A spirit of purpose-driven innovation filled the Edge Growth offices in Hyde Park last week, as Bank of America and Edge Growth hosted the highly anticipated Fintech and Climate Accelerator Showcase Breakfast. 10 Jul 2025 Read more Edge Growth, a specialist in small business development, has been named Impact Intermediary of the Year at the 2025 Africa Impact Investment Awards. These awards, sponsored by FirstRand and held last week in Ghana, recognise success in the rapidly growing impact investing industry and celebrate outstanding achievements and contributions that drive positive social and environmental change while creating value for investors in Africa. 7 Jul 2025 Read more Small business development specialist, Edge Growth, hosted their first ever Investee Day on 4 June in Johannesburg. Invitations were extended to small businesses that have been part of the Edge Growth ecosystem and investment portfolio through various funding and mentorship platforms, with guests having the opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry experts on the essential strategies for scaling a business. 19 Jun 2025 Read more Small business development specialist, Edge Growth, has this month celebrated another successful exit from the Action ESD Fund, reinforcing its commitment to empowering high-potential, black-owned businesses. 13 Jun 2025 Read more From its humble origins as a small, family-run guesthouse, Tshiberry Bed & Breakfast has emerged as a leading example of small business transformation, driven by vision, resilience, and targeted enterprise development support. 13 Jun 2025 Read more Scaling your business shouldn't feel like chaos. If you’re stuck in the whirlwind of daily fires, team issues, and missed opportunities, it’s time for a new path. 20 May 2025 Read more Expanding export opportunities with the help of industry experts can unlock significant growth potential for SMEs in the export sector. Programmes that assist these businesses in overcoming challenges and realising their full potential have a powerful impact. 29 Apr 2025 Read more There is no question about the crucial role that SMEs play in the South African economy. SMEs that offer products or services directly to other businesses (B2B enterprises) further strengthen the business ecosystem, drive innovation, and contribute significantly to job creation and regional development. 25 Apr 2025 Read more Nandu Training and Logistics, founded in 2020 by industry veteran Daniel Maswangane, provides tailored supply chain solutions to Afrox, a leading industrial gas supplier. After dedicating 20 years as a driver, Maswangane seized the opportunity to launch his own business and become a key supplier to Afrox. 23 Apr 2025 Read more Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for mentorship and community development? Edge Growth invites you to join our Business Support Programme and help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) thrive! 10 Apr 2025 Read more Supporting and developing black-owned Independent Financial Advisors (IFAs) has been an important focus for the ASISA Enterprise and Supplier Development Initiative.
The most recent IFA Practice Development Programme recently came to a very fitting conclusion at a close-out event where 26 IFAs from across six South African provinces graduated. 28 Mar 2025 Read more Trade Shield, a tech-based business offering end-to-end credit risk management solutions, has secured R15m in funding from FNB’s Vumela Enterprise Development Fund, in partnership with Edge Growth. The funding will be used to unlock growth opportunities in South Africa and globally. Since its launch in 2023, Trade Shield has demonstrated impressive growth, strong market demand, and the potential to scale as a SaaS-based business. 24 Mar 2025 Read more Modwal Trading, a full-service mining, construction, transportation and logistics company based in the Northwest, has been selected for funding from small business development specialist Edge Growth. 17 Mar 2025 Read more According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global electric vehicle (EV) stock surpassed 16 million vehicles in 2022, marking a 60% increase from the previous year, with another 35% increase in 2023 and 25% in 2024. The growth of EVs is also gaining momentum in South Africa, as the country shifts toward more sustainable transportation solutions. EVs form part of the broader category of new energy vehicles (NEVs), which also include hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) reports that 2023 was a record year for NEV sales in South Africa, with significant growth continuing into 2024. In the third quarter of 2024, NEV sales increased by 88% compared to the same period in 2023. 10 Feb 2025 Read more In South Africa, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) comprise 91% of formalised businesses, provide approximately 60% of employment and contribute as much as 34% to the GDP. 24 Jan 2025 Read more In South Africa, small to medium enterprises comprise an estimated 20% of gross domestic product and employ approximately 47% of the workforce. These businesses are the doorway to economic prosperity, employment, thriving communities and alleviating poverty. 