Step 1 – Understanding Bitcoin And The Block-Chain
Bitcoin is a peer-to-peer payment system, otherwise known as electronic money or virtual currency. It offers a twenty-first century alternative to brick and mortar banking. Exchanges are made via “e wallet software”. The bitcoin has actually subverted the traditional banking system, while operating outside of government regulations. Continue reading “Online Bitcoin Trading: Discover The Keys To Earning A Formidable Income Trading Bitcoin”
An organized workplace is the key, to an effective business. It seems to be a very small thing, but the fact is that when we organize our office we become more efficient and productive in work. One reason is that it increases the efficiency and decreases the “search time” and increases the productivity. For anyone who thinks that search time is not essential then give, a thought to how much time is consumed while looking for something. Whether it’s working equipment some document, file or even a small pen we spent considerable time in searching for these things.
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François Bonnici, University of Cape Town Continue reading “Africa must do more to harness African youth’s entrepreneurial drive”
Al and Ed’s top 10 business opportunities in South Africa is a bit out of date. We are currently compiling an updated Top 10 Business Opportunities 2017 list. If you think your opportunity deserves a mention, get in contact with us. Together we can make a change. Take action.
We have started a section that contains business ideas and in the menu information on how to “Start a business opportunity under R5000”
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The new business ideas 2017 list is not a finite list. We will add to the list as we find unique and interesting business ideas that an entrepreneur can start with, in some cases, minimal investment.
The Masisizane Fund offers tailored integrated and flexible financial and non-financial solutions including financial education, capacity development and mentoring support. We take time to fully understand each enterprise needs, challenges and characteristics.
The understanding and the partnership we create add value and offer innovative enterprise models aimed at ensuring long-term enterprise growth, sustainability and development impact. Continue reading “Masisizane Fund Loan Financing”
SEDA Small Enterprise Development Agency was established in December 2004 as an agency under the Department of Trade and Industry, the dti. The establishment was done by merging three organisations; Ntsika Enterprise Promotion Agency, National Manufacturing Advisory Centre (NAMAC) and the Community Public Private Partnership Programme (CPPP). The GODISA Trust and the Technology Programmes were integrated into seda in April 2006, becoming Seda Technology Programme (Stp). Continue reading “SEDA Small Enterprise Development Agency”
Small Enterprise Finance Agency (SOC) Ltd commonly known as sefa business finance was established on 1st April 2012 as a result of the merger of South African Micro Apex Fund, Khula Enterprise Finance Ltd and the small business activities of IDC.
sefa’s mandate is to foster the establishment, survival and growth of SMMEs and contribute towards poverty alleviation and job creation. sefa has a regional footprint of 9 offices around the country. Continue reading “SEFA Business Finance Option”
Although a jumping castle business opportunity can no longer be started with R5000 but there are ways and means to get around it. Initial Jumping Castle Investment could be as high as R7,000. I recently saw a Gumtree classified ad where the owner wanted to hire her jumping castle for R2500 per month to another jumping castle business for them to generate an income. All she wanted was the guaranteed R2500 per month. Another alternative to buying a new jumping castle is to buy second hand, there are many jumping castles for sale on Gumtree too. Do your homework and don’t part with your hard earned money too quickly. Continue reading “A Jumping Castle Business can be Profitable”
The number of great concepts that have not been transformed into profitable concerns is quite scary. More often than not, the entrepreneurs in question are extremely hard working and dedicated, but have failed to secure much needed investment of capital, be it financial or intellectual. A well-prepared Business Plan will not only open doors for you at financial institutions but will also attract other potential stakeholders.
The following is a guide to drawing up an Effective Business Plan, to be used as a framework for your concept, but still requires an expert’s opinion before making any submissions Continue reading “Drawing Up A Business Plan”
