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Support and empowerment for black owned SMEs

I AM AN ENTREPRENEUR (IAAE), a leading platform dedicated to enabling entrepreneurial success, has officially announced the launch of The Growth Code, an ambitious 18-month strategic partnership with First National Bank (FNB). This initiative is specifically designed to empower Black-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are poised for scale, investment readiness and long-term sustainability. […]

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iKhokha Elevate: A new operating system built for SMEs

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iKhokha, the fintech company dedicated to fostering growth for South African small businesses amid challenging macroeconomic conditions, hosted its first iKhokha Elevate event in Durban on Wednesday, 12 March. The event, which saw hundreds of merchants attending in person and thousands more joining online, centered around discussing the challenges and successes of small businesses. It

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Aions expands into seed fund management

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Aions Creative Technology has pivoted to become a dedicated seed fund manager under Aions Ventures to strengthen its position as a leading force in early-stage investment with a strategic focus on expanding its impact across Africa. By identifying, funding, and accelerating high-potential startups, Aions Ventures ensures sustainable economic growth and job creation in underserved markets.

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Entrepreneur turns agricultural waste into braai briquettes

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What began as a ‘stop-gap income solution’ in Given Ngwamba’s garage in Mpumalanga, has blossomed into a flourishing business, making significant strides in the eco-friendly charcoal industry. The company, TNK Greenhouse Technology, now employs 17 people and sells its briquette products in major retailers, such as Pick ‘n Pay and Spar. Despite holding a Diploma

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Township entrepreneurs highlighted in new documentary

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Documentary details how perseverance through many challenges and the fruits of hard labour yield success for Jabu Atchar founder, Jabu Malungane. A new documentary has been launched which chronicles the entrepreneurial journey of Jabu Malungane, founder of Jabu Atchar. The current unemployment rate in South Africa now sits at 32.9%, yet some analysts believe that

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IKhokha launches affordable new smart card machine for SMEs

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One of the market leaders in the fintech space in South Africa, iKhokha, has announced the launch of a new smart card machine that fits into your pocket, called the iK Flyer Lite. This new offering follows the success of the flagship iK Flyer card machine, launched in 2022, which far surpassed initial sales expectations.

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Afrika Tikkun unlocking a brighter future for budding entrepreneurs

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Afrika Tikkun was established with the belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to realise his or her fullest potential. Many of our beneficiaries hail from impoverished and under-resourced backgrounds, where socioeconomic opportunities are rare. Our goal, as Afrika Tikkun, is to create an economically thriving South African society by investing holistically in our

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GIBS Entrepreneurship Development Academy

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A Pioneering and Stimulating Environment for Small and Growing Enterprises. With over 12,000 participants, more than 80 programs run, and over 2,700 trained entrepreneurs whose businesses generate over R3.6 billion in revenue, the GIBS Entrepreneurship Development Academy (EDA) stands as a testament to its impactful journey. Launched in 2012, the GIBS EDA’s remarkable achievements over

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Bringing 4IR to the townships

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19-year-old award-winning social entrepreneur and speaker, Tshepiso Malema is a multifaceted, multi-talented young man from Ivory Park Township in Midrand. He has recently been nominated as one of Mail & Guardian 200 Most Influential Young South Africans. Tshepiso is passionate about making change and serving the community, which inspired him to launch the Tshepiso Malema

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Exit and expansion for passionate KZN-based recycling start up

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A 100% black-owned recycling business in Newcastle has become another example of how growth support initiatives are integral to drive entrepreneurs to the next level of growth and scalability. The business was started in 2009 by three young entrepreneurs from Osizweni township in Newscastle, KwaZulu Natal. With a borrowed bakkie and no employees, these three

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