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We speak about township enterprises, rural development, tourism, manufacturing, logistics, agriculture and the urgent need to unlock opportunities for small, micro and medium enterprises. Yet, in my experience as a governance and compliance practitioner, we do not speak enough about the one foundation that determines whether many SMMEs can move from survival to scale: compliance. Too often, compliance is presented to entrepreneurs as a burden, a checklist or a punishment wait

South African businesses do not need to look far for a cautionary tale. The fallout from the Steinhoff scandal continues to reveal how weak governance, inadequate scrutiny of business relationships, and unchecked transactions can destroy billions in shareholder value.

There was no shortage of wagging tails, happy faces and community spirit when the 2026 Hill’s 1 000 Paws Walk took place at Highgate Wine Estate near Piggly Wiggly on 7 June. The popular annual fundraiser attracted 194 dogs, 339 adults and 71 children, all coming together to support the Mooi River & District, uMngeni and Pietermaritzburg SPCAs.

Sell the Sizzle Conference 2026 Take your sales skills to the next level at the Sell the Sizzle Conference, a full-day event designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, sales professionals, and anyone looking to improve their ability to influence, persuade, and close more business. Join renowned speakers Vinesh Maharaj, Sarah Swainson, and Grant Adlam as they share practical strategies, proven techniques, and real-world insights to help you increase sales, build stronger

Property investment as an income stream has been around for centuries, but the explosion in work-from home or hybrid employment opportunities that paved the way for acquiring property outside of traditional urban spaces during the Covid-19 pandemic now continues for slightly different reasons.

Despite billions invested in digital transformation, many organisations still fail to achieve the outcomes they expect. According to McKinsey, around 70% of transformation programmes fall short of their objectives. For Grant Phillips, Group CEO of e4, the reason is straightforward: too many organisations start with the technology instead of the problem.

SARS hasn’t raised your taxes. It has done something more consequential – it now sees almost everything, almost instantly. Here is what that means for how you run your books. There is a particular kind of letter landing in inboxes across the province lately

Most people visit the dentist expecting a check-up for cavities or gum disease. Yet a routine dental examination can reveal far more than the condition of your teeth. Increasingly, research shows that the mouth provides valuable insights into overall health, with many systemic conditions displaying early warning signs in the oral cavity before symptoms appear elsewhere Dentists are in a unique position.

Over the last two months, we’ve tackled Management and Systems. You’ve got a profitable business, a real team, and systems that work without you in the thick of it every day. Good work. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: you’re not done.

Invest Durban strengthened Durban and KwaZulu Natal’s position as a premier investment destination during its participation in The Africa Debate and associated Brand South Africa engagements held in London in June 2026. Representing the city on one of the continent’s most influential investment platforms, Russell Curtis delivered a compelling briefing that positioned Durban not only as South Africa’s leading port city, but also as a strategic gateway to African trade, investm

Businesses today manage complex operations while receiving vast amounts of data from operations, customers and suppliers, making it difficult to analyse information quickly. With Agentic AI, regular tasks can be automated and the AI system adjusts rapidly to new circumstances. By enabling faster data-driven actions, it reduces reliance on human input. This frees teams to focus on critical work and respond better to market shifts.

Residents across South Africa face chronic infrastructure failures. Flooding, exposed sewer lines, collapsing riverbanks and stormwater mismanagement are increasingly common. When residents approach their local municipality for help and are met with nothing more than buck passing between government departments, what can they do? Can they obtain a court order compelling the state to act? And if so, which state entity is responsible?

A new national campaign, 10,000 Reasons to Believe in South Africa’s Future, is calling on people across the country to step forward to support leadership in South Africa’s public schools.

Just as many organisations were settling into established office-based, hybrid, or limited remote working models, rising fuel prices linked to ongoing conflict in the Middle East have introduced a new disruption. Increased commuting costs are once again forcing corporates to reconsider how, where, and when work is performed. The appropriate response from employers will depend on the nature of the work, the operational needs of the business, and the legal framework within whic

Just as many organisations were settling into established office-based, hybrid, or limited remote working models, rising fuel prices linked to ongoing conflict in the Middle East have introduced a new disruption. Increased commuting costs are once again forcing corporates to reconsider how, where, and when work is performed. The appropriate response from employers will depend on the nature of the work, the operational needs of the business, and the legal framework within whic

Nhlanhla Litabe is the founder and chief executive officer of Your Pass to Travel, a company that has become a trusted name in travel management since its establishment in 2021. Nhlanhla, a travel professional with 15 years in the industry, has had the personal experience of visiting more than 66 countries. She has also joined the rare 5% of travellers who have completed an “Around the World Ticket” experience. Consequently, she embodies the company’s philosophy, “Once in a l

The organisers of the KZN Top Business Awards, brought to you by Standard Bank and Women of Africa Group and in association with East Coast Radio, are delighted to announce the 2026 finalists. Annually, the awards pay tribute to the many outstanding businesses and organisations that are contributing to the economy and improving the lives of the people in KwaZulu-Natal.

The contributors in this edition of Business Sense each offer valuable perspectives on navigating today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. Our cover story introduces readers to Nhlanhla Litabe, founder and CEO of Your Pass to Travel, whose entrepreneurial journey from retrenchment during the Covid-19 pandemic to building an award-winning travel business is both inspiring and practical. Her belief in “running your own race” serves as a reminder that resilience, authentici

Africa’s greatest horse racing and social event, the Hollywoodbets Durban July, is edging closer to delivering R1 billion to the eThekwini economy this year, capping a remarkable turnaround story for an industry that was on the brink of collapse just a few years ago.

Maintaining heavy equipment is essential for keeping your operations running efficiently, but replacement parts can quickly become a significant expense. Fortunately, Bell Equipment's Surplus Parts Shop makes it easier than ever to access genuine OEM parts at discounted prices, helping you reduce maintenance costs without compromising on quality.