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Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Bulelani Balabala, Business Speaker -Media Contributor -Township Entrepreneur TEA, about the Township Entrepreneurs Agency's Kasi Pitching Challenge, which has awarded over R1.7 million to 33 winners nationwide and is set to visit more than 12 townships across South Africa. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast. Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newsletters The Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on: 702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702 702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Bulelani Balabala, Business Speaker and Township Entrepreneur from TEA, about the importance of digitizing township businesses to boost growth, visibility, and access to new markets and funding opportunities. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk.There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.zaSubscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa.Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bulelani Balabala is the founder of the Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA), a platform that has supported over 50,000 township entrepreneurs with access to skills, mentorship, and markets.From humble beginnings selling sweets and fat cakes to building one of the country's most impactful entrepreneurship platforms, Bulelani has made it his mission to empower the 1.8 million informal businesses that drive the township economy. Through TEA, he's provided access to information, mentorship, funding, and markets to over 50,000 entrepreneurs across the country.We explore the untapped potential of the township economy, the structural challenges holding it back, and what it will take to unlock growth, scale impact, and build a more inclusive economic future. Bulelani also shares what's next — from launching The Township Entrepreneurs Guide to hosting the Township Economy Summit and Awards.This episode is a deep dive into real grassroots innovation, resilience, and what it truly means to build for community.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Bulelani Balabala, speaker, media contributor about his book, The Township Entrepreneurs Guide to Get Things Done.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Bulelani Balabala, Business Speaker - Media Contributor -Township Entrepreneur TEA ,about practical strategies for prioritising mental wellness in the workplace, specifically tailored for small business owners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Bulelani Balabala, business speaker and township entrepreneur, about wrapping up the year strong and sharing valuable tips for small business owners to thrive in the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bulelani Balabala, Founder of Township Entrepreneurs Alliance on the state of the township economy, the outcome of the Township Economy Awards and Summit and solutions needed to revitalise townships entrepreneurs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Bulelani Balabala about the Township Economy Summit, hosted by Nedbank and the Township Economy Alliance, and the opportunities and challenges facing township entrepreneurs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This evening we look at the markets with Sasfin, we speak to the Government Employee Pension Fund and Emira Property Fund on their respective financials, Allan Gray joins us to discuss including consumer-facing companies in your investment portfolio, and in our Executive Lounge segment we speak to Township Entrepreneurs Alliance founder Bulelani Balabala on his career, supporting the township economy, and how he spends his downtime. SAfm Market Update - Podcasts and live stream
Guest: Bulelani Balabala | Founder of Township Entrepreneur Alliance On Sunday, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi unveiled new by-laws regulating spaza shops. This was in relation recent and alarming increase in incidents of foodborne illnesses affecting pupils across various schools in the province. Africa Malane speaks to Bulelani Balabala, the Founder of Township Entrepreneur Alliance on how this will affect the spaza shop industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Treasury director-general, Dr. Duncan Pieterse on the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement's key takeaways, including measures to reduce debt, boost economic growth, and improve service delivery. In other interviews on this episode of The Money Show, Krish Gopaul, Senior Analyst for Europe, the Middle East and Africa at the World Gold Council explores the factors behind the unprecedented growth in global gold demand, now exceeding $100 billion. Interviews: Insights into mini-budget and Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's economic agenda Stephen Grootes speaks to Treasury director-general, Dr. Duncan Pieterse on the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement's key takeaways, including measures to reduce debt, boost economic growth, and improve service delivery. Market Commentary Grant Nader, Portfolio Manager at Benguela Global Fund Managers joins host Ray White to analyse the day's market fluctuations and delve into the latest developments in business and finance. Global gold demand reaches a record high value of over US$100 billion Stephen Grootes speaks to Krish Gopaul, Senior Analyst for Europe, the