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Absa Bank has introduced an extensive Payment Relief programme for customers. We realise that this is a difficult time for many South Africans whose livelihoods are impacted by the national lockdown.
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Discovery and Vodacom have partnered to deliver a free online healthcare platform for the benefit of all South Africans during the COVID-19 pandemic. This platform provides easy access for all South Africans to a COVID-19 risk tool, to help understand your personal risk for COVID-19 and, where needed, facilitate immediate access to doctor consultations and […]
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Article provided by Discovery As the country follows the strict containment measures put into place to protect the health and wellbeing of us all during the active COVID-19 pandemic, you will continue to enjoy the same covers and benefits and you will get even more enhanced benefits during this time.
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In a recent report, it was said that by 2025 more than 65% of traditional trade shows will be virtual and by 2030 this number will have jumped to 85%. With these statistics in mind, now is the time to embrace the virtual space and make sure your brand is present.
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Article by Mark Keating from Sales Guru Companies will need sales people more than ever when we get through this difficult time. Yet, the ability of some businesses to retain the salary costs of their sales force is real and will become larger over the coming weeks. I’m not a HR expert and don’t claim […]
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Findings from the pre-lock down COVID-19 National Small Business Survey released by the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC) shows deep economic challenges for small businesses during these unpredictable times. The survey canvassed thousands of small businesses throughout the country, providing valuable insight into the devastating effects as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in the […]
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Article provided by PayFast While we may be in the throes of the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak, it’s important to keep a level head and do everything you can to ensure the wellbeing of yourself, your loved ones, colleagues and your business. Following President Ramaphosa’s COVID-19 state of the nation address on 14th March, […]
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“The greatest challenge for Small Businesses during the lockdown because of COVID-19 is inadequate cash flow due to a lack of customers, and a substantial drop in sales. This trial leads to many small businesses throughout the nation struggling to stay in business, especially those in key sectors such as hospitality, tourism and retail”, stated […]
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Karl Westvig, CEO at Retail Capital It was recently reported by ratings agency S&P Global that the coronavirus outbreak has plunged the world into a recession. On the home front, a sudden surge in COVID-19 cases in the country resulted in the President of South Africa imposing a 21-day country-wide lockdown, starting from Thursday, 26 […]
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Hot 91.9FM applauds President Ramaphosa, once again, for your measured response to the COVID-19 crisis in your address to the nation on Monday night. What is needed now is calm and decisive leadership. One of the economic issues the President addressed was the impact this has on small businesses. You will be happy to know […]
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Findings from the pre-lock down COVID -19 National Small Business Survey released by the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC) shows deep economic challenges for small businesses during these unpredictable times. The survey canvassed thousands of small businesses throughout the country, providing valuable insight into the devastating effects as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in […]
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Article by P Assenmacher (Assenmacher Brandt Attorneys) Herewith a summary of the COVID-19 temporary relief benefit fund for your consideration, as well as a link for more information: https://www.businessinsider.co.za/government-pays-workers-during-lockdown-2020-3 Employers whose businesses have been crippled by the Coronavirus crisis can apply for funding to help cover worker salaries.
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Article provided by Westcon Even though some might say that working remotely is the future, the reality is that it is already happening. Statistics show that working from home has increased by 173% since 2005 and is one of the fastest-growing segments of the workforce. Even traditionally-minded South African businesses are starting to see the […]
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Article provided by Westcon Microsoft recently celebrated the first anniversary of opening its two Azure data centres in South Africa. This has already started bringing about a change in how businesses approach the cloud to identify new opportunities for growth. But if you are still one of those not sure about going this route, here […]
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Article provided by PayFast Life as we knew it changed at midnight on Thursday, 26th March when President Ramaphosa announced a three week country-wide lockdown in an attempt to flatten the COVID-19 curve. While people working in essential industries such as healthcare and food production were exempted, for the majority of us we found ourselves […]
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Article by Zoho Businesses across the globe are responding swiftly to the Coronavirus pandemic. The technology companies, especially the ones that have remote work products, adopted ‘work from home’ policies even before the government advisories regarding it were issued. In the era of globalisation, no one is safe until everyone is safe. In this spirit, […]
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Article by Riaan Petersen (Head of Business Banking Segment Solutions, Absa Retail and Business Bank) Governments across the world are taking drastic measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. At the time of writing this article, the virus affected 199 countries and territories, 536.6k confirmed cases, 24.1k deaths and 124.4k recoveries. There are now more […]
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The Business Show: Africa 2020 – Africa’s most successful business expo is now online. If you are toying with new business opportunities or you have a business and want to build a bigger and more successful business, then it’s time to move into action by getting your FREE passport to The Business Show: Africa. The […]
