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March 30
How to Prepare Your Franchise for Coronavirus Catastrophe
With South African franchises facing an unprecedented crisis, many are worried about whether they will be able to afford to pay their employees during the 21-day national shutdown. Some employers are Read More
February 27
SONA 2020: What are the expectations of small business policy?
It is important that President Cyril Ramaphosa has recognised the importance of entrepreneurs in driving job growth and wealth creation in his fourth SONA speech.Just as importantly, while the Pr Read More
January 30
How to Compete with the Big Guns – and Win
One of the beauties of franchising is that it allows the franchisee (and the franchisor for that matter) to take on and beat much larger businesses. One might think it takes real guts to be the David Read More
December 11
Chicken Xpress FLAVA had the Mbombela community dancing!
Chicken Xpress FLAVA had the Mbombela community dancing to a new rhythm!On 22 November 2019, Chicken Xpress franchise opened their doors to the town of Mbombela.The day was welcomed by a lot of e Read More
December 1
How Franchising is a Brilliant Way to Start Your Own Business Without Needing a Revolutionary Idea
Whether it’s winning the Rugby World Cup or the Lotto, us South Africans are a nation of dreamers – and it’s no surprise that many of us dream about starting up our own business.However Read More
November 14
Five franchising trends to watch for in 2020
One of the things that makes South Africans unique is thatall of us have a bit of entrepreneurial spirit. Our country was built by peoplelike yourself, who were ready to open their own business and Read More
November 7
IWG races to catch up with demand – seeks African partners
The market leader in flexible workspace and coworkingenvironments in Africa and the world, seeks franchise partners in all countriesacross Africa, in exchange for the opportunity to invest in a hig Read More
September 26
Support World Teachers Day – get a teaching franchise!
October 5 is World Teachers Day – and many teachers look one day to establish their own business to capitalise on the unique skills and experience they have acquired. The educational sector is boom Read More
September 25
Exciting News! Space available for an Anat Store at Kenilworth Shopping Centre in Cape Town.
Kenilworth Centre is one of the most established shopping malls inCape Town and has been serving the people of Southern Suburbs for more thanfour decades. The 53 947m2 mall has constantly evolv Read More
September 20
This Heritage Week: embrace cultural diversity in the workplace
As national politics and discourse seem to grow more inward-looking and divisive across South Africa, it is worth remembering that it has been well demonstrated that successful businesses think inclu Read More
September 10
IWG GROWTH IN 2019
Flexible working is growing rapidly, with IWG’s continued expansionacross its operating brands, seeing another 156 new locations opening in34 countries around the globe From P Read More
September 9
Krispy Kreme to open doors in Cape Town 10 September
After opening their first branch in South Afric in 2015, earlier this year, the American Franchise, Krispy Kreme announced that they’d open a store in Cape Town and the time has finally come! Read More
August 22
Franchising should be professionalised – FASA
Franchising worldwidecontinues having a 90% success rate as opposed to 10% for those starting abusiness on their own and whilst the sector in South Africa contributes aroundR721 billion to the cou Read More
August 19
5 Spring marketing ideas
To farmers and gardeners, spring is the season of renewal. Suddenly,everywhere is green. In the context of South African franchising, it’s the timeto refresh and energise staid marketing ideas. Read More
July 29
See Express Employment Pros at the Business Show
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur who is about tostart out or a business owner who wants to build a bigger business in theStaffing Industry?We are excited to announce that Express Pros SAwill b Read More
July 25
Franchises help communities – and not only on Mandela Day
Community-based franchises are in a unique position to helptheir local communities, and there is no better time for this than on MandelaDay – 18 July, 2019. Franchises throughout the year help th Read More
July 24
FASA’s reaction to a briefing by Minister of Trade & Industry on government’s plan to work with business sectors like franchising
FASA WELCOMES THE MINISTER EBRAHIM PATEL’S OFFER TO WORK WITH BUSINESSTO STIMULATE THE ECONOMYThe Franchise Association of SouthAfrica, through its membership of BUSA was invited to a convers Read More
July 16
New coffee franchise model aimed at customers on the move
The Daily Coffee Group, a fast-growing and truly South African coffee franchise group, has recently introduced its latest coffee franchise model, The Daily Coffee Express.Commenting on the op Read More
June 27
8 Reasons why Dads should become franchisees
Being a parent is all about multitasking, so it’s nosurprise parents are better suited to franchising. This of course applies tomums as much as dads, but being the Father’s day month, let’s l Read More
June 10
Franchise’s newest target: the flexible workspace revolution
In themidst of what many are calling the flexible workspace revolution, franchiseesare looking towards the serviced office market for lucrative new opportunities.Projections show that three in ten Read More
June 4
Why you should become an Express Pros franchisee
Support local – Experience the difference. Express Employment Professionals is a Franchise businessThe Express difference.Express Employment Professionals’ ISO 9001:2008 registered employeeselect Read More
May 31
Krispy Kreme to open a new store in Cape Town
Krispy Kreme will open a new store in Cape Town before the end of 2019.“Product innovation, premium coffee, and frozen beverages set our brand apart,” said Gary Thomas, MD. “We can’t wai Read More
May 28
Mugg & Bean launches first ‘move-thru’ store
Mugg & Bean has launched its first new-format ‘move thru’ store in South Africa.The first move-thru store was opened on 13 May at the corner of Woodlands Way and Sandown Road in Parklands Read More
May 14
Prime Territory to Open an Express Employment Professionals Franchise
Currently two of the fastest growing areas in Kwa-Zulu Natal for business opportunities, Express Employment Professionals has identified Umhlanga & Ballito as a prime territory to open up a new o Read More
April 1
ACDC Express franchise off to a good start for 2019
ACDC Express is a one-stop electrical retail shop offering over 85 000 product line items for all electrical needs.ACDC Express has positioned itself well in the franchising industry and electric Read More
March 11
Understanding franchising fees
When you buy a franchise outlet, you will be required to paysome fees to the franchisor – and you should understand what they are sothere’s no disappointment or later confusion.All franchis Read More
February 22
Franchising: a love affair – but is it dependent or interdependent?