Middle East and Africa at the World Gold Council exploring the factors behind the unprecedented growth in global gold demand, now exceeding $100 billion. Tech Thursday: Shifting Landscape: Challenges Face South African Online Retail Stephen Grootes speaks to tech expert Siphumelele Zondi about the turmoil in South Africa's online retail space, following Jumia's exit from Zando and Takealot's sale of Superbalist. SA is spending worryingly little on agricultural research Stephen Grootes talks to Johann Kirsten, Professor of Agricultural Economics at Stellenbosch University, about South Africa's alarming underinvestment in agricultural research. Small Business Focus: Building your brand as a township business for urban and corporate market Stephen Grootes speaks to Bulelani Balabala, Founder of Township Entrepreneurs Alliances about strategies for township businesses to penetrate urban and corporate markets through effective branding with Bulelani Balabala. Investment School - Navigating South Africa's Market Volatility: Strategies for Long-Term Growth Stephen Grootes speaks to Hlelo Giyose, Chief Investment Officer and Principal at First Avenue Investment Management, and Asanda Notshe, Chief Investment Officer at Mazi Asset Management, about navigating South Africa's market volatility: strategies for long-term growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stephen Grootes speaks to Bulelani Balabala, Founder of Township Entrepreneurs Alliances about strategies for township businesses to penetrate urban and corporate markets through effective branding with Bulelani Balabala.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The value and growth of SA's township economy is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight. Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Bulelani Balabala, founder of The Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA). Topics of discussion include: the size and scope of the informal sector; the country's relationship to townships; opportunities for small businesses; ways in which consumers and corporates can show support; and the place of alternative finance models. Business Day Spotlight is a MultimediaLIVE Production.
To discuss the vibrancy and potential of the township economy, we speak with Bulelani Balabala, a prominent business speaker, media contributor, and township entrepreneur, who joins John Maytham on the Afternoon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Township Entrepreneurs Alliance founder, Bulelani Balabala on the impact of this week's looting riots has had on the township economy and where to from here regarding the looted small businesses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Untainted Creatives has the opportunity to chat with Bulelani Balabala, The podcast tackle issue around the challenges most entrepreneurs face and a way forward for a sustainable economic system. Check the full the podcast:
Township Entrepreneurship Alliance founder Bulelani Balabala provides guidelines on starting a business. www.moneyweb.co.za
Moneyweb Radio — Township Entrepreneurship Alliance founder Bulelani Balabala provides guidelines on starting a business.
Moneyweb Radio — Township Entrepreneurship Alliance founder Bulelani Balabala provides guidelines on starting a business.
Township Entrepreneurship Alliance founder Bulelani Balabala provides guidelines on starting a business. www.moneyweb.co.za
On the Grind Podcast — Bulelani Balabala of the founder of IAF Brands and Township Entrepreneur’s Alliance (TEA). TEA is a non-profit organisation which aims to a national platform for entrepreneurs to get skills, enterprise development and market access. In this episode I catch up with Bulelani to learn more about his business journey.
JOHANNESBURG — There are two things that will solve South Africa's economic woes over the long-term. The first is improved education standards, particularly at primary and secondary school levels. Our feeder systems into tertiary level need to be of the very highest standard, but right now they're a complete mess and fall totally short of global standards. Secondly, we need greater levels of entrepreneurship. We need SMEs to become the engine of growth. One man is trying to spark the latter by encouraging township residents to create their own businesses. Meet Bulelani Balabala. - Gareth van Zyl
CliffCentral.com — Are we free as business people or citizens... or are we captured by Capitalism? Most African countries were colonised by pushing business interests, thus they are still captured to date. We are now officially in recession (is that not part of capture?) - hence we are borrowing monies to free the economy etc. Will we ever be free as a market? Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala in studio for the discussion is: Chris Hattingh (Researcher at Free Market Foundation), Dr Harry Akinola (Global Learning& Dev Head at Puma Energy & Shift Convener), and Lisa Illingworth (Author, Entrepreneur & Founder of FutureProofSA).
CliffCentral.com — According to the latest Women in Business report, only 28% of senior management roles in South Africa are held by women. Furthermore, the report indicates that almost 31% of SA companies have no women at all in senior management positions. Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala talk about women in leadership and they are joined by Nthabiseng Phoshoko, Lebo Ramokhoa, Mathabo Tebello Mathebule, Nelisiwe Masango, and Zi Hatting.