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Article by P Assenmacher (Assenmacher Brandt Attorneys) All businesses to be allowed to provide essential services during the lockdown period will be required to seek approval from the Department of Trade Industry and Competition (“DTIC”) in terms of the lockdown Regulations published on 25 March 2020. Such businesses are required to apply to the Companies […]
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Article by P Assenmacher (Assenmacher Brandt Attorneys) Herewith a summary of the Regulations published on 25 March 2020 to regulate the lockdown announced by President Ramaphosa on 23 March 2020: 1. Restriction on movement of persons and goods (Regulation 11B) 1.1 Every person is to be confined to his/her place of residence, unless it is strictly […]
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Article provided by SYSPRO Small businesses are in a tough situation. They are under pressure to implement new technologies to stay competitive in today’s fast-moving tech-savvy environment, while facing new problems which are constantly changing the way we do business. Many small business owners find today’s biggest tech trends – such as cloud computing, AI […]
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Article provided by The Media Genius There are no case studies or blueprints to guide businesses during these challenging and uncertain times. From a personal perspective we know we must protect ourselves and our families by adhering to strict health guidelines and measures put in place by government. But as businesses owners we face many […]
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Article provided by Google As communities throughout the world respond to COVID-19 (coronavirus), we know that this time presents unique challenges for businesses. Here are some tips and recommendations to help you navigate this for your employees and customers. For the most timely information and guidance on COVID-19, please monitor the World Health Organization website.
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Article provided by The Alternative Board Everyone that has ever started a business, is currently looking for business, or wants to help other business owners has come across a gatekeeper. In business terms, the simplest definition of a gatekeeper is that person that makes the decision whether you as the caller or sender of an […]
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Article by P Assenmacher (Assenmacher Brandt Attorneys) On 15 March 2020 President Ramaphosa declared a national state of disaster in terms of the Disaster Management Act, No. 57 of 2002 (“DMA”), and subsequent thereto published a number of regulations in terms of the DMA and the State of Emergency Act, No. 64 of 1997. The […]
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Article by Herklaas Oberholster (Legal Advisor in Labour Department Seesa) Now and again, a pandemic takes the world by storm. From the “Spanish Flu”, the 1918 influenza epidemic to the more recent swine flu outbreak of 2009. Each brought with it its hysteria and pandemonium. The present-day cause of great concern and panic that has […]
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Article by Property24 South Africa will be under 21 days of lockdown from midnight on Thursday – with businesses in for a rough time as measures to break the spread of Covid-19 get serious. On Monday evening President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation detailing South Africa’s next step in its action plan to curb the spread of […]
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Get your FREE Passport NOW The Business Show: Africa 2020 – Africa’s biggest and most successful business expo is now online. If you are toying with new business opportunities or you have a business and want to build a bigger and more successful business, then it’s time to move into action by getting your FREE […]
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As the business world feels the effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and takes steps to adapt, travel companies are notifying partners that their force majeure policies have been extended to all travellers from Mainland China and all properties within Mainland China. The result is that deposits received by hotels and guesthouses will be repaid […]
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Article by P Assenmacher from Paradigm Corporate Services At the time of the publication of this article, the World Health Organisation has on 11 March 2020 declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic, and has declared Europe to be the epicentre of the pandemic on 14 March 2020. The United States has declared a national emergency […]
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Article by P Assenmacher from Paradigm Corporate Services The purpose of this article is to provide practical guidance to employers as well as answers to legal questions and considerations which may arise with application to the workplace in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hereunder follow abridged points on a number of aspects and questions […]
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Article by Alan Shannon (Business Bank Executive – Professional and Small Business Banking Client Engagement – Nedbank) Small business has the potential to tackle unemployment and help grow the economy, but a long-term view is required to harness the benefits of this sector. According to a baseline study of small business in South Africa by […]
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Article provided by Lulalend We’re here for you… The coronavirus has the potential to have a devastating effect on South African businesses and the economy at large. We want to let you know that during these tough times we are here to help you, and we will stay focused on our mission of providing fast […]
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Article by Mike Anderson (NSBC Founder & CEO) One of the biggest business news stories in the world right now is the coronavirus pandemic, and it’s affecting all kinds of industries from travel to industry events to global supply chains. The stock market has entered a new wave of volatility, prominent business networking events have […]
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Article provided by 1-grid 1-grid is everything a business needs to move and grow online. What started off as a small web-hosting business, turned into a customer’s complete online business solution. Today 1-grid offers everything you need to get and stay online, whether that be registering your company name, managing your email or securing your […]