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9 January 2018
Cyber-crime can cost your small business more than you think
by Jeremy Lang
As the internet continues to shape the way business is done, businesses are faced with a new set of digital challenges. This includes the increased prevalence and sophistication of cyber-attacks.According to research recently released by the Cyber Intelligence Research Group, South Africa ranks as...
15 August 2017
Gender diversity key for success in uncertain times
by Kgomotso Ramoenyane
Gender diversity is vital for business success in an environment of increasing uncertainty. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can benefit significantly from improving gender diversity in their companies because of the complementary skills, different perspectives and ideas women bring. Only 28% of...
4 August 2017
Momtrepreneurs Map Their Own Destinies
by Gugu Mjadu
Women are increasingly starting small enterprises from the comfort oftheir own homes. While some of these women may be required to seek self-employment for financial necessity, many are being driven by the desire for flexibility and the independence to spend more time with their children. This...
14 July 2017
Six ways for businesses to become pillars of the community
by Gugu Mjadu
Many businesses make a point of giving, from sponsoring sports gear to donating goods to a nearby charity. By helping out in this way, the thinking goes, the business fosters goodwill and loyalty in the community.But charitable giving is merely the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the ways in...
13 June 2017
Entrepreneurial data isn’t all doom and gloom for South Africa
by Christo Botes
South Africa has recorded one of its lowest levels of entrepreneurial activity since 2002, according to the recently released Global Entrepreneurial Monitor (GEM) South Africa report 2016-2017. And with such a finding, it is easy to become pessimistic about the country’s prospect of ever...
15 May 2017
Choosing a legal entity for your business
by Nazeem Martin
One of the first and most important decisions an entrepreneur has to make is what type of legal entity to register his business under. There are many factors to consider and all the pros and cons must be weighed, as the wrong choice could be a costly mistake.The business format will depend very...