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This Nando's CEO is now running schools. Here's why it makes sense.

Geoff Whyte, former Nando's chief, now leads ADvTECH. He argues that running large, branded service businesses teaches vital lessons applicable to education, despite its unique pressures.

By CIPRO July 19, 2026 5 min read

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R750 billion for SA manufacturing: Is it a promise, or a practical plan?

By CIPRO July 18, 2026 6 min read

The government wants R750bn in new factories. But turning paper plans into power lines, skilled labour, and functional ports requires real commitment.

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Tired of Home Affairs queues? Your bank now offers a faster way to get your Smart ID.

By CIPRO July 18, 2026 5 min read

Home Affairs is rolling out Smart ID services to hundreds more bank branches, offering entrepreneurs a practical new solution to reclaim valuable time and boost business momentum.

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Size doesn't matter: This small town built an R900M global export empire.

By CIPRO July 17, 2026 5 min read

Clanwilliam's R900 million Rooibos exports defy its small size. Their secret? Control of a unique product, a protected name, and an impeccable supply chain.

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Is South Africa losing its best tech talent, or are they just leveling up globally?

By CIPRO July 17, 2026 6 min read

Grant Fraser's move to an Australian CEO role has ignited a fierce debate. We explore both sides: is it a brain drain, or a sign of SA's global tech leadership?

Business Tips

Your WhatsApp inbox is busy, but are you actually making sales?

By CIPRO July 15, 2026 5 min read

A busy WhatsApp inbox can hide lost revenue. Businesses often fail to record customer details, needs, and follow-up dates, causing them to miss sales and treat repeat inquiries as new.

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Are you setting your sales team up for failure before they even start?

By CIPRO July 15, 2026 6 min read

Many founders hire sales staff too early, expecting them to build the entire sales machine from scratch. Learn why this approach wastes money and how to build a robust system first.

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This Nando's CEO is now running schools. Here's why it makes sense.

Geoff Whyte, former Nando's chief, now leads ADvTECH. He argues that running large, branded service businesses teaches vital lessons applicable to education, despite its unique pressures.

By CIPRO July 19, 2026 5 min read

This Nando's CEO is now running schools. Here's why it makes sense.

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R750 billion for SA manufacturing: Is it a promise, or a practical plan?

Tired of Home Affairs queues? Your bank now offers a faster way to get your Smart ID.

Size doesn't matter: This small town built an R900M global export empire.

Is South Africa losing its best tech talent, or are they just leveling up globally?

Your WhatsApp inbox is busy, but are you actually making sales?

Are you setting your sales team up for failure before they even start?

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This Nando's CEO is now running schools. Here's why it makes sense.