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CIPC Registration Explained: Company vs Sole Proprietor in South Africa

Sole proprietor or private company? What each means for liability, tax and funding, what CIPC registration costs, and how to register on BizPortal.

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Government Small Business Funding in South Africa: SEDFA, NEF, IDC, DSBD and More

SEDFA, the NEF, the IDC and DSBD programmes all fund small businesses, but mostly through loans with clear criteria. Here is who each one suits and how to get ready.

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How to Start a Business in South Africa: The 2026 Step-by-Step Guide

Registering a company in South Africa now takes a day and costs under R200. Here is the order to do everything in, from testing your idea to SARS, VAT and your first plan.

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