Discover how South African SMEs are navigating the challenges posed by COVID-19, economic fluctuations, political factors, service delivery issues, and natural disasters. 
Explore the opportunities emerging from these impactors as entrepreneurs strive to build resilience and drive growth. 
Gain in-depth insights into opportunities, strategies and success stories that are shaping the future of SMEs in South Africa.

Discover the innovative SnapStore Pro, a cutting-edge payments device developed through the collaboration of Standard Bank and SnapScan. Designed specifically for small businesses, this advanced solution allows you to accept all payment types in a single, convenient platform. Say goodbye to limitations and welcome a seamless payment experience that goes beyond cash. With SnapStore Pro, you'll receive instant notifications for every transaction and effortlessly reconcile payments across various channels. Unlock new levels of efficiency and control by accessing online portals that provide comprehensive transaction insights. Embrace the future of payments with SnapStore Pro, the ultimate tool for empowering your business.

Discover the power of "Partnering for Growth" as one of the most efficient strategies for entrepreneurs to succeed in business. Join us in this episode as we sit down with Andre Beck, Head of Franchising at Standard Bank, and explore the world of strategic growth partnering in South Africa's vibrant franchising sector.

Our Head of Commercial Insurance at Standard Bank, Dini Nondumo, joined Metro FM's DJ Sabby to chat about innovative solutions that Entrepreneurs can adapt to safeguard their side-hustles amid economic uncertainty with customizable and Flexible Business Insurance.

How far would you go to explore your unique gift? @Spokenpriestess sits down with the talented @thamiMAJELA, the fearless @Muneyi_ and the gifted @CaraLStacey in our latest #TimelessMomentsPodcast interview to find out. Listen here. #ItCanBe

Most SME size businesses accept cash which is fine but that limits you to the cash that is in the customers pocket. As a business you need to put yourself in a position to have access to the money in a customers account and not their pocket. Therefore, its best to get yourself a merchant device or otherwise known as card machine. One that will suit your business.

Step into our exclusive segment on Metro FM, where we explore the realm of cutting-edge business solutions. On this remarkable episode, we had the honor of conversing with Darren Segal, Head of Standard Bank’s Moonshot talking about BizFlex—a groundbreaking innovation that empowers enterprises to attain essential working capital, propelling their expansion with unparalleled flexibility in repayment. Embark on this captivating journey with us as we unveil the intricacies of this exceptional lending solution and witness how it's reshaping the landscape for entrepreneurial success.

In commemoration of Freedom Month, we recognise freedom of cultural and artistic expression. We recently joined the global celebration through our Twitter Spaces conversation on Freedom of Artistic Expression. Hosted by award-winning media practitioner, Asanda Sizani, the discussion featured a diverse group of SBYA talent that includes; musician Nthato 'Spoek Mathambo' Mokgata, visual artist Blessing Ngobeni, dancer Kristi-Leigh Gresse and the remarkable Theatre Duo, Mahlatsi Mokgonyana and Billy Langa.

Take a listen to this engaging exchange and look out for more!

Welcome to the #TimelessMomentsPodcast hosted by Spokenpriestess, with special guests, visual artist Buhlebezwe Siwani and curator, Dr Same Mdluli talking us through the #IYEZA exhibition.

As part of our 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children, we interrogated the link between financial stability and gender-based violence. CEO of The NGO Whisperer Dr Carolyne Opinde and Operations Manager of Frida Hartley Shelter for Destitute Women and Children Cheryl Hlabane take us through the connection between these 2 things, as well as the nuances we need to consider in our efforts to combat gender-based violence in our society.​

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DISCLAIMER: The views in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the official views of Standard Bank.