CliffCentral.com — You get those that talk-the-talk... you get those that walk-the-walk... and then you get those that GET THINGS DONE! Dene Botha from Pride Factor chats with Bulelani Balabala who is 100% the latter. Hear what they have to say about inspiring, guiding and mentoring the future leaders of South Africa.
SME Zone — “Readers are leaders” said Bulelani Balabala who interviewed young township entrepreneur Tumi Monaheng who is the founder of Dream Finders that owns Tembisa News. Tumi shares information on how he made it as an entrepreneur in the township.
Bulelani Balabala, CEO of IAF Brands an award winning brand agency, that he started in his mother’s garage at the age of 18. He has been awarded as the best Corporate Citizen in Youth Development by the Former Mayor of Ekurhuleni. Today Bulelani is a professional speaker who covers brand development, entrepreneurship and inspiration.
CliffCentral.com — In October this year, the BEE commission planned to issue about 50 preliminary and final findings against companies for contraventions of the B-BBEE act. What are these contraventions? One of them is fronting. A major form of non-compliance is fronting, or the introduction of spurious schemes that purport to introduce black shareholders (sometimes a domestic worker) without assigning any benefits to them. This enhances a company’s B-BBEE status and increases its chance of winning contracts. Fronting is prevalent and some companies have already been issued with findings and more are following, according to the BEE Commissioner Zodwa Ntuli. Talking to Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala about the real state of B-BBEE and its transformation - or better yet, the lack there off - is Mr Keith Levenstein, founder of EconoServ. He is the moderator of the B-BBEE forum on Business Masters. Keith has been involved in broad-based black economic empowerment since 2005. His business is well known to all in the industry. Their aim in this forum is to assist businesses in becoming BEE compliant.
CliffCentral.com — South Africa is on the right track towards ensuring that all citizens have access to affordable, quality healthcare services regardless of their socio-economic circumstances. The transformation process is underway with the Government’s implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI), a multi-billion rand scheme which seeks to radically transform South Africa’s healthcare system. Now the question is – is South Africa’s healthcare industry transformed? Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala chat to Bridget Kekana - Director at ReIntergrate Occupational Therapy Services, Dr Cwengile Gagela - Medical Doctor at Helen Joseph Hospital, Dr Thandeka Nqcobo - Medical Doctor at Mafikeng Provincial Hospital, and Nneile Nkholise - Founder of IMEDTech and an impact entrepreneur.
CliffCentral.com — Transportation and travel cannot be discussed without taking tourism into consideration, and tourism cannot thrive without travel. Transportation is an integral part of the tourism industry, it is largely due to the improvement of transportation that tourism has expanded. October is Transport Month in South Africa and it's used to raise awareness on the important role of transport in the economy. Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala chat to Neo Mangope - founder of The Right Brain Factory - and Mpho Mache, Director of Tshuku Transport Services.
CliffCentral.com — There’s a small group of entrepreneurs who are usually committed to one successful venture. However, this type is inspired to leave something behind of lasting importance and value to their customers, industry, families, communities and loyal employees. They stand for a social cause that is bigger than they are. Looking beyond their own lives, they work to build an image and reputation of an industry, community leadership and citizenship. These types of entrepreneurs are called legacy entrepreneurs. They find meaning in creating something of significant and lasting value from their corner of the world, whereever that corner is. Busi Raphekwane, Nthabiseng Mokgosi, Pontso Hlakoane and Timothy Maurice Webster join the discussion with Bulelani Balabala.
CliffCentral.com — South Africa needs to find new ways and wide-ranging structural reforms to boost growth and job creation, and improve inclusivity. With 54% youth unemployment and a slow growth economy, a solution that is a win-win for business and unemployed youth is a story worth telling. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala in studio are Mokete Sekgonyane from Nubikoms, Sicelo Mbonane from Township Entrepreneurs Network, and Bongi Radebe from Taste of Legends.
CliffCentral.com — There are 400 small business owners across 22 sectors in South Africa. According to previous findings by World Wide Worx, there are an estimated 650,000 small businesses in South Africa, employing around 7.8 million people. Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala are joined by Mzuzukile Soni, the CEO and founder of BrownSense – a buy-black initiative connecting black businesses owners with customers through social media and events. Young business owner Yamkela Kiviet also joins the discussion.
