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James Maposa
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We should still root for small businesses in these tumultuous economic times
By encouraging entrepreneurship, South Africa can sustain a more inclusive, diversified economy which can withstand shocks and is set up for long-term growth
Despite the demand for education technology, affordability is a key barrier
Innovative approaches are needed to ensure edtech companies’ long-term viability while fostering access to quality education for all
Think local and regional to sustain scaling South African enterprise growth
The SADC offers potential for growth across various sectors by leveraging South Africa’s strengths in agriculture, energy, manufacturing and digital services
How growth will be sustained by business SA despite a hostile operating environment
The economic landscape will require out-the-box thinking for corporate South Africa to stay afloat
Practical, long-term approach needed to revitalise South Africa’s economy
Education must be aligned with job market needs, home-based entrepreneurship and small businesses need support and a diverse economy encouraged.
With record unemployment, fostering small business development is essential
For this strategy to succeed, enabling policies and support systems must be established to help entrepreneurs overcome the significant barriers they face
Strain on smaller businesses now affecting larger enterprises
Urgent relief is needed to stop the spread of financial ruin to bigger firms and avoid economic sector turmoil
Service exports an avenue for SA’s longer-term economic growth
The country can grow its commercial services offerings, particularly business, financial, intellectual property, telecommunication, computer and information services, and…
Invest in megaprojects and economic diversification to overcome economic gloom
Public, private partnerships and adopting advanced technology will help in this regard
South Africa’s trade balance is thinning and in need of urgent resolve
The country must explore various possibilities in order to remain a net exporter
South Africa’s economic expansion will be driven by consistency in quarterly economic performances
An increase in foreign direct investment could be the way to unlock economic opportunity
Support for small enterprises should be more than lip service
While government praises entrepreneurs, it could do far more to help them grow. Now is the perfect time for beneficial policy changes
Southern Africa’s cannabis industry offers opportunity for open-minded investors
The stigma around the plant needs to be addressed and citizens involved in new policies and processes in order for the market to change
SA youth’s tomorrow should start today
Young people want better representation in the corridors of power, a decent education and an economy that guarantees them jobs
Use Nike’s model to expand your small business
Having a successful business is about more than just selling a product to customers