29 Nov 2024 Read more “There is a problem with ESD programmes in South Africa. We are finding out the nature of the problem and what can do about it.” – Professor Kerrin Myres 31 Oct 2024 Read more Set amongst the scenic foothills of Tshufi Mountain, TshiBerry Boutique B&B in Phokeng, Rustenburg prides itself on warmth, generosity and hospitality. With its village-style setting and five-star rating, the bed and breakfast has 18 rooms as well as a bar, gym, spa and conferencing facilities. 22 Oct 2024 Read more From working in finance at a fishing operation based in Hermanus, to running his own accountancy practice, this is the SME success story of David Cupido, and his company, DC Accounting. 26 Sep 2024 Read more Applications are open for the 2024 FNB Xero Accounting Programme. 10 Sep 2024 Read more The 2nd edition of Africa's Green Economy Summit took place recently, a platform which saw the continent’s major sustainability thought leaders explore the green investments potential and instruments to mobilise funding in combatting climate change and fostering a more sustainable and inclusive future. Small business development specialist, Edge Growth, participated at the summit for the first time, and sponsored one of the pitching sessions which covered key themes of recycling and waste management businesses, green hydrogen initiatives, and e-mobility operations. 28 Mar 2024 Read more Recent Africa Mining Indaba highlights need for investing in SME growth within mining sector 26 Feb 2024 Read more It has been mentioned often that small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) are the single most powerful source of job creation and upliftment, especially here in South Africa where high unemployment is such a stark reality. It just makes so much sense to grow a more robust SME sector in South Africa, bringing with it a myriad of benefits for our people and our economy. Sadly, without considerable support, most small businesses fail within the first two years. 22 Feb 2024 Read more Susan Moloisane joined the Edge Growth Solutions business unit as chief executive on 1 September this year. In the past three months, she has shown herself to be the ideal fit for Edge Growth, given her extensive experience in strategy, organisational development, and data, underpinned by her genuine passion for the SME development space. 11 Dec 2023 Read more Small business development specialist, Edge Growth, has released an inaugural Impact Report to provide partners and stakeholders with a detailed analysis of the positive social and economic upliftment made through their efforts to facilitate and enhance job creation. 5 Dec 2023 Read more Capital injection to lead to highly anticipated expansion of SA's first pure play subscription model for digital goods and appliances. 21 Sep 2023 Read more Qualifying SMEs urged to apply for Quest Ultra Challenge. 14 Sep 2023 Read more As the new chief executive of Edge Growth's Ventures business, Janice Johnston is passionate about developing and cultivating SMEs. This Women's Month, she highlights the need to support and uplift women entrepreneurs in South Africa. 18 Aug 2023 Read more There is no shortage of investors with a strong desire to invest in innovative products and services - the challenge is finding and partnering with businesses that are investor ready. 2 Aug 2023 Read more Leading South African SME development specialist and impact investor, Edge Growth, has announced Janice Johnston as the new chief executive of its Ventures business. 18 Jul 2023 Read more Oakantswe Construction and Projects, a 100% Black female owned and managed electrical contracting firm, has secured funding from The Abadali Equity Equivalent Investment Programme (EEIP), which is administered by Edge Growth. 5 May 2023 Read more Shrivar Mohan has been appointed as the new chief investment officer for Edge Growth's ventures business unit. Edge Growth is a leading South African SME development specialist and impact investor that unlocks growth constraints for progressive entrepreneurs by facilitating access to funding, access to markets and small business development programmes. 24 Apr 2023 Read more SMEs need support to grow and create measurable and meaningful impact. According to Statistics South Africa, the official unemployment rate released this week has eased marginally to 32.7%. While this is fairly positive news, the fact that over 700,000 graduates and young people are applying for social development grants has once again highlighted the need to support and develop South Africa's SMEs. 31 Mar 2023 Read more Locally owned township businesses creating meaningful impact in communities. 4 Oct 2022 Read more The FNB Xero Programme for Accounting Practices returns to help 15 #entrepreneurs propel their businesses to the next level! 21 Sep 2022 Read more The Vumela Fund, established by FNB Business and Edge Growth, today announced a new investment in TSK Interiors, one of South Africa's leading black-owned commercial interior fitout and construction companies. 