How to Start a Pest Control Business in South Africa

Anytime any day, the taxi business will always remain a profitable business that conveys passengers to and from locations of their choice. The taxi business is not like other modes of public transport where the service provider determines the pick-up and drop-off location. This unique business can be started small with a few cars and …

A guest house is a commercial accommodation that offers between 4-16 bedrooms (a business with more than 16 bedrooms is called a hotel), and which has, as its primary source of business, the supply of tourist accommodation. Breakfast and dinner are made available to guests, particularly where the latter is not readily available in the …

The demand for businesses in the general real estate industry in South Africa is growing massively due to the hiking prices of properties in the country. Reports show that 60% of all construction is centered within the Gauteng region, and this number will continue to rise in the next few years. Real estate is without …

Maybe people you have cooked for before might have suggested to you to start a catering company, some may have even predicted how fast you will become a household name. Well, whether you are a very good cook or you just like the feel of the culinary world, starting a catering business in south africa …

Pretoria is one of the largest cities in South Africa and is filled with diverse opportunities for business owners. The government in South Africa encourages Small and Medium Sized businesses through several programs and schemes. Instead of looking for a job endlessly or working a job you do not like, why not take up any …

Are you looking for the best small business opportunities in Sandton, South Africa? Are you considering starting a business in Sandton, South Africa but you simply lack ideas on what business to start? If YES, then I advice you read on as this article will help solve this problem. 10 Small Business Investment Opportunities in Sandton …

In business, there are different schools of thought; while some would advice you to offer your products at the lowest prices to increase turnover and profit, another school of thought would opine that offering your goods at the lowest prices would raise suspicions of quality. This is just one example of conflicting business advice and …

Yes, it is very much possible to clear your name with credit bureaus. Although it might not be an easy road ahead, it is worth it for your financial future if you can get yourself on the right side of the credit bureaus. Once all your debt has been settled and you are up to …

Globally, there are three main credit rating agencies – Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s, and Fitch. These agencies independently evaluate and publish research on all bonds issued by corporations and governments. These agencies have a long market history. Moody’s Investor Services was established in 1909, Standard & Poor’s in 1860, and Fitch’s in 1914. All three …

Exchange Traded Funds or ETFs are listed investment products that track the performance of a group or “basket” of Shares, Bonds or Commodities. Note that these “baskets” are known as indices. An example of an index is the FTSE/JSE Top 40 Index. An ETF can be bought or sold in the same way as an …

As an aspiring entrepreneur who is ready to build a business that will survive the future, then you should build your business along the services industry. One of the businesses that can be categorized under the services industry is the cleaning business. This type of business can be started by anybody as long as they …

When you talk about property development business, loads of entrepreneurs will back off because they know that it is a business that involves huge startup capital. Beyond every reasonable doubt, one of the most profitable, creative and interesting aspects of the real estate industry in south africa is property development. As a matter of fact, …

In South Africa just like in some countries in Africa, it can be truly challenging starting any business, but one business that you can start with little challenges and wide market coverage is a butchery business or better still slaughterhouse business. If you are considering starting a butchery business in South Africa, the good news …

If you live in South Africa, or if you have ever visited South Africa, you will agree that the taxi cab line of business is an avenue to make good money. This is because if you don’t own an automobile, transporting yourself from one part of town to another can be challenging especially if you …

The real estate industry is a very vast industry and new businesses keep unraveling in the industry from time to time. There is a wide range of businesses with good turnover that an aspiring entrepreneur who is looking towards starting a business in the real estate industry can successfully start. One of such businesses is …

If you drive through the streets in metropolitan cities of South Africa, you will notice several car wash centers in strategic locations. These goes to show that car wash business is a thriving business in South Africa. One good thing about car wash business is that it can be started by anybody as long as …

Do you want to start a butchery in South Africa and need a license? If YES, here is a detailed guide on how to get a butcher license in South Africa. The work of a butcher is a fairly straight forward one. They sell meat to the general public and to businesses such as restaurants …

