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How to Start Your SME Successfully in South Africa
Today, we will explore key strategies for starting a business, especially for SMEs in South Africa. Whether you are just starting or looking to improve your current business, we will provide clear and practical advice on navigating the local markets.
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Regardless of whether you are a making profit or the size of your company, there are advantages to registering your business in South Africa. These include business name protection, tax incentives, financial assistance and business compliance.
We answer all your other frequently asked questions (FAQs) about registering a new business:
Where Do I Register My Small Business?
You can register your company online on the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) website, or on the Bizportal.gov.za website, a platform created by the CIPC that offers company registration and related services.
You can also register your company via a bank, including Nedbank and First National Bank.
Another way to register your business is to outsource the admin to businesses that have the expertise to offer company registration services and related services. Many of them provide packaged services that include company registration and related services such as SARS consulting, labour registrations, CIDB registration, and upgrades, tax returns/ compliance, or accounting services.
Ready to start your business in South Africa? Our resources for SMEs are here to help you. We offer a range of tools to support your journey, including e-books, templates, guides, and reports. These resources are designed to make starting and growing your business easier. Whether you are just beginning or looking to expand, you will find practical information and tools that are essential for success.
Get the support you need to turn your ideas into reality and take your business to the next level. Explore our all-in-one resource hub and start building your business today!
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There is a lot of advice out there on how to make your business stand out to an investor, including having a good elevator pitch, knowing your stats, knowing your competitors, and don’t be afraid to participate in startup competitions. You can use your pitch deck to help you stand out.
Whether you want to pitch your product to big retailers or you are planning to pitch your business for funding, you need to be able to showcase a short presentation (a pitch deck) which will persuade them to buy into you (and/or your product).
Here are the most important sections your pitch deck needs to cover:
Problem and Opportunity
Product and Solution
Your Competitive Advantage
Your Business Model
