A strategic intervention in South Africa’s investment landscape confronts the hard truths of transformation, capability building, and patient capital

In mid-January 2026, twenty-four emerging investment professionals gathered at Mount Grace Hotel in Magaliesburg for the Black Investment Associate...

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The Spaza Shop Support Fund, supported by the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) and the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) and administered through the National Empowerment Fund (NEF) and partners, is designed to support township and rural community convenience shops, including spaza shops, with both financial and non‑financial assistance.

Mustered Seed Accountants is a professional accounting firm providing tailored services to both small and large businesses. The firm is 100% Black-owned and was established in 2015. Since its inception, Mustered Seed Accountants has been assisting SMEs, individuals, and organisations to simplify financial management and improve business performance.

Our Services Include:

Accounting

  • Financial statements
  • Budget preparation
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Financial projections

Taxation

  • Corporate income tax (ITR14)
  • VAT compliance
  • Tax directives
  • Employees’ taxes (PAYE)

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  • Consulting services
  • Verification support and

WesAnchor Holdings (Pty) Ltd is a South African private investment holding and business advisory company focused on supporting small businesses, startups, and emerging enterprises. The company provides structured business support, financial guidance, and strategic advisory services designed to improve sustainability, compliance, and growth. Through a disciplined, long-term approach, WesAnchor Holdings aims to anchor businesses with strong foundations while identifying high-potential ventures for investment and expansion.

The Western Cape Government’s Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT) has released the Research, Development and Innovation (R&D&I) Incentives Guide, a strategic resource designed to bolster the provincial economy. Published in September 2025, this comprehensive booklet serves as a...

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The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) is relaunching the Asset Assist Programme, which was previously implemented by the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (Sedfa).

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Payday Envelope is a South African fintech solution developed by Carpe Diem Group (Pty) Ltd that provides Earned Wage Access (EWA) — an innovative financial wellness tool that allows employees to access a portion of their already-earned wages before payday. The platform is designed to reduce financial stress, prevent debt reliance, and improve workplace productivity, especially in sectors with hourly, shift-based, or lower-income workforces such as security, retail, hospitality, cleaning services, and logistics.

The solution integrates seamlessly with employer payroll and time-and-attendance

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Kuya Capital, a founder-led venture partner based in the U.S., presents an exceptional growth opportunity for ambitious, revenue-generating startups across Africa, Latin America, and beyond. Through its innovative 2025 Kuya Grant program, Kuya Capital empowers startups to break into new markets and realize their international aspirations via a flexible dual funding model enabling founders to select either strategic equity investment or non-dilutive grant support.

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The FemFocus - Encouraging Women’s Entrepreneurship programme, funded by the Government of the Netherlands and administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is designed to accelerate women’s economic empowerment in selected African countries. Targeting civil society organizations (CSOs), FemFocus supports sustainable business growth through substantial financial grants and comprehensive capacity-building initiatives. The programme focuses on two strategic tracks:

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The Innovator Trust invites ICT SMMEs and tech entrepreneurs to an empowering webinar focused on developing essential business acumen and strategic skills for resilient, scalable, and sustainable enterprises. Attendees will learn from expert speakers about financial literacy...

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