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Eskort strikes double gold with 12 taste awards

Six products earn matching honours at the 2026 Aurora International Taste Challenge and the South African Food & Beverage Awards Eskort, South Africa’s leading antibiotic-free pork producer, has done something remarkable at two of the food industry’s most respected taste competitions: entered six products and had every single one recognised at both events. The results; […]

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Five Ways Digital Skills Can Help Township Residents Earn Income

Johannesburg, South Africa – In many township communities, everyday business still relies on cash, from buying food at a local stall to paying a hairdresser, church contribution or school fundraiser. For unemployed residents looking for practical ways to earn an income, the shift towards digital payments could create opportunities to support the small businesses and organisations

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Targeted Supplier Development Drives Growth for Noko Development Trust

Targeted supplier development is helping the Noko Development Trust build a stronger and more sustainable farming enterprise in Mpumalanga. The initiative shows how focused partnerships between agribusiness and emerging farmers can expand opportunities, improve productivity, and strengthen South Africa’s food system. The Noko Development Trust operates in the Thaba Chweu Municipality and is led by

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Collaborative models to enhance the socio-economic impact of the mining sector in South Africa

By Graeme Wilkinson, Senior SI Specialist, Tshikululu Social Investments The mining and extractives sector plays a major role in the South African economy, and it has a significant responsibility to create positive socio-economic impact in the communities where mining houses operate. Tshikululu Social Investments, in partnership with the Minerals Council South Africa, hosts an ongoing

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Why mentorship is the missing link in tackling unemployment and building successful businesses

As South Africa continues to grapple with one of the highest unemployment rates in the world, the need for sustainable solutions has never been more urgent. While entrepreneurship is often positioned as a pathway to job creation and economic resilience, far too many new ventures fail before they ever reach their potential. The difference between

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From closures to localisation: A new playbook for autos

Tariff pain can be a turning point. With 30% US duties squeezing exports, South Africa’s auto industry should turn transformation into strategy—using AIS, ESD and localisation to protect jobs, unlock capital, compete. By Kebalepile Matlhak – BizCommunity South Africa’s auto industry is under pressure. A 30% US tariff on locally made components lands just as

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Small Business Survival Toolkit Part-5: Leadership and Crisis

In part five of the Small Business Survival Toolkit series, Professor Caren Scheepers addresses the subject of leadership and crisis in a Covid era. Compiled by Tarren Bolton Caren Scheepers is a Professor in Contextual Leadership; Organisational Design and Gender Studies and management consultant who has worked in various environments – the financial sector, e-commerce

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Alex’s young businessman receives a mobile kitchen

Coca-Cola South Africa recognises Alex’s fledgling companies and offers them limitless opportunities. By Kamva Bena, Alex News Bothlale Baily, the founder of Baily’s Restaurant in Alex received a mobile kitchen from Coce-Cola South Africa. The handover was done in partnership with South Africa Day and the We Love Alexandra Community Makeover Project. Baily’s is a

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