How an Eastern Cape entrepreneur is ready to conquer the franchise frontier
XT Properties, the brainchild of Eastern Cape entrepreneur Xoliswa Tini, celebrates its 22nd anniversary with the announcement that it will franchise its real estate business, initially in the Eastern Cape and later expand to South Africa’s main metropolitan areas. …
SPOTLIGHT ON…Business to Business & Personal/Professional Services
The Business-to-Business Services Sector is a fast growing sector that provides services such as business coaches and brokers, accounting services, courier services, printing & signage, business &, recruitment services, financial services and travel services. Established in the main from the 1980’s to the 2000’s in response to a growing need to outsource specialized business services, this sector continues to see growth in recessionary times as businesses downsize and outsource and the nature of business changes as a result of the pandemic and the future in 4IR. …
Location Missteps: Costly errors in site selection
“You know there is a problem when the magician starts to believe his own bullshit.” People are behaving differently to a few years ago – from Pre-Covid to Post-Covid. Convenience is now at a premium; we see that in the rise of the convenience centres and the decline of the larger malls, especially in the Metros, targeting the upper middle- and higher-income groups. …
Chicken Bar the first start-up selected for female founder funding programme
Grindstone Ventures and the Mineworkers Investment Company (MIC) proudly announce that FASA member Chicken Bar, a boldly black female-owned grilled chicken brand, as the first start-up chosen for their bespoke female funding initiative launched in 2024. This programme is designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential, black female-founded businesses poised to disrupt their markets. …
Finding the perfect fit: Smart Strategies to Attract and Secure Quality Franchisees
“It’s always all about the people… Franchisees are the number one success factor in establishing and maintaining a profitable and sustainable franchise operation.” …
FASA celebrates World Franchise Day… and shines a spotlight on the future of Franchising in South Africa
“Franchising has emerged as a powerful engine of growth and economic development worldwide, and South Africa is no exception. In a country grappling with high unemployment, economic inequality, and the need for sustained entrepreneurial activity, franchising continues to offer a viable and sustainable business model.” …
Spotlight on… franchisees in the building, office & home services sector
The Building, Office & Home Services in franchising is one of the most popular sectors as it appeals to those entrepreneurs who like to be ‘hands-on’ – whether advising on plant & tool hire, installing kitchens and home furnishings or venturing into security or solar services. In FASA’s survey of the sector, franchisees in this sector were especially optimistic, at 98%, about the growth and success of their businesses. …
FASA and DSBD sign MOU for MSME franchising funding
The Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA), has, after extensive consultations, finally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) to create a conducive environment for small business development in the franchising arena. This initiative stands to benefit the industry by ensuring that potential and deserving franchisees are funded through a funding mechanism and structured support developed by government for business development. …
FASA joins the world in celebrating World Franchise Day on June 11th
This year’s World Franchise Day is on June 11, 2025 and FASA is proud to celebrate alongside other franchise associations around the world by putting the focus on the success story of franchising and hosting a celebratory event on the 11th June for its members, sponsored by Old Mutual. …
BODY20 launches BODY20 CARES in support of children battling cancer
South Africa’s award-winning tech-driven fitness franchise, Body20, is turning sweat into support with the launch of the 2025 Body20 Cares charity drive, in aid of childhood cancers and life-threatening blood disorders. …
Why being accredited by FASA matters
FASA’s primary role is to define the business of franchising and ensure that all parties adhere to the franchise business principles adopted and accepted internationally. With franchising universally accepted as one of the most successful business formats, FASA’s role is to continually promote the advantages of franchising both to business entrepreneurs, to prospective franchisees and to the public at large. …
Showcase your brand in the Sunday Times Franchising feature celebration of World Franchise Day
As a long standing member of the World Franchise Council, FASA gives a shout-out to all its members and to the general franchise community to join in celebrating World Franchise Day on the 11th June 2025. …
Spotlight on…automotive products and services
The franchised automotive aftermarket houses some of the most established franchisors in South Africa – some having been established in the 1950’s. It spans a wide array of products and services with many manufacturers securing distribution of their products through franchised fitment and/or retail facilities including auto mechanics, auto body repair, glass repair, battery and tyre replacement, cleaning and valet services and vehicle sales and maintenance. The recession of the past ten years has meant that this sector has done well as drivers are keeping their vehicles longer as people always need aftermarket products and services to keep their cars …
A strong support system is critical to franchisees success
To ensure a high level of commitment from franchisees, the franchisor has to ensure that they have a strong support system in place. This will strengthen the business for both the franchisee and the franchisor and ensures that all franchisees feel comfortable about all aspects of operating the business. The only successful franchisor is the one with successful franchisees. …
FASA Celebrates World Franchise Day – 11th June
In recognition of the profound impact of the franchise business model on global economies and entrepreneurship, the World Franchise Council (WFC) is pleased to announce the establishment of World Franchise Day. This day will be celebrated annually, starting on June 11, 2025, and subsequently observed the second Wednesday of June each year. …
Staying ahead of the game in the face of adversity
To be able to stay ahead of the game franchisors must strengthen their business systems and supply chains, restructure any areas that are dead-weight and then go out to market to highlight their strengths, elaborating on steps taken to mitigate the risks, introduce new strategies and publicise how franchisees were supported. In view of this, franchisors need to: …
Cash Converters Southern Africa: Building a legacy of Trust and Sustainable Growth
For just over three decades, Cash Converters Southern Africa has thrived in the regional market, growing from a single store to nearly 100 locations. This impressive growth is driven by more than just transactions—it’s rooted in the company’s steadfast commitment to core values: passion, professionalism, integrity, respect, and collaboration. By focusing on sustainable wealth creation for its franchisees and their families, Cash Converters Southern Africa provides a business venture built on trust and support. For prospective franchise owners, it represents an opportunity to join a community where business success and meaningful impact go hand-in-hand. …
What makes a franchise successful
Greg Nathan, Australian franchise Guru of Franchise Relationships Institute, who often presented at FASA’s conferences found that successful franchisees consistently do a number of things that can be grouped into four key areas. …
South African franchise industry – A safer way to get into business
James Noble, Sector Executive: Wholesale, Retail & Franchise at Absa Relationship Banking gives an overview from a banking perspective on the current franchise landscape. …
Messages from FASA’s Chairman 2025/2026
Ayabulela Njingolo – Accountant & Business Developer – OBC Group Franchising has long been recognized as a gateway to entrepreneurship, providing a unique opportunity for individuals from diverse backgrounds to venture into business ownership with a structured support system. In this day and age, where economic inclusion and transformation has become a mandate proposed by the South African government, franchising offers a proven model for success, enabling industry participants and interested investors to take their first steps with confidence and guidance, in becoming entrepreneurs. …
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