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Franchising
Jan 30 2019 21:53
The founder of salon chain Candi & Co, Candice Thurston has grown a business idea into a flourishing franchise.
Franchising
Jan 08 2018 17:33
oBike, an international smart station-less bike sharing operator, has launched a franchise-like Global Business Partnership Programme.
Franchising
Nov 19 2017 14:16
RocoMamas, Krispy Kreme and Ina Paarman share their tips on how to make it big in the franchising world.
Franchising
Oct 20 2016 17:00
Children’s hair salon, Maddy Magoo is specifically designed for children from all ethnic backgrounds.
Franchising
Oct 20 2016 12:46
Despite the downturn in the SA economy, the local franchise industry continues to grow - although not at the same pace seen in previous years, a survey shows.
Franchising
Apr 11 2016 14:28
Despite the economic downturn, the franchise sector continues to grow and outpaces growth in other business sectors.
Franchising
Feb 14 2016 17:07
Franchising is one of the sectors that has shown resilience and continues to grow in this tough economic environment.
Franchising
Jan 31 2016 17:45
There are a number of things to understand and consider about franchising before beginning, advises a business coach.
Inside Entrepreneurship
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PetroSA can survive 'beyond today' thanks to emergency plan, MPs hear
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Group Five has filed for bankruptcy protection
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Valuer-General does not replace court in determining compensation for expropriation - chamber
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Numsa has rejected the latest tariff increase granted to Eskom
Franchising
Jun 14 2016 12:58
Franchising continues to be an attractive investment for entrepreneurs that want to play it safe and go with a tried and tested concept.
Franchising
May 31 2016 12:18
SPONSORED: The Franchise Co is a franchise management specialist company – owning and managing a diverse range of popular South African brand franchises.
Franchising
Apr 26 2016 17:54
Franchising in the restaurant industry has seen healthy growth as demonstrated by an infographic.
Franchising
Apr 19 2016 17:38
Successful franchising needs a solid relationship between franchisor and franchisee, says McDonald's SA CEO Greg Solomon.
Franchising
Jan 25 2016 16:50
A survey by the Franchise Association of South Africa has found the majority of franchisees have an optimistic outlook about the future.
Franchising
Sep 08 2015 17:39
Despite hard trading times over the past seven years, franchising has held its own, according to the Franchise Association of South Africa.
Franchising
Jul 15 2015 12:02
Recruiting quality franchisees is becoming increasingly essential for every franchise business, as the wrong fit can seriously damage the reputation of the franchise.
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