No cash needed using South Africa’s SnapScan Published by Justin Probyn on 29 April 2015 “We tried to design a product which allowed absolutely everybody to be part of the formal side of the economy.”
Africa Tech Trends: The growing power of mapping Published by Tom Jackson on 24 April 2015 Tom Jackson looks at the most important developments in Africa’s technology industry.
South Africa’s energy crisis sparks interest in solar power Published by Darren Taylor on 23 April 2015 Interest in solar power solutions are rising as the country suffers under its unprecedented power generation crisis.
Life coaching is big business, says Zimbabwean entrepreneur Published by Karimi Kiambi on 21 April 2015 How we made it in Africa talks to life coach and motivational speaker Godfrey Madanhire.
South Africa and US play ‘chicken’ as trade deal deadline looms Published by Anita Powell on 30 March 2015 The humble chicken is at the heart of a critical trade deal between South Africa and its major trading partner, the United States.
Do e-books pose a threat to traditional bookstores in South Africa? Published by Darren Taylor on 20 March 2015 While e-books are on the rise in South Africa, the physical book is far from out of business.
South Africa’s newest low-cost airline has pan-African ambitions Published by Kate Douglas on 6 March 2015 Skywise, South Africa’s newest low-cost airline, has its eyes set on becoming a regional carrier.
How a rule-breaking Kenyan succeeded in the hair industry… in South Africa Published by Karimi Kiambi on 6 March 2015 Tracy Wangari launched her Cape Town-based salon in 1999 and maintains a hands-on role in the now successful venture.
Meet the Boss: Jannie Mouton, founder, PSG Published by Kate Douglas on 13 February 2015 “Thinking back, my biggest lesson was back when I was fired because I was too relaxed and too sure of myself.”
‘South African wine industry must adjust its Africa strategy, before it loses out’ Published by Kate Douglas on 29 January 2015 The majority of Africans shop at informal outlets, and this is where South African wines need to improve their presence, says Craig Irving.
Lower oil prices and South Africa: A positive in a sea of negatives Published by Kate Douglas on 28 January 2015 South African consumers should benefit from easing inflation, lower fuel costs, and increased disposable income, said Nedbank economist.
Top sectors for South African entrepreneurs to capitalise on in 2015 Published by Staff Writer on 26 January 2015 South Africa’s many challenges provide opportunities for entrepreneurs to take advantage of.
South Africa’s top suburbs for luxury homes Published by Staff Writer on 26 January 2015 Cape Town’s Atlantic seaboard suburbs dominate the list.
Start-up snapshot: SweepSouth wants to disrupt domestic cleaning Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 January 2015 “Our aim is to take the hassle out of getting your place cleaned.”