Eastern Cape shows largest Informal sector employment figures

Data shows that the national informal sector of 2.1 million jobs is getting smaller and this appears to be the case in most provinces. However, there were some exceptions with some provinces experiencing increases in the informal sector and shrinkages in the formal sector.

Registering a New Company Registering a New Company

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has outlined the New Companies Act which came into effect from May 2011. The Act stipulates some changes in the way business owners register their companies.

Public hearings into economic zones kick-off

The economic zones that are proposed in the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Bill will boost the economic growth of KwaZulu-Natal, says Economic Development and Tourism MEC Michael Mabuyakhulu

95% Gauteng broadband coverage promised

Gauteng premier Nomvula Mokonyane aims to achieve 95% broadband coverage in the province in an effort to narrow the digital divide and grow the economy

Funding for Women Entrepreneurs

The IDC has funding for woman entrepreneurs worth R400 million. In addition to the funding, the beneficiaries will also receive business support in the form of a partial grant, help with the development of business plans, training and mentorship.