Five branding mistakes you should avoid in your small business Published by Raymond van Niekerk on 4 April 2017 Many of the errors behind the collapse of small and medium enterprises are branding errors.
DHL Express launches ‘Growing Beyond Borders’ entrepreneurial training programme in South Africa Published by Staff Writer on 24 March 2017 ‘If we can empower SMEs to seize international opportunities, this will further stimulate much needed economic growth.’
Buy your dream entrepreneurial business Published by Business Partners team on 14 February 2017 Opting to purchase an existing business instead of starting a business from scratch is a safer and more effective way to becoming a business owner.
Why business exits are important for Nigeria’s economy Published by Ifeoma Uddoh on 7 November 2016 It’s important to create a culture where entrepreneurs include exits in their plans.
The many opportunities Angolan entrepreneurs have and the help they need to seize them Published by Justin Probyn on 27 October 2016 Ahead of Global Entrepreneurship Week Angola, an interview with the event’s organiser, Jose Carlos Santos.
Former Jumia COO launches Nigeria’s first online-only bank Published by Justin Probyn on 13 October 2016 In its initial phase, Lidya will offer only unsecured business loans to small and medium-sized enterprises.
How Big Data opens doors for small businesses Published by Press Office on 19 September 2016 Data – and the information it contains – is all around us. It’s trapped in documents, filing cabinets, videos and social media feeds. If you have the right tools, the amount of information at your fingertips is endless.
How SMEs can achieve long term success Published by Press Office on 13 May 2016 86-year-old Emma Meyer, co-founder of Auto Number Plates, still completes a full day’s work at the shop every day. She shares her insights on how SMEs can attain sustainability.
High-growth ‘gazelles’ in Africa: Is small really beautiful? Published by Antonio Malfense Fierro on 26 November 2015 Conventional wisdom on supporting entrepreneurship is that governments should support start-ups and small businesses to spur job creation and economic growth.
Côte d’Ivoire focusing on small business to diversify the economy Published by Marc-Andre Boisvert on 6 June 2014 “SMEs are crucial to fight against unemployment and poverty.”
African banks need to be on the side of our dynamic consumers Published by Alvaro Sobrinho on 12 May 2014 Africa’s growing banking sector must reach out and support young entrepreneurs and SMEs.
Why SMEs shouldn’t ignore corporate governance Published by Staff Writer on 21 April 2014 “Entrepreneurs often feel that corporate governance takes up precious time and energy that they would prefer to put into running their business.”
Young entrepreneurs hold the key to growth in Africa Published by Ashish J Thakkar on 18 December 2013 “I strongly believe entrepreneurship is the answer to Africa’s many challenges.”
How SME financial access in Africa compares to other developing economies Published by Staff Writer on 13 December 2013 An AfDB report shows that many African SMEs have difficulty accessing external financing.