Risk tolerance in entrepreneurship
In South Africa more than 70 percent of small businesses fail in the first two years, a confirmation that starting a business is in itself a risky act. Literature around entrepreneurship suggests that risk-tolerance is defined as one of the key traits for a successful entrepreneur. According to a …
SA's Competition Commission has released the Essential Food Price Monitoring Report
South Africa's (SA) Competition Commission has noted a rise in the sale and price of canned pilchards, as consumers look for alternative sources of protein, amid inflation pressures and energy insecurity. The Essential Food Price Monitoring Report by the Competition Commission shows that prices o…
International oil giant Shell reportedly planning to leave SA
International oil giant Shell is reportedly planning to leave South Africa(SA). The decision by Shell reportedly stems from a fallout with its long-term BEE partner, Thebe Investment Corporation. For more on this Thami Ngubeni spoke to Trevor Shaku, Spokesperson of the South African Federation of …
The Annual Board of Healthcare Funders Conference held in Capetown, SA
Delegates from medical schemes in Southern Africa have converged in Cape Town, South Africa (SA) for the Annual Board of Healthcare Funders Conference. BHF Chairperson Neo Khauoe has called for bold leadership for the Industry's survival. She urged the Trustees of medical schemes to root out fraud…
Technology company, Versofy says SAs water crisis should become a significant priority
Technology company, Versofy, best known for its solar solutions and services, says that preparing for South Africa's(SA) water crisis should become a significant priority. The company, which is fast becoming a necessity-driven entrepreneurial brand, believes that further use of smart technology wi…
Business Preview with SABC's economics editor, Tshepo Mongoai
Thami Ngubeni speaks to SABC's economics editor, Tshepo Mongoai to discuss some of the stories expected to come out of the continent this week....
'Zimbabwe has a good story to tell' Zimbabwe's deputy minister of mines
Zimbabwe Investment Summit 2024 is underway in Kempton Park, South Africa. This summit promises to be an exceptional platform for senior business executives, international and regional investment fund managers, as well as commercial and development financial institutions. Broadcasting live from th…
"Zimbabwe is a peaceful destination" Zimbabwe Minister of Tourism & Hospitality Industry
Zimbabwe Investment Summit 2024 is underway in Kempton Park, South Africa. This summit promises to be an exceptional platform for senior business executives, international and regional investment fund managers, as well as commercial and development financial institutions. Broadcasting live from th…
Incentives available for investors in Zimbabwe-Finance minister Mthuli Ncube
Zimbabwe Investment Summit 2024 is underway in Kempton Park, South Africa. This summit promises to be an exceptional platform for senior business executives, international and regional investment fund managers, as well as commercial and development financial institutions. Broadcasting live from th…
World Press Freedom Day
NTRO: As the world marks World Press Freedom Day, the African continent sees increased political pressure and intimidation against journalists. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) says press freedom worldwide is threatened by the people who should be its guarantors. This has been evident recently in Bu…