Expo to kick-start growth for budding entrepreneurs

Asande Dhlamini asande.dhlamini@inl.co.za

DESPITE their high initial failure rate, small and medium-sized businesses (SMMEs) account for about half of all job creation. Therefore it is essential to assist growth entrepreneurs in transitioning into formal businesses as well as to support and develop them. This is very important for the growth of the local economy, which will be discussed at the inaugural Township Economies Conference and Expo, planned at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg from June20 to 21. The event will present a distinctive chance to develop a culture of entrepreneurship and enable SMMEs to access skills development, leading to business opportunities and long-term growth. As South Africa has an estimated 17% unemployment rate emanating from the informal economy, the conference is set to put forward a lifeline for families without formal employment. Liz…

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Sunday Independent (Digital) - 1 Issue, 2023-05-14

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