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Applications are open for a development programme for women entrepreneurs in agribusiness

Entrepreneurship continues to empower people to sustain their livelihoods. However, womenentrepreneurs still require investment to transform their livelihoods and to ensure strengthenedgender equality across the agricultural value chain. From farm to fork, women’s empowerment isessential and the transformation of the agricultural sector as a gender-inclusive space is a criticalplace to start. The context within which […]

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African agenda: Business sees opportunity, growth & more

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For years the African continent has been shrouded in controversy when it comes to its future potential. The optimists talk about Africa as the next economic frontier while the sceptics point to a low growth rate, poverty and conflict as key challenges standing in the way of notable development. Yet, the continent has grown its

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Promoting SDG integration by leveraging small and medium-sized enterprises

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Why is the development of small and medium – sized enterprise so important? Small and medium–sized businesses are essential to growth – this was the case before Covid-19 and even more so around the world as people learn to live with it – as the virus moves from being a pandemic to being endemic. Don’t

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2022 Netflix Creative Equity Scholarship Fund

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Netflix, the world’s leading streaming entertainment service, has committed US$1 Million towards a Creative Equity Scholarship Fund (CESF) in Sub-Saharan Africa that will provide financial support to African creatives to access quality tertiary education in film and TV-focused disciplines at sought-after academic programmes/institutions. This is part of Netflix’s ongoing efforts to invest in Africa’s creative

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Read this if you are starting a business in South Africa in 2022

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Whether you’re leading a business or a business unit, or working as a freelancer, mastering business strategy is key to your success. And the end of a year and the start of a new one is a great time to create or revisit your strategy, says Tara Turkington, chief executive of Flow Communications. Here are

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5 tried and tested ways to keep employees engaged

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Employee engagement, when done right, nurtures long-term relationships and contributes to an organisation’s sustainability. Engaged employees commit themselves to their employer’s goals, find satisfaction and meaning in the work they do, and have the potential to enhance business profitability. Here are five simple yet effective ways to keep your workforce engaged: Uphold two-way communication Two-way

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EDGE GROWTH APPOINTED TO MANAGE THE SAB THRIVE FUND

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Partnering to transform the supply chain of SA’s landmark brewery Small business development specialist, Edge Growth, has been appointed by The SAB Thrive Fund to manage investments in this enterprise and supplier platform, with the aim of transforming suppliers within the SAB supply chain. With an almost 90% localised supply chain, SAB aims to expand

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Why reskilling will matter for South Africa’s success

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South Africans have faced difficult circumstances in recent years. And with unemployment at a record 34.9 percent, the highest level since 2008, many South Africans are understandably tired and disillusioned. While there is little doubt that the Covid-19 pandemic, which is now in its fourth wave, contributed to the surge in unemployment, South Africa’s skills

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What will mental wellbeing in the workplace look like in 2022?

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Since the pandemic began, significant changes have occurred in the workplace. Numerous businesses have accelerated their digital transformation initiatives, implemented a work-from-home or hybrid work model, and recognised the critical nature of mental wellness. The working world as we knew it shifted dramatically. According to a Deloitte report, work-life balance and personal wellbeing are the

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Totalsports’ initiative creates a safe place for the community of Alexandra to learn and excel

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Totalsports continues to support local initiatives that look to improve the lives and health of those living in disadvantaged areas corresponding to their vision that sports is inclusive and should be accessible to everyone. As a leading partner in the Alexandra Safe-Hub for Youth and Community Development, Totalsports is set to help implement one of

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