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Vehicle sales figures bring Bidvest and Barloworld down – David Shapiro on Thursday’s market moves.
Vehicle sales figures bring Bidvest and Barloworld down – David Shapiro on Thursday’s market moves.
The Newtown precinct has a new artisanal bakery and its inspired owner, Sibusiso Radebe, explains why his café is different to the other eateries in the area.
The Newtown precinct has a new artisanal bakery and its inspired owner, Sibusiso Radebe, explains why his café is different to the other eateries in the area.
Celebrating the wearers of beards, Mzimkhulu Nyaba has created a range of locally made organic beard oils.
Celebrating the wearers of beards, Mzimkhulu Nyaba has created a range of locally made organic beard oils.
The TM Group is an innovative construction and property development company using alternative business technology.
The TM Group is an innovative construction and property development company using alternative business technology.
Passion for fashion inspired Samke Mtshali to start an online store specialising in locally made footwear.
Siyabulela Sinqe has created a digital platform to provide tangible empowerment solutions for unemployed youth.
Siyabulela Sinqe has created a digital platform to provide tangible empowerment solutions for unemployed youth.
Siyabulela Sinqe has created a digital platform to provide tangible empowerment solutions for unemployed youth.
A passion for caring for people led Freda Makanete to open a clinic that started in a Wendy house.
A passion for caring for people led Freda Makanete to open a clinic that started in a Wendy house.
Slogging it out at markets, a passion for food and the odd night in a police station prepare this chef for his casual dining business. We chat to co-founder of Sumting Fresh, Andrew Leeuw, about his food journey.
A young entrepreneur’s curiosity leads him to establish a business manufacturing biofuels.
Gugu Intimates has introduced the first skin-coloured underwear range for brown skin tones.
CEO Caskey Ndaba on the SME landscape, what makes an entrepreneur and building a 100% black-owned company.
A passion for knitwear, backed up by education and hard work, has led Laduma Ngxokolo to success in a niche market.
Tshepo Kgapane – founder of Youth Money Circle - is inspiring a positive culture of saving among young South Africans.
Zandile Dlamini saw a gap in the market to introduce tourists to the people and lifestyle of Soweto
Zandile Dlamini saw a gap in the market to introduce tourists to the people and lifestyle of Soweto
Entrepreneur Bonga Shabangu started out with a concrete mixer, selling to crèches in Soweto.
Entrepreneur Bonga Shabangu started out with a concrete mixer, selling to crèches in Soweto.
Funding has been the biggest challenge - Njabulo Cele, MD at travel management company Luendo Travel.
Lawyer-turned-entrepreneur has created an easily accessible database of black-owned businesses.
'You have to keep at it for the first three years, it only really starts showing profit thereafter' - Jolene Roelofse.
'You have to keep at it for the first three years, it only really starts showing profit thereafter' - Jolene Roelofse.
SA is struggling to fill critical job positions, and those require a foundation in maths and science – Joe Phalawane.
SA is struggling to fill critical job positions, and those require a foundation in maths and science – Joe Phalawane.
A drama graduate and businessman team up to scout acting talent – Anna Hlalele & Vinesh Duckworth – Canvas CAM
A drama graduate and businessman team up to scout acting talent – Anna Hlalele & Vinesh Duckworth – Canvas CAM
Young mother and entrepreneur, Portia Poopedi’s passion for parties inspired her to start a business.
Young mother and entrepreneur, Portia Poopedi’s passion for parties inspired her to start a business.
Against all odds an entrepreneur followed her passion to become co-owner of G&T Auto Body
Against all odds an entrepreneur followed her passion to become co-owner of G&T Auto Body
Theo Baloyi decided to walk his own journey and follow his passion for shoes when recently establishing a proudly South African shoe brand
Theo Baloyi decided to walk his own journey and follow his passion for shoes; he's recently established a proudly South African brand.
'Young Hustla' aims to educate young people about entrepreneurship and business – Andile Dube, founder.
'Young Hustla' aims to educate young people about entrepreneurship and business – Andile Dube, founder.
'Culture is learned. Our strategy was to become a custodian of culture but also embrace other people from different cultural backgrounds': founder of Mash Braai House, Ngwato Mashilwane.
'Culture is learned. Our strategy was to become a custodian of culture': founder of Mash Braai House, Ngwato Mashilwane.
We are all working to be a great Cheri Yase Kasi, and get on the JSE one day: Sunshine Shibambo and Tumi Mohube, co-founders, Cheri Yase Kasi.