CliffCentral.com — Bulelani Balabala and Teboho Mafodi talk about the downgrade to junk status and what it means for a country. In December, the Standard and Poor rating kept the country’s sovereign credit rating at one notch above junk status, with a negative outlook, while Fitch adjusted its outlook to negative from stable - a notch above junk. They also discuss how they are affected as business people, and how are they influenced by this drop of the rating.
CliffCentral.com — With the increased complexity of managing the B-BBEE scorecard against the amended codes, many BEE champions are unclear on how to monitor and respond to these increased requirements. If you want to improve your skillset, as well as enrich the company's B-BBEE plan with the following outcomes: The team tackles strategy development that makes business sense, and BEE scorecard verification preparation - making sure you have identified all the gaps on your scorecard. The objective is to help clients integrate B-BBEE, social responsibility and socio-economic empowerment into their strategic vision, with an objective of encouraging sustainable business growth and social development. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Ms Zodwa Ntuli - the B-BBEE Commissioner, and Mr Michael Tsotetsi - B-BBEE Specialist.
CliffCentral.com — Profiling young entrepreneurs making a difference in different industries - Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala speak to Khethi Ngwenya from School Media and Laureate from Le Beauty Training Academy to help us understand the dynamics in their industries.
CliffCentral.com — Outdoor advertising is a platform for creating brand awareness and building brand visibility and popularity. In the last couple of decades, outdoor advertising has become prominent... but more than that, technology has enhanced it further so that you can get the best out of it. With outdoor advertising upping the stakes and becoming increasingly more competitive - plus digital advertising becoming the medium of choice - it’s important to know how to make your advertising count. The team tackles strategies to ensure your outdoor advertising has the highest chance of being noticed, and more importantly, remembered. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Mr Tumelo Mailula - Director of Juxtapose and Mr Francis Chikasha - Director of Aerial Display.
CliffCentral.com — Building a home is a high cost. On today’s show the team brings you alternative building methods that are beautiful, cost-effective, luxurious and complement the environment and surroundings. Alternative buildings challenge the status quo of the South African construction industry, and it provides people with alternative building techniques. It’s a solution found for the rising costs of building affordable houses, using various techniques, with a big focus on shipping container homes. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Ms Makano Morojele - Head of Social Sustainability from National Business Initiative, Mr Gary Geldenhuis from Geldcon Services (Container Conversions), and Mr Brad Berman from Cape Town - Founder of Berman-Kalil Housing Concepts.
CliffCentral.com — Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala are highlighting the work of young entrepreneurs and innovators who are shaping SA's future. The guests in studio are, Ms Naledi Phafane - CEO of Open Robot, Mr Thomas Nkuna - CEO of Jay Gatsby, and Mr Lucas Ketelo - Founder of Aziki Green.
CliffCentral.com — Funding always dominates any conversation - every time we talk about the challenges entrepreneurs are facing... and on the other hand, the amount of risk the funding agencies are willing to take to support SMMEs. SMEs are perceived to be very low and they don’t have wide financing channels. The team looks at other available funding options. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Fred Jones, Small Business Mentor from Eastern Gauteng Business Linkage Centre, Mags Ponnan, and Head of Customer Value Propositions at FNB Business.
CliffCentral.com — In order for skills to be developed, it’s important to identify your skill gaps - because your skills determine your ability to execute your plans with success. Become a master of your craft. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Billy Fore from Ekurhuleni Artisans & Skills Training, Lorraine Marira - Founding Member and CEO of Laureate Le Beauty Training Academy, ‘Thought Leaders ‘Series, which is presented by Rev Ngwenya and Boi Rasmussen Entrepreneur, CEO, Author, Startup Coach and Youth Entrepreneurship Activist, who is based in The Netherlands.
