ZAR TO USD EXCHANGE RATE on the riseCan we call it a revival yet? The rand has staged something of a recovery this month, after plunging to its worst-ever exchange rate value against the US dollar at… 
SA Lockdown Level 3: Here’s What You Should KnowSouth African government is considering to move the country to level 3 of lockdown. According to police minister Bheki Cele. The next level of SA’s lockdown means that there will… 
Nail salons, hairdressers and barber service providers losing their income during the coronavirus lockdownPersonal care businesses like hairdressers, barbershops, nail salons, and skincare businesses were ordered to shut down when the COVID-19 lockdown was imposed. Hairdressers find themselves among the many service providers… 
SA Metal Packaging Industry Faces Dramatic Changes Due To Lockdown RegulationsSouth Africa has been in a national state of disaster for more than 30 days, which started on 27 March 2020, and the metal packaging industry is facing dramatic changes, says… 
Building Communities From The Ground UpIt is of vital importance that big businesses support small businesses within the construction industry for the growth of the South African economy, and give back to the communities. This… 
Keys To Making data Relevant To The businessThe truth is that not all data is interesting, valuable or relevant to your business. Data doesn’t work for everyone. It’s true, some data is just not going to make any difference to the business. Business intelligence (BI)… |
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Falke A Leading Sock Brand In South Africa Is Pausing Their Sock Run To Bring You Face MasksFalke, a leading sock brand in South Africa has converted a section of their production facility at the Falke Hosiery to manufacture face masks for the South African community during… 
BATSA the largest tobacco company in South Africa drops legal action against cigarette banBritish American Tobacco South Africa (BATSA) has decided not to pursue legal action against the government over the ban on the sale of cigarettes. On Wednesday morning, the company said… 
Staring A Carpentry Business? Is it a good idea nowAre you considering starting your own business right now.? The good news is starting any business is always a good idea. A home-based business right now, is the safes with the world coronavirus pandemic happening…. 
Google offers to help journalists with an energancy relief fund15th April 2020 Local news is a vital resource for keeping people and communities connected in the best of times. Today, it plays an even greater function in reporting on… 
Coronavirus: Two Shoprite Stores Had Close Its Doors After Employees Test PositiveThe Food retailer Shoprite had to closed two Cape Town branches after an employee tested positive for COVID -19. The first Shoprite branch to close was the Bothasig branch. Shoprite Bothasig… 
Why South African Business Leaders Should Stand Together During COVID-19Business leaders in South Africa now have the responsibility to stand together to keep business moving, protect employment and the economy ticking over. Frank Mullen, CEO of Zinia, a leading mid-sized… |
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Boost Your Business Strategies While Working From HomeThe COVID-19 pandemic and national lockdown have had an enormous impact on the country and businesses as a whole. Non-essential companies have had to cease operations abruptly, and those permitted… 
COVID-19: Essential production manufactures loan fundingIDC MCEP Loan COVID Essential Product Manufacturers • Administered by the Industrial Development Corporation – from DTIC • For working capital and plant & equipment requirements • Fund Value –… 
The official COVID-19 website for South African government information and updates.STAY HOME. SAVE LIVES. Help stop coronavirus 1 STAY home as much as you can 2 KEEP a safe distance 3 WASHhands often 4 COVER your cough 5 SICK? Call… 
Eight tips for working from homeWith many businesses considering how best to keep teams connected when not everyone can be in the same location, we’ve been asked by a number of our customers for recommendations… 
COVID-19: $800+ million to support small businesses and crisis responseGoogle blog As the coronavirus outbreak continues to worsen around the world, it’s taking a devastating toll on lives and communities. To help address some of these challenges, today we’re… 
GENRIC Insurance Company Donates To Government’s Solidarity Fund Aims To Protect Small Businesses And Thousands Of South African JobsGENRIC Insurance Company donates to Government’s Solidarity Fund to protect as many small businesses, and the employment they provide for thousands of South Africans President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the creation… |
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What you need to know about the impact of Covid-19 and paying taxThe South African Revenue Service (SARS) has taken several precautionary measures in response to the risk of infection from Covid-19 which are aligned with and are in support of the… 
Reasons Why African Small Businesses Fail, How to Prevent Early SME DeathsWhy African Small Businesses Fail, How to Prevent Early SME Deaths Poor planning Most African business owners are not patient enough to put a plan in place before commencing. Planning… 
The Rand tanks further- COVID-19 South AfricaJohannesburg – The rand has reached fresh lows against the US dollar, currently trading at around R17. 87 against the greenback. Things could get worse for the local unit as… 
South Africa on a national lockdown23 March- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa declared a national lockdown. He explained the next days are crucial without decisive action, the number of people infected will rapidly increase from… 
You will save by paying an extra R650 into your home loanThe one percentage point drop in the Reserve Bank’s key repo rate will be very welcome in light of the struggle that faces South Africa’s property market in 2020, says Tony… 
Standard bank offers a three month holiday on paymentsStandard Bank on Sunday announced a 3-month payment holiday for small business owners in South Africa amid the coronavirus pandemic. The bank says it will offer payment relief as a… |
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Water restrictions for residents in arrears suspended: CoronavirusWater restictions temporarily suspended by the City of Cape Town for those who are in arrears with their municipal account because of the Covid-19 outbreak. In a statement on Friday,… 
South Africa will hear from president Cyril Ramaphosa Sunday: COVID-19Business leaders and the team heading up SA’s plan to combat the spread of coronavirus is on Sunday briefing President Cyril Ramaphosa, ahead of his scheduled address to the nation….
