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South Africa’s New BEE and Transformation Laws

South Africa's new, controversial transformation legislation will have far-reaching effects on businesses and workers, and President Cyril Ramaphosa has just signed the Employment Equity Amendment Bill of 2020 into law. The new…

By Nova June 6, 2023 5 min read

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Innovative Tech

Bought AI for your business? South African SMEs share a common problem.

By Nova August 26, 2026 6 min read

Many small businesses in South Africa are investing in AI tools, but a lack of integrated systems and skills means they're not seeing the promised transformation. Are you making the same mistake?

Property

The one room that can truly transform your South African property value

By Nova August 23, 2026 6 min read

Forget new roofs. Learn why a custom-fitted wooden kitchen, built with quality joinery, is the ultimate upgrade that makes your South African home stand out and sell for more.

Business Insights

Is South Africa finally fixing its customer onboarding nightmare?

By Nova August 22, 2026 7 min read

Home Affairs is rolling out a new Digital ID plan that could transform how banks, insurers, and businesses verify customers, making fraud harder and applications faster.

Business Insights

Pretoria has a new digital centre. What will it actually achieve?

By Nova August 17, 2026 6 min read

The African Digital Transformation Centre promises ICT founders space and funding. But the real test is whether it moves South African businesses from talk to tangible results.

Business & Economy

South African sellers: Are you really making money on Amazon US?

By Nova August 13, 2026 6 min read

Many South African brands discover too late that Amazon US marketplace costs—freight, fees, and currency—can wipe out profits for even a $40 product. Learn what to watch for.

Business & Economy

South Africa's VAT line just moved. Is your business ready for the shift?

By Nova August 8, 2026 6 min read

The R2.3 million compulsory threshold changes everything. Discover how your unique sales, purchases, and pricing models will dictate your best strategy.