12 strategic ways to grow my business
Growth is often treated as a universal imperative in business. Yet data consistently shows that scaling without structure can erode margins, strain operations, and weaken competitive positioning. For founders and executives asking, “What are the most effective ways to grow my business?”, the answer is neither singular nor formulaic. Growth
How to start an online business with no money
Over the last two decades, declining technology costs, widespread internet access, and the proliferation of digital platforms have lowered barriers to entry for entrepreneurship. What previously required capital-intensive infrastructure, retail space, inventory, and distribution networks can now be initiated with a laptop, internet connectivity, and time. However, “no money” does
Unilever-Google partnership signals a shift in consumer goods competition
Unilever, one of the world’s largest CPG companies, this week formalised a five‑year partnership with Google Cloud that will see it migrate key enterprise applications and data platforms onto Google’s infrastructure and adopt tools including Vertex AI and Gemini models to build what it terms an “AI‑first digital backbone.” The
When is the best time to visit South Africa
South Africa is one of the few countries where climate, wildlife cycles, cultural calendars, and regional geography intersect in ways that make “the best time to visit” a strategic question rather than a simple seasonal choice. Stretching from the Mediterranean-like climate of the Western Cape to the subtropical coastline of
How to start a security company in South Africa
Are you thinking about how to start a security company in South Africa? We’re here to guide you through the essentials, making entry into the industry easier than you imagined. South Africa’s security sector is among the largest and most dynamic in the world, driven by persistent high crime rates
How to start a logistics company in South Africa
Are you thinking about how to start a logistics company in South Africa? We’re here to guide you through the essentials, making entry into the industry easier than you imagined. The logistics industry in South Africa plays a vital role in the country’s economy, influencing everything from manufacturing to farming
How to start a private security company in South Africa
The private security sector in South Africa is not just a business opportunity; it is a strategic response to some of the most entrenched public safety challenges facing the country. With violent crime rates consistently high and public policing resources stretched thin, demand for professional security services, from guarding and
Busting the Bias of Africa: Why We Need to Change the Way We Write About the Continent
| by Marilize Jacobs For decades, the dominant narratives about Africa have been shaped by stereotypes. Poverty, conflict, corruption, and disease. While these challenges exist, they do not define the continent. Africa is also a land of innovation, economic growth, technological advancement, and cultural richness. Yet, mainstream storytelling often ignores
How to start a cleaning company in South Africa
South Africa’s cleaning industry sits at the intersection of urbanization, public health, commercial real estate expansion, and persistent unemployment. While often perceived as a low-barrier entry sector, cleaning services operate within a structured regulatory, labour, and competitive environment that requires strategic planning and compliance discipline. The market spans residential cleaning,
How Johnny Muteba is building a Pan-African economic movement from Johannesburg
In an era where Africa is often discussed more than it is understood, Johnny Muteba is building institutions designed to shift the conversation, from dependency to ownership, and from political freedom to economic power. Based in Johannesburg, Muteba operates at the intersection of commerce, technology, and culture, driven by a
