Nhlanhla Zama shares insights on the real challenges facing South Africa’s SMEs, highlighting that limited skills and business capability—not just funding—are key barriers to success. The discussion explores KZN’s tough trading conditions, the importance of digital and operational skills, and how programmes like Pitch and Polish are helping entrepreneurs build stronger, more sustainable businesses.

<p>Nhlanhla Zama shares insights on the real challenges facing South Africa&rsquo;s SMEs, highlighting that limited skills and business capability&mdash;not just funding&mdash;are key barriers to success. The discussion explores KZN&rsquo;s tough trading conditions, the importance of digital and operational skills, and how programmes like Pitch and Polish are helping entrepreneurs build stronger, more sustainable businesses.</p>