to improve their competitiveness and relevance during seasonal sales periods such as Black Friday on 26 November. According to Statistics South Africa, South African retail sales fell 4% year-on-year in 2020, indicating a contraction in Black Friday sales for last year.…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 19, 20210Comments

Tag: SMEs

SA ecommerce soars, but logistics gridlock threatens growth: Bob Go reports 30% revenue surge as smart shipping becomes a survival tool for SMEs

Five key areas for SMEs to consider over the festive season

Festive Finances: Get Ready for Black Friday with Savvy, Sustainable Spending

Business travel’s back, but how will it evolve in 2023 and beyond?

ACCESS TO BUSINESS FUNDING IS KEY TO GROWING YOUR RETAIL BUSINESS

SAVINGS MONTH: FIVE EASY SAVINGS TIPS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

BUILDING SA’S ECONOMY THROUGH SAVVY SMES

ADAPTING TO CHANGE WILL EMPOWER SMES

SMES OF TOMORROW – TIPS TO DRIVE GROWTH IN 2022

FIVE WAYS SMES CAN GEAR UP FOR A SUCCESSFUL BLACK FRIDAY

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