In 2017, electrical engineer Hleziphi Mtshizane left a comfortable corporate career to start a company with little more than a laptop and the firm conviction that Africa’s energy projects should be engineered through an African lens. Eight years later, InPursuit Renewable Energy has grown from a one-woman consultancy into a multimillion-rand energy firm executing projects…
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NikNaks Launches South Africa’s First AI-Powered WhatsApp Mentorship Platform, Blending Tech, Fashion and Culture
NikNaks, one of South Africa’s most iconic snack brands, is breaking new ground with the launch of Naks Level, the country’s first AI-powered WhatsApp-based mentorship platform. Designed to inspire, educate, and elevate the next generation of young creatives, Naks Level is where technology meets street culture proving that innovation can be as bold, original, and…
SA Entrepreneurs are Rising Beyond Their Roots, But Growth Demands Support
SME confidence is climbing in 2025, with more business owners viewing the economy and government efforts as supportive of growth. But the pressure isn’t off. The latest Business Partners SME Confidence Index shows cash flow, economic conditions, and limited funding remain the top barriers. To overcome these, 86% of SMEs say access to finance is critical, 85%…
Telkom enters South Africa’s booming MVNO market
Telkom has entered the Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) market through its partnership with a Mobile Virtual Network Enabler (MVNE) platform provider with a proven track record in the South African market. Signing the MVNE platform agreement will enable Telkom to meet ICASA’s requirements while identifying and onboarding multiple MVNOs to strengthen its competitive position…
Nedbank appoints DNA Brand Architects as its consumer public relations agency
Nedbank has appointed DNA Brand Architects as its new consumer public relations (PR) agency following a rigorous multi-agency pitching process. This new partnership aligns with Nedbank’s commitment to impactful communication and meaningful engagement with South African consumers, while advancing its dedication to black economic empowerment through mutually beneficial supplier partnerships. DNA Brand Architects (DNA) is…
