According to the latest survey from the Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA), 39% of franchisors have businesses in Africa, outside South African borders. This is equivalent to 1 775 stores in the SA franchise population. Most of these franchises are found in the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, eSwatini, Lesotho and with growth noted […]
05 August 2019: FNB has seen an increase in the number of entrepreneurs considering using micro loans as an alternative form of franchise funding – while qualifying for bank finance. Mornè Cronje, Head of Franchising at FNB Business says although micro loans may appear attractive at first glance, they do not provide entrepreneurs with a […]
Since the inception of SA Franchise Brands back in 2013, we have been agonisingly trying to find an appropriate slogan that not only describes the brand but more importantly does it justice. Some six years later and understanding our own brand better, we believe that we have found the slogan that meets and surpasses […]
Any growing business will face some major obstacles along the way and a franchise business is no different. Many franchise businesses experience a rapid initial period of growth – it could almost be described as a “honeymoon period” – when the concept is brand new and exciting, the franchisor is full of ideas and […]
Almost every entrepreneur – at some point in their journey – considers going into franchising as a guaranteed route to attaining business success. “Despite the sector having a higher success rate compared to its counterparts, franchising has its pros and cons and will not necessarily be suitable for every entrepreneur. Entrepreneurs who are considering or […]
Last month we posed the question, “Will Your Franchisor Grant You A Franchise Again?” looking at it from the franchisor’s perspective. This month we are putting the shoe on the other foot and asking the question, “Will Your Franchisees Invest In Your Brand Again?” looking at it from the franchisees’ perspective. Remember when you […]
Entrepreneurs venturing into new business opportunities continue being attracted to the tried and tested franchising concept, which can withstand the harshest economic circumstances. Andre Beck, Sector Head: Fast Food and Restaurants at FNB Business, says amongst all the franchise sectors, restaurants and fast foods continue to dominate market share due to increasing demand from consumers. […]
So you think you want to buy a franchise, but you’re not so sure it would be the right choice. After all, why should you spend a premium on a big name when you can just duplicate their efforts? Think again. There are a few good reasons why copycatting doesn‘t work, and in hard economic […]
Local entrepreneurs are behind some of the country’s most iconic franchise brands in the country. The good news is 92% of all franchise concepts in South Africa are home grown, this includes popular Portuguese restaurant Nandos, braaied meat fast-food restaurant, Chesanyama, and even the luxury spa shop Sorbet. Many brands have embraced the […]
Remember when you were granted your franchise by the franchisor, the excitement, the enthusiasm, so many ideas, the opportunity, being your own boss and probably many more positives. Unfortunately for many franchisees this honeymoon period ends and for some sooner than others. As a franchisee, you need to constantly be asking yourself: Do I consistently […]
