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Closing The Green Gap

How African Businesses Can Embrace Sustainability for a Better Future In recent years, the need for sustainable business practices has become increasingly apparent through the introduction of “Closing The Green Gap”. As the world grapples with the realities of climate change and the impact it has on our planet, companies have come to realise that…

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Driving African Growth via Route-to-Market Strategies

The African continent has seen tremendous growth in recent years, this is partially led by the digital revolution and the adoption of new technologies driving African Growth. As the continent’s digital landscape evolves, so does the way that local and foreign companies do business in Africa. Route-to-market strategies are therefore becoming increasingly critical for companies…

Organic Farming In Africa

Organic farming is a sustainable agricultural practice that has gained popularity in Africa in recent years due to its benefits for farmers, consumers, and the environment. Organic farming reduces the use of synthetic chemicals and pesticides, promotes biodiversity and ecological sustainability, and enhances food security. However, there are several challenges that limit its adoption and expansion in Africa, including the lack of technical know-how, infrastructure and equipment, and competitiveness with conventional farming practices. Despite these challenges, there is a growing interest in sustainable agriculture and organic farming practices across the continent, providing opportunities for foreign investors in South Africa. The country has a favourable climate and soil conditions for organic farming and the government is actively promoting organic farming and providing support to farmers. Additionally, there are several stores in South Africa that sell organic farming products, including seeds, fertilisers, pesticides, and equipment.

Consulting Vouchers for Africa

Consulting Vouchers for Africa

The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection (BMWK) supports external consulting services for small and medium-sized companies in the commercial economy, including crafts, with “consulting vouchers for Africa” ​​in order to enable German companies to receive needs-based advice on their economic projects in Africa. For more information on this offering, visit the BAFA…

Staffing a South African Business

Staffing a South African Business

Outlining the law around staffing a South African Business South African labour law is regulated by legislation and the common law. The legislation seeks to give effect to the Constitutional right to fair labour practices and the right to take part in collective bargaining. The most important legislation outlining the law around staffing a South…

Business matchmaking and partner search

Leave business matchmaking & partner searches to the professionals

Enough with the blind business dates, InterGest South Africa offers professional business matchmaking & partner searches to foreign companies wanting to expand their activities into Africa. Why consider business matchmaking & partner searches Historically, business matchmaking and partner searches has proved to be a vital tool when it comes to expanding business activities into new…