Franchising involves a special kind of relationship distinctfrom any other you’ll likely ever enter. It goes beyond a business formatsystem and beyond a mere legal agreement binding two parties. Read More
February 18
Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins set to close in South Africa
American franchises, Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins have been open in the South African market for just over two years and have filed an application for the voluntary liquidation of these bu Read More
February 14
Cam-Era franchise signs 1st franchisee
After launching our franchise at the “Buy-a-Business Expo” in September 2018, we are thrilled to announce that we have awarded our first franchisee, Quinton Hattingh in Germiston. T Read More
January 28
‘What is my exit strategy?’
Apart from “How much money can I earn?” one of the most common questions asked by prospective franchisees is, “What will be my exit strategy?” There are many reasons for realising one’s ass Read More
December 13
Franchise trends to look out for in 2019
The following are a compilation of key franchising trends to look out for if you are thinking of expanding or considering buying a franchise in 2019. Some of them were discussed by Michael Vacy-Lyle, Read More
December 13
Get ready for the rebound in 2019
Most people, asked a few weeks’ ago what their New Year’s resolution for 2019 would be, would probably have said ‘To be out of recession’. Well, we already have that with a resounding 2.2% re Read More
December 12
Corner Bakery grows year-on-year-on-year!
CORNER BAKERY is probably most well known in the Engen Quickshops,in forecourts across Southern Africa – as the most convenient and delicious place for a premium pies, healthy snacks and an in Read More
December 10
3 Tips for stretching your festive spend
We all dream of the festive season being a magical time – although sometimes that magic seems to run out early as our wallets empty way too fast. But there are ways to be smart about your festive s Read More
December 3
It’s that time of year! Time to make your business plans for the new year
As 2018 winds down, all the talk is already about year-end vacation. Franchisees might be forgiven for simply wanting to lock up shop and take a well-deserved vac – if you can afford one – aft Read More
November 22
A black warning for Black Friday – beware reputational damage
Retailers across South Africa are bracing themselves for a frenzied rush to their stores on Friday for the so-called Black Friday discount bonanza. They are unpacking additional stock, hiring extra st Read More
November 12
4 Top Tips to Find Your Best Franchise Opportunity
Richard Mukheibir, CEO of Cash Converters Southern AfricaThe SA franchise industry has grown its turnover by 55 percent from R465 billion in 2014, to R721 billion in 2017.Alongside this, the sect Read More
October 29
The three scariest things about being a franchisee
Halloween’s just around the corner, so it’s the ideal time to talk about the top three scary things that come with managing your own franchise outlet. There’s probably a reason you opted to Read More
October 15
Creating Jobs is Team Work
It takes stakeholders from across the business sector to cooperate in building businesses that can create jobs, says Cash Converters CEO RICHARD MUKHEIBIRFranchise sector contributed 15.7% to GDP in Read More
September 27
What makes Mochachos a dominant leader in the restaurant franchise industry in South Africa?
For over 23 years, it is a brand synonymous with healthy, spicy and flavoursome “big portion” meals. The menu captivates each member of the family not only for its flame grilled chicken, wholesome Read More
September 26
The future of franchising just got a little brighter
The future of the South African economy is uncertain – but a little less so today now that President Cyril Ramaphosa has delivered details of government’s stimulus package.‘Stimulus package’ Read More
September 14
Clean out, clean up – and win big!
Spring is on the way and Cash Converters is celebrating the season of renewal with a bigger than ever Spring Clean Sale – and this year it gives you two very different opportunities to cash in.The Read More
August 29
Reasons more women are becoming franchisees
The number of franchises in South Africa is growing by the year, and it’s likely as many as a third of them are now run by women. The figure’s vague and could be much more – as many more are Read More
August 14
Make your business the talk of the town
As the reach and versatility of social and digital media have expanded, they have achieved more than simply adding another useful channel to the marketing toolkit, says Richard Mukheibir, CEO of Cash Read More
August 14
Rating South Africa in the second-hand savvy stakes
South Africans are often accused of slavishly imitating international trends but, in fact, we adopt and adapt them with great ingenuity and individuality, says Richard Mukheibir, CEO of Cash Converter Read More
June 11
Everyone in business can contribute to youth development
Youth unemployment in South Africa is everybody’s problem, so we must make Youth Month a rallying point to tackle it afresh, says Cash Converters CEO Richard Mukheibir.“It is quite simple – we Read More
June 7
4 Top Tips for in-house smart E-Learning for better skilled staff
Wave goodbye to chalk-and-talk sessions – 21st-century staff training is smarter and better switched on to the way people work, learn and have embraced technology in their lives, says Richard Mukhe Read More
June 1
Ways to fund your franchise – but the franchisor isn’t one of them!
Franchisors are being regularly approached by potential franchisees who lack any capital of their own with which to acquire the franchise. That’s simply wasting everybody’s time: if franchisors we Read More
April 26
What does the VAT increase mean for you?
The most significant and imminent impact of the 2018/19 Budget on small businesses such as franchises was the announcement of a one percentage point increase in value-added tax (VAT) from 1 April. For Read More
April 4