NSBC Africa

17/06/2026

In this powerful webinar, Graeme Millar, Managing Director of SevenC and ultra-distance endurance athlete, unpacks the striking parallels between endurance sport and building a sustainable business in South Africa. From discipline and resilience to consistency, navigating setbacks, and knowing when to scale, Graeme shares practical insights that every entrepreneur can apply to grow stronger, smarter, and more sustainably in today’s demanding business landscape. If you’re serious about long-term business success, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

11/06/2026

Are we failing SMMEs or just failing to see them?

South Africa’s SMMEs are a major economic engine. But access to finance is still not working at scale.
• There’s an estimated *R350 billion financing gap, driven largely by limited credit history and formal data.
• And in one estimate, **730,000 businesses were locked out of formal funding because they lacked proper financial records.

That’s the blind spot:
Funding decisions run on confidence. Confidence runs on visibility.
In Episode 2 of Conversations That Matter, we unpack what needs to change across data, trust, and funder readiness so viable businesses can move from “unseen” to “investment ready”.

Watch the full episode now and join the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRu7KbLPlaM

Do you think access is the problem, or is it visibility?


* South Africa's SMEs face funding challenges despite renewed investor confidence
**Funding gap threatens 40% of South Africa’s GDP

05/06/2026

Meet this week’s Small Business Friday Featured Business – ChilliPix

ChilliPix is a dynamic, all-in-one multimedia company delivering high-end photography, video, live streaming, branding, and print solutions to businesses across South Africa. Built on a vision to offer a complete visual service under one roof, the company has grown into a trusted creative partner for both corporate and community-driven projects.

The story of ChilliPix is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless determination. Founded in 2008 by Eugene Nagel at just 22 years old, the business began as a small photography venture with limited resources and no formal tertiary education behind it. Early on, the journey was marked by financial strain and the steep learning curve of running a business. Despite these challenges, Eugene pushed forward, reaching his first million in turnover by the age of 24—an early sign of the potential that lay ahead.

Read the inspiring story here: https://www.thesmallbusinesssite.co.za/turning-challenges-into-opportunities-the-chillipix-story/

05/06/2026

At the NSBC we partner with leading local & global brands that share a passion for seeing small businesses all over our country grow & thrive. One such partner is Rennies BCD Travel.

Rennies BCD Travel is Africa's leading corporate and online travel management company. Find out how they can help with your business travel here: https://www.renniesbcdtravelsa.com/

03/06/2026

Are we failing SMMEs or just failing to see them?

South Africa’s SMMEs are a major economic engine. But access to finance is still not working at scale.

There’s an estimated R350 billion financing gap*, driven largely by limited credit history and formal data. And in one estimate, 730,000** businesses were locked out of formal funding because they lacked proper financial records.

That’s the blind spot: Funding decisions run on confidence. Confidence runs on visibility.

In Episode 2 of Conversations That Matter, we unpack what needs to change across data, trust, and funder readiness so viable businesses can move from “unseen” to “investment ready”.

Watch the full episode now and join the conversation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRu7KbLPlaM

Do you think access is the problem, or is it visibility?



* South Africa's SMEs face funding challenges despite renewed investor confidence
https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/funding-gap-threatens-40-of-south-africas-gdp-123126a
**Funding gap threatens 40% of South Africa’s GDP
https://thestar.co.za/business-report/entrepreneurs/2026-01-23-south-africas-smes-face-funding-challenges-despite-renewed-investor-confidence/ fans

01/06/2026

25/05/2026

At the NSBC we partner with leading local & global brands that share a passion for seeing small businesses all over our country grow & thrive. One such partner is SevenC.

Discover all-in-one outsource IT solutions tailored for your business: https://sevenc.co.za/

22/05/2026

Meet this week’s Featured Business – Tiffany Markman Copywriting & Training.

For over two decades, Tiffany Markman Writing, Training & Speaking has been reshaping how professionals and organisations communicate. Founded and led by Tiffany Markman, the business stands as a testament to the power of clear, purposeful language in driving growth and connection.

What began as a copywriting service has evolved into a multifaceted business that blends writing, training and speaking into a single, impactful offering. Tiffany’s philosophy is simple but powerful: communication is not a luxury, it is mission-critical.

Find out more about her incredible journey here: https://www.thesmallbusinesssite.co.za/tiffany-markman-where-words-work-hard-20-years-of-turning-talk-into-triumph/

Meet this week’s Small Business Friday Featured Business – Tiffany Markman Writing, Training & Speaking For over two decades, Tiffany Markman Writing,

21/05/2026

At the NSBC we partner with leading local & global brands that share a passion for seeing small businesses all over our country grow & thrive. One such partner is Courierit, a division of RTT Group Pty Ltd.

Discover what CourierIT can do for your business here: https://www.courierit.co.za/

20/05/2026

UPCOMING PARTNER WEBINAR

Fetola is hosting a "How to grow your hospitality business" Webinar

Running a small hospitality business can feel overwhelming, especially when bookings are inconsistent, and it’s not always clear what to do next. Many entrepreneurs are working hard but still struggling to attract customers or grow their income.

This practical webinar is designed to help hospitality business owners understand what’s holding their business back and what simple steps can help them move forward with confidence.

Register here:
https://fetola.co.za/fetola_events/how-to-grow-your-hospitality-business/