Tag: Small Business

Poor credit scores may be locking SMEs out of business finance

Diesel hike to raise SME operating costs.

Many entrepreneurs feel ignored, describing political campaigns as brief periods of grand promises followed by years of silence once votes are cast.

Industry estimates show the South African contract cleaning market generated about R52 billion in revenue in 2024 and is projected to reach R59 billion by 2030

Spaza shop owners looking to grow their businesses can apply for support through the Spaza Shop Support Fund. Launched in 2025 by the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD), the ...

South Africa’s 13 Special Economic Zones are opening new opportunities for small businesses.

Most funding institutions require businesses to be registered, tax compliant and supported by financial records and a clear business plan

The agency is also inviting service providers with expertise in priority sectors such as manufacturing, information and communication technology

Simple digital tools, for example, Google Sheets, or Microsoft Excel, are used by new businesses because they are easily accessible and can be used for free

In a move that could ease compliance pressures for very small businesses, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has expanded access to Turnover Tax registration through a new channel, the ...