The cost of starting a business in South Africa is dependent on several factors including the size, type, industry, and structure of the business you intend starting. But generally, if you intend starting a small business, you are expected to spend anywhere between R125 and R475 (R125 for a private company, R475 for a non-profit …

There is no stipulated duration to get a Court Order to repossess a car in South Africa. The duration will mostly depend on the level of the court and the date fixed for hearings. Legal repossession of a car in South Africa is initiated with a summon and then finalized in court resulting in a …

With the rapid rise in opportunities presented by globalization and with more South Africans viewing the world as a global village, South Africans are migrating from South Africa for various reasons which include retirement, tax haven, marriage and many more personal reasons. However, it is important to note that such movements can create adverse financial …

In South Africa, the rising number of car owners can be directly attributed to the need for convenience and in some cases, luxury. Still, this rising number has attracted criminals, and over the years the nation has experienced a rapid increase in carjacking. According to reports, every 32 minutes, a vehicle is hijacked somewhere in …

South African crime rates are indeed legendary, and can be quite scary especially when you are looking at the number of incidents and level of crime happening in the country regularly. According to reports, around 182 motor vehicles are taken, stolen or hijacked on a daily basis from owners and tourists. Vehicle tracking and recovery …

SUV simply stands for ‘Sports Utility Vehicle’. It is a car classification that merges a typical on-road vehicle with the best features of off-road vehicles, such as higher ground clearance and the all-important four-wheel drive. SUVs typically offer extra seating capacity when compared to sedans and hatchbacks, meaning that larger families are easily accommodated. Globally, …

If you intend starting this type of business, it is advisable to first look at the existing laws and zonal regulations in the city or state you reside in to know what is expected of you. You would need to pay a visit to the regulatory bodies in your state to know what you need …

The time required for the registration of a trade mark in South Africa varies, but can range from 18 months to 3 years depending, among other things, on the number of applications the CIPC receives within a certain period. Even though it takes time to obtain registration, the rights in a mark are backdated to …

Do you want to start a business selling refurbished scrap vehicles in SA? If YES, here are 6 steps on how to register a deregistered vehicle in South Africa. Scrapped vehicles are most times unusable, except for recycling, or in rare occasions refurbished for personal use. What is a Scrapped Vehicle? Scrapped vehicles are known …

When we talk about franchising in the continent of Africa, it is obvious that South Africa is one of the leading countries that participate in this Business model. Statistic shows that there are more than 600 brands in South Africa publicly offering franchise business opportunities through various print and digital media platforms, exhibitions and other …

Cape Town is the most popular tourist destination in the whole of Africa because of its good climatic condition and infrastructure. It is also the third main hub economic city in Africa. With a yearly GDP of over $22 billion dollars, Cape Town has all the resources needed to make a business grow. Seventy-five percent …

One of the best places to start a business in South Africa is Johannesburg. This is due to its high population ratio and the fact that it is the capital of South Africa. So if you are relocating to South Africa or you currently residing in South Africa and you are wondering what businesses are …

If you are thinking of starting a business in Africa, then you should probably think of South Africa. South Africa which is one of the most diverse and sophisticated market offers investors a great deal of stability, a vibrant emerging market, and a climate – political, cultural, social, and environment – that promotes and fosters …

Coming up with a brilliant, cash-spinning idea is not always easy. Unfortunately, there are always people lurking around the corner looking for business ideas to steal and profit from. It is always easy to get your business idea stolen in the process of sourcing for funds, creating product prototypes, or during the process of business …

Do you want to start a business in South Africa online from home? If YES, here are 50 small business ideas and investment opportunities in South Africa. South Africa has got many facts and figures that make it one of the best countries to do business with in the African continent. Which is why so …

At first thought, starting a gold mining business can seem like a very daunting process especially if you have no experience whatever regarding the industry. Even if you do have an experience in the industry, the nature of the industry will require you to get some sort of guidance from those that have more experience …