'Our product is gunning for people who are open-minded enough to think that they can change the world' - Sifiso Dlangamandla and Kgosi Rampa, LoCrate Market.
An IT graduate and marketer turn a traditional recipe into a business - Mosibudi Makgato and Rosemary Padi - owners of YaMama Gemmer.
An IT graduate and marketer turn a traditional recipe into a business - Mosibudi Makgato and Rosemary Padi - owners of YaMama Gemmer.
Everything that happens at Thesis is an extension of us: It comes naturally for us to eat that food; to be running, cycling and wearing the clothes: founder & business manager Wandile Zondo, creative director Galebowe Mahlatsi.
Everything that happens at Thesis is an extension of us: It comes naturally for us to eat that food; to be running, cycling and wearing the clothes: founder & business manager Wandile Zondo, creative director Galebowe Mahlatsi.
Young farmer Phila Cele’s community vegetable garden in Soweto is producing chilies for export.
Young farmer Phila Cele’s community vegetable garden in Soweto is producing chilies for export.
Suketchi was born from a former boss and employee relationship. 'There are no two ways about it...your work needs to be top quality': creative director David Tshabalala.
Two sisters spotted a gap in the children’s clothing market for a fun and gender-neutral range.
Two sisters spotted a gap in the children’s clothing market for a fun and gender-neutral range.
Completely natural ethnic haircare products were inspired by Thokozile Mangwiro of Nilotiqa’s need for an effective locally-produced product.
Completely natural ethnic haircare products were inspired by Thokozile Mangwiro of Nilotiqa’s need for an effective locally-produced product.
'I don’t have a formula; it’s just a matter of consistency and being persistent' - Lethabo Mokoena, founder of Walk Fresh Sneaker Cleaning and Shoe Care.
'I don’t have a formula; it’s just a matter of consistency and being persistent' - Lethabo Mokoena, founder of Walk Fresh Sneaker Cleaning and Shoe Care.
'I don’t have a formula; it’s just a matter of consistency and being persistent' - Lethabo Mokoena, founder of Walk Fresh Sneaker Cleaning and Shoe Care.
“One of the main reasons I think SMEs fail is lack of understanding their cash flow and lack of proper use of their funds.” Graham Shapiro - founder, Shapiro Advisory
'One of the main reasons I think SMEs fail is lack of understanding their cash flow and lack of proper use of their funds' - Graham Shapiro, founder of Shapiro Advisory.
‘You [need to] create a great product that sells itself' - Zano Sithetho - founder of Skorzch.
‘You [need to] create a great product that sells itself' - Zano Sithetho - founder of Skorzch.
'I think most importantly what we’ve tried to keep with this brand is just to remain authentic' Lesego-Tshepang Mokoena - founder - Floral Raffia.
'I think most importantly what we’ve tried to keep with this brand is just to remain authentic' Lesego-Tshepang Mokoena - founder, Floral Raffia
Energy House ZA develops 'very smart, cost-efficient renewable energy solutions' - Noxolo Kahlana - founder and MD.
Energy House ZA develops 'very smart, cost-efficient renewable energy solutions' - Noxolo Kahlana - founder and MD.
Before you build your product, start creating a community around your business: Sandile Shabangu - Startup Mzansi Foundation.
The aim is to get bigger and better and be the platform for anybody looking for African creatives - Charmaine Ngobeni and Amanda Sibiya.
From currency dealing to fashion styling. Theo Ngobeni of Mr Slimfit is a firm believer that you should always 'dress for where you want to go, not for where you are'.
One click or call and we take care of everything in your household – Noni Masombuka – BlackOlive House.
Don’t quit your job immediately. First test the waters and establish if it works – Khanyi Xaba – owner, Style Collusion.
We need a bridge between people who know how to do a business plan properly and people who don’t – Ran Neu-Ner, The Creative Counsel.
An LED screen connected to a Raspberry Pi plays video adverts, with audio available via FM radio – Bonele Lusith.
An LED screen connected to a Raspberry Pi plays video adverts, with audio available via FM radio - Bonele Lusith.
Leap Partners assists SMEs to create successful and sustainable businesses – Zinhle and Nomhle Mncube.
Leap Partners assists SMEs to create successful and sustainable businesses – Zinhle and Nomhle Mncube.
Leap Partners wanted to create and assist entrepreneurs for being newsworthy, successful and sustainable businesses: directors and co-founders Zinhle and Nomhle Mncube.