South African Rand volatility heads for uncharted territory as risks stack upWith a monetary policy decision and a credit-rating review on the immediate horizon, not to mention market havoc caused by the coronavirus pandemic, traders can’t see a break ahead for… 
Using Google Adsense with WordPress steps to followPosted in Entrepreneurship, Marketing Last updated on February 17th, 2020 Unless you’re directly marketing and selling your own products online, generating revenue on your website can be tough. There are many options… 
Nandos throws shade at KFCNandos at it again, the fast-food outlet has on numerous occasions delivered fiery clap-backs and savage digs. This time, Nando’s threw shade at KFC’s slogan, “Finger licking good”. The fast-food… 
Rugby and cricket shut down; soccer waits while Covid-19 threat increasesThe contrasting approaches taken by SA Rugby and Cricket South Africa compared to the Premier Soccer League and the South African Football Association towards the coronavirus threat are illuminating, with… |
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Police Minister Bheki Cele talks spottersThe police minister was speaking at a briefing on how his department and the justice minister’s department will be implementing the COVID-19 regulations. 
Pick n Pay disappoints pensioners in Cape TownPick n Pay has launched a special pensioners shopping hour every Wednesday for shoppers over 65 but left pensioner Josephs tearful and others upset. Listen to Josephs speak Courtney Africa… 
Capitec to help people with loans affect by the coronavirusThe executive committee of Capitec is meeting on Monday afternoon to discuss whether it will change its credit policies and procedures to accommodate clients who may fall behind on credit…
SA mining, tourism and telecoms likely to take a knock due to coronavirusSouth Africa’s largest supplier of imports is China, and its biggest buyer of exports – and the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the Chinese economy will certainly be felt…
Google offers paid sick leave to contractors and temp workers who can’t work due to Coronavirus symptonsGoogle has set up a fund that will enable all contract and temporary workers globally to take paid sick leave should they need to due potential coronavirus symptoms or quarantines,… 
The 2020 Debt Collection Southern Africa ConferenceThe best ways to understand how to simplifying regulatory changes and improve debt collection strategies with technology is to stay on top of new trends. The annual Debt Collection 2020… |
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City of Cape Town Looking To Buy Energy From Independent Power ProducersThe City Cape Town is ready to start creating its own power supply grid. Kieno Kammies interviews the City of Cape Town’s Kadri Nassiep. The City of Cape Town is… 
Start Your Own Home Daycare CenterIn today’s economy daycare center are an essential service, and working parents are always worrying about daycare for the kiddies.. Starting an affordable, daycare center fills an important need by… 
Eskom- Loadshedding might happen in SA againA acceleration in economic growth in South Africa could trigger power cuts, with state utility Eskom’s fragile generation system unable to respond to increased demand for electricity. The energy availability…
Legal Ways Companies Can Save MoneyOne of the keys to financial success as a business owner is decreasing overhead fees to save lots of cash. After all, the more cash you save, the more of it you create. you may notice that additionally to… 
Cutting Down On Business CostWhether your business’s budget is tight or you’re able to stretch your profit margins a small amount additional, there are several things savvy business owners will do to save lots of cash. Businesses can usually look altogether the acquainted places, like cutting employees, … 
Ten ideas to do when business is slow1. Intense Marketing Don’t overlook the importance of having the right marketing tools. If the business is slow, you want to evaluate what equipment are you using in your marketing… |
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What Is UV Coating ?Understanding the concept of UV coating. Maybe your printed marketing materials are your finest opportunity to grab the attraction of your customers in this era of hardcore competition. Then why… 
Benefits of printing business brochures and next day business card printingBrochures are in full swing in the market, and most of the business enterprises use brochures to sell their products. The brochures can be of different types depending upon the… 
Business Gift IdeasFive Business Gift Ideas That Will Surprise Your Clients. Business gift ideas can really be just about anything you want them to be, but you want to be sure your… 
Should You Trade in Cryptocurrency?Cryptocurrency’s notion is currently becoming remarkably popular among traders. A concept introduced into the world by Satoshi Nakamoto as a side product turned into a hit. Decoding Cryptocurrency we know…
Do’s and Don’ts When Promoting Your Courier BusinessIf you’re new to the business of freight forwarding, or if you feel you’re going a little stale when it comes to promoting your business, we have some great tips… 
Twitter Users Hits Hard at Journalist Samkelo MasekoAfter the SONA eNCA journalist Samkelo Maseko got the chance to interview Julius Malema. Economic Freedom Fighters leader, Julius Malema was asked about Justice minister Ronald Lamola’s Louis Vuitton shoes…. |
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President Cyril Ramaphosa Delivered State of the Nation addressPresident Cyril Ramaphosa rose to deliver his State of the Nation Address on Thursday 20 June 2019. Watch Highlights of the SONA 2019 below: Main picture screen shot of video/… 
Road closures for SONA 2019Thursday 20 June 2019 From 6:00 to 23:45 (for rehearsal pruposes) Church Square. Roeland Street: between Plein and Buitenkant Street Closure of Company Gardens. Government Avenue from Orange Street to… 
Whats happening in South Africa todayHereus what is happening in and affecting South Africa today: All eyes are on this evening’s State of the Nation (Sona) address where President Ramaphosa is expected to make announcements… Zimbabwe unit Tongaat delays it’s financialsINTERNATIONAL – Troubled Tongaat Hulett’s Zimbabwe unit, Hippo Valley, on Thursday said it would delay its financials by a month to re-evaluate it’s previous statements as they would be impacted… 
The latest photography techStyleshoots is a light box with an automatic photographer installed, if we could call it that.A company from Switzerland created an automatic photographer to produce products stock images best suited… 
South African New Coins 2019 Soon to be ReleasedFirst time in history that members of the public have been given the mandate to develop the themes for the new South African coins 2019. Most of these artists are… |
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