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JSE shake-up positive news for business growth in South Africa

JSE shake-up positive news for business growth in South Africa

By Paul Calvey, Partner Financial Services, Head of South Africa, Oliver WymanThe recent JSE segmentation initiative is a positive step towards making the exchange more accessible to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). SMEs are critical

Embrace Imposter Syndrome

Embrace Imposter Syndrome

If you’re at the helm of a business, you've likely felt it—imposter syndrome! But here's the twist: that feeling doesn’t mean you’re unqualified; it means you’re aiming high. Today, we’ll dive into how you can

Historic First: Africa hosts Inclusive Health Research Awards, an important milestone in building global health equity

Historic First: Africa hosts Inclusive Health Research Awards, an important milestone in building global health equity

Africa’s role in shaping global, inclusive health research is ever more important as the world looks to chart a new courseBy Akin Jimoh, Chief Editor at Nature AfricaThe Inclusive Health Research Awards (IHRA) hosted by Nature

Small business? Big cybersecurity risk

Small business? Big cybersecurity risk

Globally, cyberattacks are on the rise and more small businesses are being targeted. According to the World Economic Forum, cybercriminals often target smaller companies that serve larger clients. SMMEs that serve critical infrastructure providers and global

How to finish the year strong

How to finish the year strong

What a year…. And there might still be a twist to come.  With over 2 billion people in more than 50 countries heading to the polls, 2024 has been hailed as democracy’s biggest test. South Africa,

Thriving on the Challenges of the Entrepreneurial Journey: An Interview with Johan van Greune, CEO of BooYaa Golf

Thriving on the Challenges of the Entrepreneurial Journey: An Interview with Johan van Greune, CEO of BooYaa Golf

South African Business Matters presents "Entrepreneurship Matters," a segment where we highlight South Africa’s innovative leaders who thrive on the challenges of business. In this interview, Johan van Greune, CEO of BooYaa Golf, shares insights

Why Your Will Is The Most Important Document Your Business May Be Missing

Why Your Will Is The Most Important Document Your Business May Be Missing

As a business owner, have you thought about what happens to your business and staff if you pass away? A financial planner explains why it’s something you shouldn’t put off. Thinking about what happens in

Why do you do what you do?

Why do you do what you do?

In this week's edition of This Week@Work, we explore the power of purpose. Pavlo Phitidis had the pleasure of visiting a thriving tea company that proudly showcases their original tea sorter—an ingenious DIY creation from

Entrepreneurs are Paving the Way for Economic Recovery

Entrepreneurs are Paving the Way for Economic Recovery

Economic recovery is a crucial imperative for South Africa, as it paves the way for sustainable growth and urgently needed job creation. Among the various sectors poised to make a significant impact, entrepreneurship stands out

Bidvest Bank’s Mmamollo Programme drives female empowerment

Bidvest Bank’s Mmamollo Programme drives female empowerment

Bidvest Bank is making significant strides in empowering its female employees through its strategic Mmamollo programme. Launched in August last year during Women’s Month, Mmamollo, which means "to ignite with fire," aims to develop the