CliffCentral.com — Tips and info on saving and budgeting - entrepreneurs need to be advised on how to work within a budget. Because every year they get stuck in debt and there’s no progress, all because of poor planning. Saving is very important because entrepreneurs aren’t guaranteed the same income every month. There are good and bad months, so if there is money put aside, the entrepreneur avoids being unable to pay expenses. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Mr Wikus Oliver - Debt Management Expert from DEBTSAFE, Nosipho Zikishe, Legal Advisor at the National Credit Regulator & Mr Mzandile Petrous - Executive Chairman of IFIRM - The iFirm = Information x Business Intelligence x Investigation x Advisory.
CliffCentral.com — The hosts Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala welcome everyone into the New Year and are joined by Asanda Booth, Bongumusa Gidagida and Palase Mabuye to have a discussion on what listeners can expect on 360 Biz in 2017, so that you can start your year energised and ready to take on the world. It's been unpacked that 2017’s great advice is not only dreaming big – but how to achieve those dreams.
CliffCentral.com — South Africa’s creative industries have long been identified as a driver for employment and development, yet few people have been able to successfully combine commercial success, education and development. Joining Teboho Mafodi, Bulelani Balabala and Liya Ndlondlo is singer Tsholofelo Moatshe, and Thapelo Ramodikwe - Public Speaker & Profile of Rato Pela online clothing.
CliffCentral.com — Waste can be defined in many ways as is evident from the differing definitions adopted in the White Paper, the strategy and the Waste Act. The exact definition of waste is, however, the topic of an ongoing debate because of an increasing global trend to reduce, re-use, rework, recycle, recover, so-called 'waste products'. One person's waste can now become another person's valuable raw material. Also, with changing technologies, availability and cost of original input materials, the demand for, or need to use recovered 'wastes' is changing too. Joining Teboho Mafodi, Bulelani Balabala and guest host Liya Ndlondlo are acting CEO of Proudly SA, Mr Eustace Mashimbye and Waste Entrepreneur, Zandile Nkosi (Managing Member of ZEE).
CliffCentral.com — The team discusses SMEs and their determination to succeed, and take a further look into how Executive Pay is determined in SMEs. They also outline the results of the 2016 National Small Business Survey on what opportunities and possible obstacles entrepreneurs face today. Plus there's a profile of a platform for community action that allows low income communities to effectively organise at grass-root level. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Dr Mark Bussin - Executive Committee Member at the South African Reward Association, Mike Anderson - CEO and founder of the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC), and Luke Jordan - CEO of Grassroots.
CliffCentral.com — The financial space is changing a lot in all areas such as regulation, technology, compliance, demographics, changing customer expectations, rise of millennials and competition from fin tech. We have already started experiencing new ways of payments, microfinancing, investment advice, money management, trading etc - this will eventually expand to all size and shape of financial offerings. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Mr Bongani Coka, CEO of SAIPA; Mohamed Rasivhetshela, CEO of Makanda Finance; and Wikus Olivier, Debt Counsellor from Debtsafe.
CliffCentral.com — There appears to be a serious lack of knowledge regarding South African tender procedures and processes. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala is Andrew Molver – Litigation Attorney from Adams & Adams, and Moiponi Moloto from UJ Centre to talk more on the SA tender environment and The Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). On the small business spotlight the team profiles Muzi of Ingwazi Eatery, which is a fast food operation and Magnificent from Project X, which focuses on creating unique furniture with recycled tyres and other material.
CliffCentral.com — Start-ups are not all unicorns and IPOs. The start-up struggle is real. Start-up struggles happen all the time, and it’s these struggles that strengthen and give them the ability to have some qualities in order to survive. Some of these characters are tenacity, resilience, and courage - as entrepreneurs are tested and sharpened. Joining the discussion with Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala are entrepreneurs who are making money in the lower LSM... Tokologo Phetla is a Founder and CEO of a company called Black Industrialist, plus he's a publisher. The other guest is Vaneshri Naidoo, founder of My MOBI innovative car wash.
CliffCentral.com — Bulelani Balabala and guests are unlocking opportunities for young entrepreneurs that the public and private sector has to offer, with regards to entrepreneurial development. There is a lot of room for growth and market share out there... and they have the information on how to get in!
