Business

One of the biggest perks of e-commerce is that it opens up a new world of customers. Not only can a store owner reach clients on the opposite side of the country, but they can also expand their reach to a global audience. More often than not, reaching the clients through marketing efforts isn’t the […]

On Friday, 3 October 2025, SME South Africa has the honour of attending the Santam Women of the Future Awards in association with FAIRLADY and TRUELOVE. This year, the awards were hosted at The Venue at the Houghton Hotel. At SME South Africa, we’re passionate about women and impactful entrepreneurship, and this event was a

The streets of South Africa are full of opportunities. Owning a car is more than just driving from point A to B. It can also be a source of extra income. In a country where the cost of living continues to rise, a lot of people are finding creative and flexible ways to earn money

Out-of-home (OOH) advertising takes many shapes and forms. Not only does it include the gigantic billboards, digital displays that run through a carousel of ads or street pole posters encouraging to “place your ad here”, but it is also transit advertising. These consist of vehicles wrapped with company details, electronic signage on top of ride-share

Ready to turn your side hustle into income? In this brief, we explore how simple ideas can become profitable ventures. From creative gigs to digital skills, side hustles are helping many South Africans build financial independence. Learn how to plan and manage your finances and grow your hustle into a sustainable business that works for

There is a strong argument that travel businesses need tech tools more than other businesses. The nature of its dealings is rooted in being conducted over long distances. Whether booking a tour to a faraway destination or planning to travel to family in a different province, tourism SMEs can streamline their business with a little

The term ‘skin in the game’ is often used in peer-to-peer(P2P) lending. You may have come across this term and wondered what it means. Skin in the game refers to the financial stake one has towards a project or investment. This might not always be financial, but can also refer to personal time or reputation

Navigating the data protection jungle in South Africa is quite complex, with so many regulations to navigate, small businesses need to be prepared for this challenge. One of the most important regulations is the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). POPIA is South Africa’s way of getting businesses and consumers to be serious about protecting

Thrifting is all about fun and saving money, but you can make a living out of it. Many people are now turning thrift shopping into a sustainable business. Buying secondhand clothes, furniture, or other items and reselling them for profit has become a popular way to earn an income. If you love finding hidden gems

Young Legend Music frontman Joeboy lights up the romantic side of the Afrobeats with his enchanting new single, Ring, featuring the rising street-pop sensation Shoday. The melodic collaboration clocks in as a breezy, heartfelt anthem that playfully navigates the joys and jitters of commitment, marking Joeboy’s first major drop since his third studio album, Viva