South Africa’s Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Falls Behind Global Peers

South Africa's entrepreneurship ecosystem falls behind, according to the 2026 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) National Expert Special Report.South Africa has no shortage of entrepreneurs,...
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CEM Africa 2026 Welcomes Three Influential Global Speakers

CEM Africa, Africa's leading customer experience conference, has announced three internationally respected speakers who will take to the stage at CEM Africa 2026, taking...

Lesaka Unites Its Fintech Brands Under One Name

JSE-listed fintech group Lesaka Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: LSAK; JSE: LSK) is consolidating its merchant-focused businesses under the  name of Lesaka. The new brand signals...

CEM Africa 2026 Returns to Cape Town in August

CEM Africa returns to Cape Town this August with a clear focus: helping organisations build customer experiences that are smarter, more trusted and commercially...

Africa Prize For Engineering Innovation Calls For 2027 Applications

The Royal Academy of Engineering has launched its 2027 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation with a special call out to engineers and innovators in...

Storytelling Creative Virtual Workshop: Book Your Spot Now

Stories are one of the most powerful tools available to brands, founders, professionals and business owners.People may forget your facts and your statistics. But...

Entries Open For The 17th Annual SME Toolkit SA Business Plan Competition

The number of South Africans planning to start a business has more than doubled since 2023, a sharp jump in entrepreneurial intent at a time when...

It’s Time to Level Up: Bellville Entrepreneurs Invited to Apply for Business Growth Programme

Entrepreneurs across Bellville and the Northern Suburbs looking to grow their businesses are invited to apply for the 2026 Bellville Connect Level Up Programme,...

The Northern Collective: A New Model for Female Influence in City-Building

In Bellville, women are taking their seat at the table, thanks to The Northern Collective, recently launched by The Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP). This...

In a Market Built on Beauty, Trust Is Becoming the Real Currency

Independent gemstone and jewellery verification is becoming a key differentiator for jewellers as buyers prioritise trust, authenticity and proven value.South Africa’s jewellery industry is...

Africa Rising Music Conference 2026 Spotlights AI, Innovation, and Fair Creator Economies

The Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) is a leading platform connecting African music professionals with the global music industry, and the sixth edition returns...

The Gem Lab Introduces “Gem Lab Approved” Standard to Strengthen Trust in the Jewellery Industry

As the global gemstone market becomes increasingly complex with fraud on the rise, The Gem Lab is setting a new benchmark for trust, transparency,...

SEDFA Backs Africa’s Next Generation of Digital Businesses at Converge Africa 2026

MSMEs are the backbone of South Africa’s economy, contributing over 60% of employment and a significant share of GDP, yet many still face barriers...

CEM Africa 2026 Welcomes Three Influential Global Speakers

CEM Africa, Africa's leading customer experience conference, has announced three internationally respected speakers who will take to the stage at CEM Africa 2026, taking...

Lesaka Unites Its Fintech Brands Under One Name

JSE-listed fintech group Lesaka Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: LSAK; JSE: LSK) is consolidating its merchant-focused businesses under the  name of Lesaka. The new brand signals...

CEM Africa 2026 Returns to Cape Town in August

CEM Africa returns to Cape Town this August with a clear focus: helping organisations build customer experiences that are smarter, more trusted and commercially...

Africa Prize For Engineering Innovation Calls For 2027 Applications

The Royal Academy of Engineering has launched its 2027 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation with a special call out to engineers and innovators in...

Storytelling Creative Virtual Workshop: Book Your Spot Now

Stories are one of the most powerful tools available to brands, founders, professionals and business owners.People may forget your facts and your statistics. But...

Entries Open For The 17th Annual SME Toolkit SA Business Plan Competition

The number of South Africans planning to start a business has more than doubled since 2023, a sharp jump in entrepreneurial intent at a time when...

It’s Time to Level Up: Bellville Entrepreneurs Invited to Apply for Business Growth Programme

Entrepreneurs across Bellville and the Northern Suburbs looking to grow their businesses are invited to apply for the 2026 Bellville Connect Level Up Programme,...

The Northern Collective: A New Model for Female Influence in City-Building

In Bellville, women are taking their seat at the table, thanks to The Northern Collective, recently launched by The Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP). This...

In a Market Built on Beauty, Trust Is Becoming the Real Currency

Independent gemstone and jewellery verification is becoming a key differentiator for jewellers as buyers prioritise trust, authenticity and proven value.South Africa’s jewellery industry is...

Africa Rising Music Conference 2026 Spotlights AI, Innovation, and Fair Creator Economies

The Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) is a leading platform connecting African music professionals with the global music industry, and the sixth edition returns...

The Gem Lab Introduces “Gem Lab Approved” Standard to Strengthen Trust in the Jewellery Industry

As the global gemstone market becomes increasingly complex with fraud on the rise, The Gem Lab is setting a new benchmark for trust, transparency,...

SEDFA Backs Africa’s Next Generation of Digital Businesses at Converge Africa 2026

MSMEs are the backbone of South Africa’s economy, contributing over 60% of employment and a significant share of GDP, yet many still face barriers...
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