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The Yoco team at the Happiness Factory.
durban

The Happiness Factory: 5 secrets to sweet success

26th November 2018

Muhammad started the Happiness Factory in 2010 and has grown strongly since. See his five tips for small business owners.

Geoff Noble of Colombo Coffee in Durban.
durban

5 pieces of advice from Colombo Coffee

12th November 2018

We caught up with Geoff Noble, owner of Colombo Coffee, to talk about his journey, coffee, culture and more. Check out his tips to help you.

The ladies of La Blosh Nail Boutique.
health and beauty

Taking La Blosh Nail Boutique to the next level

27th September 2018

La Blosh Nail Boutique is in a competitive industry. When Sharon Maruva wanted to take it to the next level she turned to Yoco Capital.

Lizwe Thabethe of Project Inflamed in Johannesburg.
fashion businesses

Project Inflamed lights up menswear

26th September 2018

Project Inflamed is the brainchild of Lizwe Thabethe. An exciting menswear label making moves in the Joburg fashion scene.

Natasha Napoli, the owner of Nourish'd Cafe in Cape Town.
cape town

How Natasha made Nourish’d Cafe and Juicery

3rd September 2018

See how Natasha went from working in her dad’s restaurant to making Nourish’d Cafe, and the winding path to Costa Rica and back in between.

Jennifer Cernades of Orejen in Johannesburg.
craft businesses

Orejen: Opening the door to business

3rd September 2018

Orejen began back in the 80s as a boutique homeware workshop, now it makes windows and doors for a niche market. See Jennifer’s journey below.

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Support Small: Yoco merchants selling fabric face masks

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When will my new small business need a business attorney?

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Behind the scenes of the first Yoco Pop Up Store in Soweto

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Where to find business advice, guidance and inspiration

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