https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/841.html South Africa news 15 SMEs news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/841.html en-us Thu, 07 May 2026 19:46:07 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/standard-bank-launches-r1m-pitch-competition-for-township-smes-736572a Standard Bank has launched the 2026 edition of its Kasi SME National Pitch Challenge, giving township entrepreneurs across South Africa the chance to compete for a R1m grand prize. 1-267912 Thu, 07 May 2026 16:57:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/a-programme-anchored-in-capability-and-sustainability-170376a Lilitha Solar Project 4 was designed to develop Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with strong financial management practices, business acumen, and operational resilience. Through targeted business development interventions, ongoing mentorship, and technical support, the programme seeks to move MSMEs beyond informal operations towards businesses that have sustainable and scalable business models. 1-267868 Thu, 07 May 2026 10:48:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/fuel-costs-hitting-small-auto-workshops-says-miwa-281417a Rising fuel prices are placing increasing pressure on South Africa’s independent automotive workshops, with many small businesses reporting a slowdown in activity as consumers cut back on vehicle maintenance. 1-267870 Wed, 06 May 2026 16:52:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/engineered-for-the-next-wave-of-growth-and-job-creation-in-the-mining-sector-514710a Siyanqobangamandla Engineering Services (Siyanqoba), a 100% black woman-owned and managed engineering company based in eMalahleni, has recently been awarded a significant investment by the Abadali Fund, a Black Business Growth Fund which forms part of the Abadali Equity Equivalent Investment Programme (EEIP). 1-267866 Wed, 06 May 2026 15:31:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/transparency-not-funding-is-the-missing-link-in-sa-township-economy-281407a South Africa’s township economy remains one of the country’s most dynamic yet under-optimised growth engines — estimated in the hundreds of billions of rand and sustaining millions through spaza shops, informal traders and micro-enterprises. 1-267840 Wed, 06 May 2026 10:26:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/workers-month-reminder-for-smes-growth-plans-must-include-people-not-just-products-069135a As South Africa marks Workers’ Month, Lula is encouraging business owners to think differently about growth: not only in terms of stock, systems or equipment, but also in terms of the people needed to deliver on that growth. 1-267797 Tue, 05 May 2026 11:47:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/investing-in-employees-a-critical-step-for-sme-growth-625791a In honour of the fight for workers’ rights, the focus around Workers' Day often falls on elements such as wages and working conditions. However, for small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) owners, who typically operate with smaller teams, the day should also serve as an important reminder that employees should not be seen as an operating expense to be managed, but a strategic business resource that needs to be actively developed, upskilled and invested in year after year. This ongoing investment not only supports individual employee growth but also strengthens productivity, resilience and ultimately medium to long-term business growth. 1-267791 Tue, 05 May 2026 10:47:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/fnb-highlights-role-of-franchisors-in-sas-franchise-growth-403539a First National Bank has emphasised the often-overlooked role of franchisors in driving South Africa’s franchise ecosystem, arguing that their contribution is central to entrepreneurship, job creation and sustainable business growth. 1-267775 Mon, 04 May 2026 15:24:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/workers-day-how-smes-can-retain-skilled-staff-when-corporates-can-pay-more-170296a As South Africa marks Workers’ Day on 1 May, many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are facing increasing pressure to retain scarce skilled talent in the face of steep corporate salary competition. However, while bigger firms may have the upper hand when it comes to pay, benefits and perceived long-term job security, SMEs can win on experience, agility and autonomy. 1-267748 Mon, 04 May 2026 11:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sea-monster-expands-global-impact-in-entrepreneurship-education-with-kings-trust-international-736852a Launched in 2011, Sea Monster uses gaming as an instrument for change. Over the past 15 years, with more than R16m investment from growth funding partner Edge Growth across multiple funds, they have made serious waves, and their achievements stand as a source of immense pride. 1-267742 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:53:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Small and Medium-sized Enterprises South Africa