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Sunday, June 8, 2025

Vusi Adonis

Multimedia Journalist, IOL

It will cost me R1800 a day to keep my doors open due to load shedding - entrepreneur

According to Angelo Zachariades’ calculations, he could find himself spending R1800 or more a day on diesel just trying to keep his doors open.

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Fuel saving tips for small businesses

It is essential for SMEs to actively manage fuel spend to avoid it negatively impacting profit margins.

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5 easy savings tips you can use if you have a small business

Saving helps entrepreneurs build up a protective buffer to use on a rainy day or even future finance expansion dreams.

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WATCH: Want mopane worms on that pizza? A local entrepreneur is changing the face of masonja

Alternative protein sources are all the rage and this woman has come up with a way to incorporate mopane worms into more dishes.

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From eKasi to the world: Entrepreneur showcases South African art online

Andile Langa’s online platform looks to revolutionise how art is collected and sourced while appealing to what he calls a new generation of art collectors.

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Keep your business protected against robberies with these tips

South Africa has seen a marked increase in attacks on businesses. Learn how to protect yours.

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This is crucial to know before you take the plunge and start a business

As exciting as the prospect of starting a business might seem, aspirant entrepreneurs need to be cognisant of the fact that it takes more than a great product or service to establish a successful entrepreneurial enterprise.

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Avoid bad debt with this 4-step action plan

Businesses are more likely to go under in an high-interest-rate environment than they are in a low-interest-rate environment because of the higher cost of borrowing money.

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Rolling power cuts: how small businesses can adjust to the ‘new normal’

Load shedding is going to be with us for a long time. And if entrepreneurs don’t find ways to make it work, they may not survive.

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Business basics: what every entrepreneur should know when starting out

Young people need to innovate, think creatively, and find ways to empower themselves by starting their own businesses not only to benefit themselves but others too by creating jobs.

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5 simple steps you can follow to grow your online business

Online stores which can sell everything from make-up and electronic gadgets to the latest fashion items, are a great way to start a business.

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Majority of small businesses fail – tips on how to stay afloat

According to the University of the Western Cape, South Africa has a higher start-up failure rate than elsewhere.

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Entrepreneurs: 5 tips to help secure funding for your business

Trying to secure funding for your business can be a frustrating process, professional help can help make the process easier.

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EFF’s planned economic shutdown will harm small businesses - DA

Businesses allegedly threatened with looting unless they complied with the party’s demands to close shop.

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Want to own a spaza shop? There’s a stokvel for that

The stokvel allows individuals to own, rent and run spaza shops without being physically present.

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Cape Town entrepreneur builds coffee delivery app for SMEs

The app links coffee stores to customers in their immediate vicinity and is cheaper than conventional delivery services.

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Make extra cash: 5 tips for running a successful side hustle

The cost of fuel, food and electricity have all gone up, prompting individuals to find ways to supplement their income.

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The second-hand clothing market is raking in millions

Gen Z and millennials are a big driving force behind the resurgence of the global second-hand clothing market

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These common petrol-saving hacks will not get you more out of your fuel

Motorists use different tactics to help them get more mileage. However, some of these could be doing more harm than good.

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No, this copycat KFC will not be opening in SA

Ironically, it seems that Kaptain K Fried Chicken (KKFC) is a copy of another copycat.

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Crime: will insurance pay out if my alarm system fails during load shedding?

Auto & General has found that in the first 16 days of January 2023 in comparison with January 2022, there was a 40% increase in burglaries.

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Budget 2023: Solar power tax incentives for small businesses

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced changes to the Bounce Back Loan Guarantee Scheme will be made to incentivise renewable energy.

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Women encouraged to apply for Google backed entrepreneurship programme

The programme is looking to empower 140 women-led business around the country.

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Washable, reusable pads keep thousands of girls in school

Grass, sand, socks, foam mattresses, and cow dung are just some of the things young girls are using in lieu of sanitary pads.

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Self-taught coder builds app that’s drawing international attention

The app can help you locate your car in crowded places like parking lots and at festivals.

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