
5 tips for franchise agreement compliance
South Africa has some great homegrown franchises – Mugg and Bean, Steers, Debonairs and Nandos, to name a few. South Africa is also no stranger

South Africa has some great homegrown franchises – Mugg and Bean, Steers, Debonairs and Nandos, to name a few. South Africa is also no stranger

As the Franchise Association of South Africa, in association with Absa, embarks on a definitive industry survey after a break of the past four gruelling

The support provided to franchisees is one of the major advantages of owning a franchised business. Franchisors offer resources such as brand recognition, intellectual property,

Several franchises exist in SA to offer different ways to teach children maths – and claim to make owners good profits. Educational franchises have

Buying a franchise operation is a reasonably safe way to run your own business. This doesn’t mean you won’t face a raft of legalese

Franchising is a proven way for entrepreneurs to start a business while minimising some of the risks associated with starting from scratch. When you

• Buying a turn-key franchise operation is a relatively safe way to start a business in South Africa. • But it’s not cheap, nor

As the franchise sector suffers more debilitating losses as a result of the load-shedding crisis, The Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA) adds its voice

In 2011, the Consumer Protection Act, 68 of 2008 was introduced, granting prospective franchisees the right to contact existing franchisees or visit current outlets

Becoming a business coach in South Africa can be as easy as buying a coaching franchise. These franchises claim to assist business owners struggling with

Starting a franchise business is an excellent way to enter the market and become your own boss without the additional challenges of creating a business

Successful franchisors will testify that franchisees are the lifeblood of any thriving Franchise Network. So, what do these franchisors do differently to be successful?

Many franchise agreements include operational rights within an exclusive territory. But what happens if there’s territory overlap, or one franchisee encroaches on the territory of

Motorists spend R37 billion on car parts and services each year, much of which passes

Working capital is often neglected when potential franchisees are researching possible franchise opportunities and when franchisors present their franchise offering to potential franchisees. Simply

It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks involved in running a business. But how can you make sure you get the

Although franchisees are regarded as being in business for themselves, they are part of a broader network and have bought into and must abide by

A franchisor’s marketing fund is to fund national branding to get customers to Know, Like and Trust their brand, products, and services. The marketing fund

Managing your franchise’s cashflow as a business is a critical aspect of ensuring that your business becomes a success, especially in this current economic environment.

On the 1st and 15th of September, SA Franchise Brands will be partnering with boutique digital marketing agency, KlickSense, to host a virtual masterclass

Having your own business is a dream for many people and, increasingly, international interest in owning a business has been building as well. There are