CliffCentral.com — Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala have decided to shine a light on another area which regularly evokes passionate responses from our listeners, the role of women in business. Research shows that there’s a shortage of women in various fields, so the team calls in some experts to give their opinions on the glass ceilings confronting women in the workplace, the challenges and obstacles facing female entrepreneurs, the lack of women in STEM careers, and ways to promote diversity across different industries. Some of the guests are Nthabeleng Likotsi, Cwy Mandindi, Busi Raphekwane, Danielle Lester, Pabi and Karen Joseph.
CliffCentral.com — Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala bring different businesses in studio to help answer the question, what transformation is needed to prevent an unbuilt future?
CliffCentral.com — Bulelani Balabala looks at small business development through various platforms. Rene from Thebe Reed Exhibition discusses the work they are doing, Lesego Tau speaks about a foundation which focuses on shifting young mindsets, and Sanele Zulu empowers everyone on going green and the opportunities in the publishing space. Sibusiso Molimi closes it up with some inspiration.
CliffCentral.com — Bulelani Balabala speaks to Faith from Minions SA, an organisation that sources young students with free time for companies needing extra hands. He also speaks to Thabo from Glowing Generation, an agency that focuses on storytelling. The show also features Malibongwe Xaba, an inspirational speaker.
CliffCentral.com — Bulelani Balabala profiles entrepreneurs doing amazing work in various communities and who are changing the game completely. Guests are best-selling author Zareef Minty, Emmanuel Bonoko from E Bonoko Holdings, Phakiso Tsotetsi from The Hook Up Dinner, Thabang Mohlala from TEA, and Fazlyn Toeffie from Gibs Business School.
CliffCentral.com — Abuti Rams joins Bulelani Balabala and Teboho Mafodi to talk about the power of social media. Learn how small businesses can use social media to enhance their marketing strategies and business models.
CliffCentral.com — Procurement and supply management involves buying the goods and services that enable an organisation to operate. There is at least one supply chain in every single industry, and in most, there are several supply chains that feed into one another. Some areas of expertise required to plan and maintain the balance between supply and demand are highly complex and are addressed on this edition of 360 Biz. Tonya Lamb, Sales and Marketing Manager for SAPICS as well as Kurt Parker, Strategic Procurement Manager at Growthpoint Properties join Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala for this discussion. Later on in the show Jacqui Mackway Wilson from Go Social SA stops by for a chat.
CliffCentral.com — Isn't it strange that around 15% of persons with disabilities who are working are self-employed versus the less than 10% of non-disabled people with their own businesses? More disabled people are beginning to follow suit, starting up their own businesses. As the continent, government and business community, we seek to affirm and give recognition to entrepreneurs with disabilities who have demonstrated excellence, innovation and triumph over adversities in their business enterprises. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala on this discussion is Linda Ka Nxumalo who’s a motivational speaker, Bernadette Rigney who's a former Government Transformation Officer, now a respected social entrepreneur, as well as Velile Maranisi who’s a centre manager for Cheshire and young image consultant, Phindile Makola.
CliffCentral.com — Now more than ever, responsibility for our planet and society or social clubs is an important theme in business. A social club may refer to a group of people or the place where they meet, generally formed around a common interest, occupation or activity (e.g. business, fishing, science, politics, or charity work). These clubs have activities that enable people from the community to take a deeper look at social impact issues, and gain first-hand experience in their preferred field. Most clubs try to keep costs down and to look for economic benefits in their area where they negotiate discounts for their members. To find out more about this unique business model, Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala are joined by Floyed Martin from Man of Vision Social Club and Musa from Gentleman's Club.
CliffCentral.com — The amended Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Codes of Good Practice have moved the goalposts for business and placed more emphasis on direct black ownership and control of companies. The value of these contributions may be measured against 25% of the value of a multinational’s South African operations, and in terms of the current codes it’s all or nothing. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala on the discussion is New Generation Mindset, Cores B-BBEE & Skills Development Solutions and Mr Chipepo Melu from Zambia.
CliffCentral.com — Jo'burg is the second largest city in Africa, with more than three million people. Jo'burg continually attracts the world’s innovators and job creators, who launch start-ups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare. The position of Jo'burg as a leading business destination improves business and economic activity for South Africa in hosting the world’s leading entrepreneurs and innovators. Business events that include meetings, exhibitions, incentives and conventions contribute to job creation, skills development, innovation, building the economy and Johannesburg’s gross domestic product. Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala are joined by a representative from Jo'burg Tourism to talk about the different opportunities they have under business tourism and what the city has to offer.
