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Tobacco giant’s factory closure set to hit SA economy

SMEs continue to face challenges despite R760m state investment

Floods expose vulnerability of uninsured farmers

Tourism SMEs seek to beat off season blues

$The table grape and raisin industry is preparing for the 2026 harvest season. Photo. Lucas Ledwaba\Mukurukuru Media$

Table grape industry aims to reduce risks during 2026 harvest

Heavy rains destroy roads and business infrastructure

SARS incorporates third party data from banks and other sources

Innovative entrepreneur’s app helps students access varsity

Africa’s tourism sector calls for impact at Meetings Africa

Traders and transport operators face back-to-school pressure
Agriculture

Floods expose vulnerability of uninsured farmers

$The table grape and raisin industry is preparing for the 2026 harvest season. Photo. Lucas Ledwaba\Mukurukuru Media$

Table grape industry aims to reduce risks during 2026 harvest

Farmers aim to meet tax and admin compliance in new year

Foot and mouth diagnostic innovation offers relief for farmers

$Eastern Cape village farmers are cashing in on festivities during the December holidays. Photo. Lucas Ledwaba\Mukurukuru Media$

Village farmers coining it as communities throw festive feasts

Black wine cellar owner breaks new ground in industry value chain

Indigenous communities to profit from CSIR African ginger deal

$Koena Tjelele sells mielies along the R37 road in Polokwane. Photo. Lucas Ledwaba\Mukurukuru Media$

Mielie season triggers profit rush for farmers and traders
Innovation

Innovative entrepreneur’s app helps students access varsity

Back-to-school rush boosts township tutoring businesses

New CSIR facility opens advanced manufacturing access for SMEs

Foot and mouth diagnostic innovation offers relief for farmers

Science research body seeks SME support for new health product

Women owned mutual bank enters banking sector

RMB payments set to improve import trade for SMEs

ORT airport digital centre gives SMEs exposure

South Africa’s small rail engineers target international markets

SMEs look to score from Tshwane’s free digital marketing course
Finance

Experts warn SMEs about lack of understanding of bank fees

Santam’s London launch marks significant shift for SA’s insurer

Small businesses anticipate steady economic gains in 2026

Rising tax pressure puts SMEs under strain ahead of 2026 budget

Women owned mutual bank enters banking sector

SMEs cautious as GDP growth fails to translate into real gains

SMEs brace for tough 2026 amid rising costs

RMB payments set to improve import trade for SMEs

G20 Summit could unlock significant benefits for SMEs

UK partnerships to boost SA small businesses
Tourism

Tourism SMEs seek to beat off season blues

Africa’s tourism sector calls for impact at Meetings Africa

Entertainment SMEs running on empty after Bafana’s Afcon exit

Tourism entrepreneurs close 2025 with cautious optimism

Qantas – Joburg route opens new growth avenues for tourism SMEs

Premier fun complex creates business space for small traders

Hospitality sector scales up operations for festive season

Festive rush gives car rental companies the voooma

SA – Moz tourism deal to unlock opportunities for SMEs
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SMEs continue to face challenges despite R760m state investment

SARS incorporates third party data from banks and other sources

Traders and transport operators face back-to-school pressure

Emerging businesses concerned over state’s Asset Assist Programme

Experts warn SMEs about lack of understanding of bank fees

How SMEs can increase chances of securing a bank loan

January reality check: How SMEs can manage post-festive debt

Festive packaging sparks year end brand success

How SMEs are using festive spirit to build brand trust

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Tag: Tobacco industry challenges

BATSA’s Heidelberg plant is set to close due to illicit cigarette trade, affecting workers and local small businesses.

Tobacco giant’s factory closure set to hit SA economy

January 16, 2026

British American Tobacco South Africa (BATSA) has announced it will close its Heidelberg cigarette manufacturing plant by the end of 2026, a decision that is set to affect both plant ...

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