ARTICLES RELATING TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Forum set to rev up small businesses

2013-04-03 20:03

The Black Management Forum has unveiled an initiative to boost small businesses, which are seen as an engine of growth for the economy.

Promoting youth entrepreneurship

2013-01-06 15:14

The most entrepreneurially active group are people aged between 35 to 44, but five factors have been identified to get the youth more active.

Business band-aid

2012-08-05 16:10

Ian Mann reviews Allon Raiz' tool for failing startups.

Mobile ATM man scoops SME prize

2011-09-26 06:59

Marc Sternberg, the founder of mobile ATM service Spark ATM Systems, has won the Business Partners and Sanlam Entrepreneur of the Year award.

Tech-savvy startup

2011-09-09 07:33

Shaheed Gqokoma aims for the top with his software development venture Madrush Technologies.

Coaching for the future

2011-08-05 17:04

Zambian couple Sandras and Lelemba Phiri's successful coaching institute is based on hard slog and perseverance.

Google initiative to aid SMEs

2011-07-19 18:24

Google's newly-launched Engage project will help small businesses enjoy more support from professionals who provide them with web-based services.

New fund to aid small business

2011-07-06 18:36

The National Empowerment Fund has started an enterprise development facility to assist small and medium firms.

SA entrepreneurs still rock

2011-06-15 22:49

Despite all the negatives, small business in this country does great things, says Marc Ashton.

Making tracks

2011-06-01 22:57

Marc Ashton on what's good and bad about the Gautrain.

How can I finance my startup?

2011-05-25 13:46

So you want to fund a new venture? Marc Ashton gives down-to-earth advice.

Building value: Transferability

2011-03-29 12:09

Make sure you have mechanisms in place to physically transfer the value you have created in your business.

Stop, collaborate, listen

2011-03-24 06:36

Marc Ashton gets some cool words of entrepreneurial inspiration from rapper Vanilla Ice.

Pay small businesses promptly: Busa

2011-03-16 17:50

Business Unity SA has urged big businesses to be more efficient in paying small and medium manufacturing enterprises to encourage entrepreneurship.

Don't lose the plot

2011-03-02 22:09

A business plan is certainly not the be-all but it can talk when you need funding, says Marc Ashton.

The confidence trick

2011-02-23 22:17

SA loves a get-rich-quick story but entrepreneurs who have made it through the bad times are the best teachers, says Marc Ashton.

Are you in business?

2011-02-16 22:59

Marc Ashton points out there's a huge difference between having a business and actually running one.

Back to basics

2011-02-02 23:06

The entrepreneurs at the Branson Centre are neglecting the simple things, writes Marc Ashton.

Crunch those numbers

2011-01-26 21:47

Understanding what brings home the bacon in your business can give you the edge, says Marc Ashton.

Facing down failure

2011-01-19 22:11

Learning from mistakes is as crucial as celebrating success, writes Marc Ashton.

Dare to dream

2010-12-01 20:39

We need to cherish the hopes and aspirations of SA youth, says Marc Ashton.

Help! My business is ruining my finances

2010-11-14 12:26

An entrepreneur has run up huge personal debts to start his own business. Two experts give advice.

To BEE or not to BEE

2010-11-01 11:20

Should you give up control of part of your business to comply with black economic empowerment laws? Here are some pointers.

 

Calls for ministry of entrepreneurship

2013-02-21 14:31

The formation of an entrepreneurial ministry would be a significant step forward in tackling SA’s unemployment crisis, say industry experts.

Caspar Lee, SA’s YouTube sensation

2012-10-18 13:41

We chat to Caspar Lee, the teen who has taken YouTube by storm.

Black winemakers make their bow

2011-10-07 07:37

A new class of SA wine maker is emerging as blacks take over vineyards in an industry dominated for centuries by whites.

At-home chef

2011-08-12 13:42

Ex-teacher Neville Naidoo runs a one-man show giving cooking classes and preparing meals at clients' homes.

US bouquet for Twangoo

2011-07-22 10:53

Groupon has bestowed the ultimate accolade on SA social buying site Twangoo.

NYDA: Strikes may lead to job losses

2011-07-20 11:40

Ongoing strikes could add to SA's high unemployment which has the greatest negative effect on the youth, says the National Youth Development Agency.

Entrepreneur's to-do list

2011-07-06 22:10

Focus on sales and get your priorities right, urges Marc Ashton.

SME game-changer

2011-06-22 22:57

Marc Ashton on why the Enterprise Development Fund will make the grade.

Awards for Africa

2011-06-06 11:58

The 2011 Africa Entrepreneurship Awards are open to small business owners from the entire continent.

When the money clock ticks

2011-05-25 23:13

Good groundwork buys time when every hour counts, says Marc Ashton.

Born to be on top

2011-05-19 10:01

Business should turn the spotlight on competitiveness, says Marc Ashton.

Scrum down

2011-03-24 21:36

You can still go from cents to rand, says Vic de Klerk.

Absa offers small business support

2011-03-23 15:52

A new initiative from Absa aims to assist entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Stepping up to the plate

2011-03-09 21:27

Business schools should become more involved in issues of public debate, argues Marc Ashton.

Far from ideal

2011-03-01 21:59

SA's industrial policy could do a lot more for small businesses, says Greta Steyn.

How employers can keep car taxes in check

2011-02-23 10:22

Newer GPS technology can cut fleet management costs and help businesses use new car taxes to their advantage, writes Svetlana Doneva.

Merger of agencies welcomed

2011-02-11 09:41

The possible merger between the three small business agencies is a good idea, but government can do more to nurture firms, the SA Chamber of Commerce and Industry says.

Branson thumbs-up for SA entrepreneurs

2011-02-02 16:51

Virgin Group founder Richard Branson says he is encouraged by local small business owners' efforts.

'But is it entrepreneurship?'

2011-01-26 10:49

Business manager or true entrepreneur? The franchising debate provokes widely divergent opinions.

Backing brilliance

2010-12-08 22:02

Throwing money at small firms won't work – SA needs smart entrepreneurs building smart firms, writes Marc Ashton.

Stirrings in SA's venture capital scene

2010-11-24 15:36

Despite negative perceptions of the venture capital sector, there is still plenty to be positive about - like government agencies and "angel" funders.

She’s flying

2010-11-10 11:32

Ernst & Young World Entrepreneur 2010 SA Finalist: Rachel Tladi of Uvuko Civils tells her story.

Share to make SA music rock

2010-10-25 12:03

Cape-based entrepreneurs have started an online platform for the music and entertainment sector where fans can suggest acts for venues.

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