25 Aug 2022 Read more Partnering to transform the supply chain of SA's landmark brewery 17 Dec 2021 Read more The Vumela Fund, established by FNB Business and Edge Growth, has announced a new investment in Kusini Water, a cleantech enterprise that provides clean drinking water to local communities and corporates by manufacturing mobile, solar-powered water purification systems made from locally sourced macadamia nut shells and nanotechnology. 2 Dec 2021 Read more Investment into DKN unlocks opportunities within hard hit transport and logistics sector 23 Nov 2021 Read more Qualifying small businesses urged to apply! 30 Aug 2021 Read more Boost for local champion bringing innovative, local and trusted battery storage solutions for African energy needs 3 Aug 2021 Read more Vumela announces an exciting investment in healthcare 27 May 2021 Read more The Vumela Fund announces an investment in innovative food technology 5 May 2021 Read more Credit-focused fintech helps drive better business decisions 23 Feb 2021 Read more CCBSA SME Fund backs laboratory supplies company 3 Dec 2020 Read more Vumela Fund announces Letsema investment 6 Nov 2020 Read more Massive Quantum set to expand from 2020 29 Jul 2020 Read more Animation and gaming company partners with Edge Growth and FirstRand's Vumela Fund to unlock digital solutions 15 Jul 2020 Read more Edge Growth is pleased to announce that the Edge Action Fund has awarded a debt loan investment to Engen Belfast, a wholly black-women-owned company that is bringing jobs and income to Belfast, a small town in Mpumalanga. 3 Jun 2020 Read more SA EduTech company makes online learning possible for rural students 22 May 2020 Read more The Edge Growth-managed Vumela Fund recently invested a R25-million funding line in ProfitShare Partners, a fintech business that provides short-term capital solutions, to specifically help SMEs who supply and deliver essentials in the fight against Covid-19. 11 May 2020 Read more The impact of Covid-19 on your business needs no introduction to you. Suffice it to say 75% of SMEs expect to lose 30% of revenue over the next three to six months, and 30% are at risk of running out of cash within three months. 31 Mar 2020 Read more Covid-19 is causing widespread devastation to small businesses 30 Mar 2020 Read more The Vumela Fund, managed by Edge Growth Ventures, is proud to announce that it will be forwarding a R25m capital line to ProfitShare Partners (PSP). 5 Nov 2019 Read more Recruiting more quality staff faster and more affordably using mobile technology 20 Apr 2018 Read more ProfitShare Partners can enable corporates to maximise their social impact with its collaborative partner, Edge Growth. The companies recently signed an agreement that has released a R10m funding line for ProfitShare Partners to finance deals with SMEs who are aligned with the fund's corporate transformation objectives. 28 Feb 2018 Read more As a long-standing leader in the field of Enterprise and Supplier Development, Edge Growth has always been driven by a mandate to comply to both the letter and the spirit of transformation in South Africa. "For years, we have worked determinedly to match large enterprises with growing SMEs in mutually beneficial relationships that create jobs and fight poverty," says Edge Growth Managing Director, Dan Hatfield. It should come as no surprise that African Rainbow Capital's investment in Edge Growth would also be the catalyst of an exciting new phase of growth in our organisation. 13 Jul 2017 Read more Growth in the SMME sector is possible when industry game changers partner to drive solutions with measurable impact. Edge Growth is a dynamic, long-term impact investing company that provides holistic solutions that caters for the needs of corporates and entrepreneurs. ProfitShare Partners is an innovative funding solutions company that partners with SMMEs to deliver on their purchase orders or contracts. Both driven by their vision to bridge the gap in the market, this strategic partnership is set to empower SMMEs to become sustainable by focussing on solutions that address the intricate challenges that they face. 29 Jun 2017 Read more With the volatility of the global economy and the increasing social sensibility of shareholder communities, smart fund managers have started to consider including a clear component of shared value within their asset portfolios. This is driving significant interest in Impact Investing with the term having gained further momentum since the Global Impact Investing Network ("GIIN") was conceived in October 2007. 24 May 2017 Read more Vumela, a fund managed by FNB and Edge Growth, is proud to announce a R16m equity investment in Mobenzi, a mobile first technology company enabling greater efficiency in deploying donor funding to global social impact programmes. 2 May 2017 Read more Vumela, a fund managed by FNB and Edge Growth, is proud to announce a R15m debt investment in Nova Pioneer, an independent school network offering excellent enquiry-based education. 2 May 2017 Read more |
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