Multitasking, hard work and determination is Mmathapelo Mashifane’s strategy to gain success in the vintage fashion industry.
Multitasking, hard work and determination is Mmathapelo Mashifane’s strategy to gain success in the vintage fashion industry.
'Our brand is our lifestyle. Passion will drive you when you don’t have funds ... when it gets tough' - Thato and Nthati Molefe, founders of Mzalwane Clothing.
Company's vision is to transform the township into an upmarket economic powerhouse by exposing art – MD, Thabo Modise.
Nkululeko Legend Manqele is upfront about entrepreneurship struggles, his aspirations and TV in the new era.
For young, black start-ups, it’s a lot harder to get into a door...your work has to bulldoze its way in – Anthony Bila – The Expressionist.
‘If you’ve got an idea and you really are passionate about it, do it right now, don’t waste a day.’ Connie Bhebhe – CEO, PRItea
'If you have an idea and you're really passionate about it, do it right now, don’t waste a day.'
‘Denim is amazing. It’s one item that can unite the world’: Tshepo Mohlala – originator of Tshepo the Jean Maker.
‘What keeps me going in this space is I don’t have any other choice.’ Rina Chunga - African contemporary designer, Rich Factory.
And 'build a better future for SA' by teaching entrepreneurship and wealth creation to communities - Tebogo Ditshego, CEO of Ditshego Media.
I worked in the garage for four years with no pay, with nothing but doing it because I loved it: Veronica Shezi – owner, Vero's Cakes.
I worked in the garage for four years with no pay, with nothing but doing it because I loved it: Veronica Shezi – owner, Vero's Cakes.
Entrepreneurship was a rude awakening says accountant-turned-educational toy maker Thokozane Maloka – founder/director, Embryo Play.
Entrepreneurship was a rude awakening says accountant-turned-educational toy maker Thokozane Maloka – founder/director, Embryo Play.
Zonke Ndaba is a visionary entrepreneur who aims to sell African-inspired appliances to the international market.
The Awethu Project focuses on talent and invests in building partnerships with entrepreneurs.
“It’s hard, no one ever said it’s easy…but I would always say follow your passion” - Masego Kunupi.
Tshego Moloabi's previous experience at OUTsurance helped her to grow and enable her wedding planning business Meletlo Celebrations.
How Masetshaba Motsepe is building her photography business and her advice to other would-be entrepreneurs.
How Masetshaba Motsepe is building her photography business and her advice to other would-be entrepreneurs.
In this week’s SME Corner Kagisho Mahura shares 'out-of-the-box' tips for start-up finance.
Don't get too focused on the 'idea' - Kees Snijders, Flickswitch co-founder and director.
Watch video. Don't get too focused on the 'idea' - Kees Snijders, Flickswitch co-founder and director.
‘A lack of black dolls on the retail market fuelled my desire to create Ntomb'entle’ – Molemo Kgomo.
‘A lack of black dolls on the retail market fuelled my desire to create Ntomb'entle’ – Molemo Kgomo.
If you have to work through the night to start your own, sustainable business, then do so - Bokang Montjane - former Miss SA and entrepreneur.
If you have to work through the night to start your own, sustainable business, then do so - Bokang Montjane - former Miss SA and entrepreneur.
‘I spend far too much time on [red tape] instead of just…growing the business’ - Leisl Algeo, MD - Launchpad.
‘I spend far too much time on [red tape] instead of just…growing the business’ - Leisl Algeo, MD - Launchpad.
'We are back in the trenches ... redefining what our competitive edge is' - Lynette Ntuli - founding director and CEO, Innate Investment Solutions.
'I have always wanted to start my own business' - Phuti Mahanyele, outgoing CEO - Shanduka Group.
In your supply chain open gaps for entrepreneurs or support enterprise development - 1Accord Innovation Hub: CEO Mduduzi Dladla.
Entrepreneur Nonhlanhla Zwane risked it all to start her shoe business. She takes us through her journey.
Free-spirited, Soweto-based entrepreneur Sphelele Chikowi started her handmade jewellery business from the boot of her car and now she’s expanding to other cities.
Dineo Tsamela explains her motivation to simplify the financial journey by providing a step-by-step guide to becoming debt free.
When there are dominant players in a market, ‘the last thing I want to do is go and copy them’ - Bheki Zondo – owner of Biscotti Biscuits.
Free-thinking entrepreneur, Bless Mlangeni, marries science and art with a creative fashion range made from nuts and bolts.