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Spar says retailers can help tackle SA's youth employment crisis

Spar says retailers can help tackle SA's youth employment crisis

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Franchise Association and TEA launch national SMME franchising programme

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Poor franchisee support threatens growth, jobs and royalties across South Africa

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SA's franchising sector must close performance gaps to see inclusive growth

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From 1 coffee shop to 400 stores: How Vida e caffè built an African coffee success story

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SA's franchise growth outpaces structure, risks brand reputation

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SA's retail and logistics sector lose billions due to inaccurate location data

SA's retail and logistics sector lose billions due to inaccurate location data

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Multi-unit franchising grows, but expansion risks rising, says FNB specialist

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Sorbet and Bidvest Bank empower woman to franchise ownership

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