CliffCentral.com — Economic crime continues being an obstinate threat in 2016. It remains a serious challenge to business leaders, government officials and private individuals in South Africa. White-collar crime is costing businesses billions of Rands annually, with detection methods not keeping pace. Increasingly South Africans have lost confidence in law enforcement agencies. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala for this discussion is Trevor White from PwC to provide more insight into the matter.
CliffCentral.com — Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala celebrate #InternationalWomensDay and focus on empowerment and development with their guests Sthembile Ahadi Zond and Sibusiso Mfeka.
CliffCentral.com — What will you be leaving behind when you pass on? One must take responsibility to create a legacy that will help the next generation. That’s why Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala talk about the importance of legacy and honouring some of the legends in business that started a journey of entrepreneurship by innovating and inventing things that we can’t live without.
CliffCentral.com — Money money money! Are you struggling to get funding? Do you need to know how to draft a business plan? Join Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala as they speak to Zama Khanyile from the National Empowerment Fund and find out what type of funding the NEF offers.
CliffCentral.com — Cultivating entrepreneurship in the young is vital, as children are born imaginative, energetic, and willing to take risks, but without entrepreneurial education, the enterprising spirit of children dramatically declines over time and is almost non-existent by the time they graduate from high school. Joining Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala are young entrepreneurs (kids) who are doing amazing things with their lives and want to grow to run big businesses one day.
CliffCentral.com — The main aim of the South African textile and clothing industry is to use all the natural, human and technological resources at its disposal to make it the preferred international supplier of textiles and apparel. Although the industry is small, it is well placed to make this vision a reality. Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala talk to young people that are using textile to create street wear gear like Walk By Faith owned Bonga Sibisi and Kross Kulture owned by Thuto Masuku. They're also joined by textile expert Struan Foss and inspiring entrepreneur Puseletso Modimogale.
CliffCentral.com — Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala explore the issue of risk management. Most companies look at how they can better avoid risk, especially with new risks appearing in South Africa for the first time with cyber incidents, business interruption (BI) and changes in legislation and regulation. Joining them for this discussion is Nobuhle Nkosi and Tumi Ramonotsi.
CliffCentral.com — What inspires entrepreneurs to do the amazing and courageous things that they do? What things should we all be putting into place to ensure that we have a successful business year in 2016? To answer these questions and more just like them, Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala are joined by entrepreneur, Bulelani Tembe and business coach, Eric Mashale.
CliffCentral.com — Teboho Mafodi and Bulelani Balabala bring many viewpoints to the table on "all things business". Join them on this two hour special as they do a countdown of the top business stories of 2015.
CliffCentral.com — Teboho and Bulelani bring many viewpoints to the table on "all things business". Incorporating all stakeholders, from established business, to government, SMMEs, entrepreneurs, professionals and legislators. Together these sectors provide practical solutions for real challenges facing African businesses.
CliffCentral.com — Taking a look at township entrepreneurs that are doing innovative things, Teboho Mafodi and co-host Bulelani Balabala profile Brian Malatj from Dinoko Automation as well as Luyanda Mohlala and Lebogang Mehlomakhulu from CleanGrip, SA's first shoe laundry business. Also joining in on the conversation is Gcina, owner of Gcina's Lifestyle Restaurant.
#TEA has collaborated with CliffCentral in the development of township entrepreneurs. The show profiles township and startup business owners, looks into developmental training, and provides live pitching opportunities. This is not your run-of-the-mill business show, this is making a difference in the lives on entrepreneurs who are trying to make their dreams come true, and uplift their communities at the same time. www.cliffcentral.com
CliffCentral.com — #TEA has collaborated with CliffCentral in the development of township entrepreneurs. The show profiles township and startup business owners, looks into developmental training, and provides live pitching opportunities. This is not your run-of-the-mill business show, this is making a difference in the lives on entrepreneurs who are trying to make their dreams come true, and uplift their communities at the same time.