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New youth directorate launched

Youth entrepreneurs can expect added support from the government this year in the form of additional funding and business support, following the launch of the Youth Development Strategy and the establishment of a new youth directorate at the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). The strategy, launched in November 2013, seeks to boost youth entrepreneurship… [Continue Reading]

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Dual-brand fast food franchises now up for grabs

Business owners wanting to enter the fast food market as franchisees now have the opportunity to operate not only one but two franchise stores. This, after the franchise group Hot Dog Café recently acquired the well-known London Pie franchise. The acquisition was made possible after Hot Dog Café became the first franchise partner to work… [Continue Reading]

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Training produces successful franchisees

Hard work pays off. This was the experience of two franchisees who were awarded their own franchises after completing a training programme offered by franchise group Hot Dog Café. The cadet programme provides candidates, many of them from disadvantaged backgrounds, with intensive training, mentoring and, for qualifying candidates, funding of up to 100% through Old… [Continue Reading]

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SA entrepreneurs on Forbes list

Seven young South Africans – all under 30 – made the 2014 Forbes list of 30 most promising entrepreneurs in Africa. Out of the 800 nominations received by the prestigious American magazine, these South Africans stood head and shoulders above the rest, having fulfilled all the stringent criteria and high standards. Yolande Stander spoke to these… [Continue Reading]

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SA entrepreneurs on Forbes list

Seven young South Africans – all under 30 – made the 2014 Forbes list of 30 most promising entrepreneurs in Africa. Out of the 800 nominations received by the prestigious American magazine, these South Africans stood head and shoulders above the rest, having fulfilled all the stringent criteria and high standards. Yolande Stander spoke to these… [Continue Reading]

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SA entrepreneurs on Forbes list

Seven young South Africans – all under 30 – made the 2014 Forbes list of 30 most promising entrepreneurs in Africa. Out of the 800 nominations received by the prestigious American magazine, these South Africans stood head and shoulders above the rest, having fulfilled all the stringent criteria and high standards. Yolande Stander spoke to these… [Continue Reading]

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Fruit & Veg spurs growth

It pays to be a supplier to Fruit & Veg City. Just ask Engedi business owner Michael Pause. He has been able to increase the size of his farmland as well as his workforce as a result of becoming a supplier to the fruit and vegetable company about 17 years ago. Pause’s farm Brockenhurst provides… [Continue Reading]

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More than just about produce

Being a business that prides itself on offering quality to its customers, it comes as no surprise that this is also the most important aspect that Fruit & Veg City expects its suppliers to comply with. Vito Polera, spokesperson for Fruit & Veg City, says besides being in possession of the required certification for their… [Continue Reading]

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Get info from poster

A business tool recently launched by The City of Cape Town will see business owners now have on-hand access to useful contact information of business support organisations. The Business Development Support Poster, is an enhancement of the City’s Activa online initiative which is focused on development of entrepreneurial support and linking business owners to these… [Continue Reading]

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More manufacturers benefit from scheme

A total of 197 manufacturing enterprises across all provinces have been assisted with projects to the value of R983 million under the Manufacturing Competitiveness Enhancement Programme (MCEP) during the 201213 financial year. This came to light when the Minister of Trade and Industry (DTI), Rob Davies, released the department’s Incentive Performance Report for the 2012/3… [Continue Reading]

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