Category: FASA News

As the Franchise Association prepares to host the first virtual conference since the start of the pandemic on the 25th & 26th August, aimed at reviewing, resetting and reviving the franchise sector, the monthly networking events in July and August will invite some of the key speakers at the conference to give a taste of what they will be covering at the conference. Our next virtual networking event – to be held on Friday 9th July – will have some of franchising’s stalwarts and experts give a heads-up on what they will be presenting at the conference and tell us …

A few months ago, my family and I took some time off and visited a small coastal holiday town during one of South Africa’s off-seasons. This is usually a terrific time for a well-deserved break as you don’t have to fight off the crowded beachgoers and the battle for a perfect parking spot. Why not? The weather is great, accommodation options are aplenty and lower rates are guaranteed. It makes perfect sense to me… Willem HaarhoffWillem loves his family, interacting with people and doing beautiful digital business. He believes that things should be simple and straightforward and therefore he likes …

Franchising has come to a crossroad as it looks back at the last year of upheaval and prepares for future recovery. The board of the Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA) is calling on its members, its stakeholders and the public to join them in this key conference that will serve to review and reboot the sector. The team of directors who make up the FASA executive, under the chairmanship of Pertunia Sibanyoni, CEO of InspectaCar invite all those in the franchising space to join them on the 25th and 26th August for this crucial virtual conference. FASA Franchise Association …

As the leading franchise association on the African continent, the Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA) and Absa is staging its virtual recovery business network and educational conference for franchise owners, franchisees, start-ups, entrepreneurs, potential franchises and the public. Assisting with international speakers and mediating will be Elana Koral of Franchise Coaches and Sean Goldsmith of Groe Global. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising across all sectors in South Africa with specific focus on transformation. www.fasa.co.za …

South African businessman Raymond Ackerman  celebrated his 90th birthday on 10 March is held in high esteem by FASA and the franchise community as, as far back as 1993, when he set up its first Pick n Pay franchise in Westville, he has been an avid supporter of entrepreneurship and the franchise business format. What he proved was that a retailer in the supermarket sector can franchise successfully and that a large corporation can be an outstanding franchisor. Above all, helped keep franchising’s strong entrepreneurial spirit alive, afforded hundreds of people the opportunity to own their own stores, who in …

“The economy recovery plan recommends support for small and medium-sized enterprises, co-operatives and start-ups to facilitate inclusive growth. A more competitive economy will enable higher growth and job creation while providing consumers with lower prices and more product choice.” …

A vacancy exists for an Executive Director at the Franchise Association of South Africa(FASA). This position reports to the FASA Board. If you possess the required skills, experience and are interested in joining a dynamic organisation committed to promoting ethical franchising in South Africa, we invite you to apply. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising across all sectors in South Africa with specific focus on transformation. www.fasa.co.za …

The Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013(POPI) requires all businesses which process personal information of both natural persons and juristic persons to comply with its provisions by the 1st of July 2021. There are severe for non-compliance, such as a fine of between R1 million and R10 million or imprisonment of one to ten years. POPI also makes provision for the payment of compensation to consumers who suffered damages in consequence of a party’s non-compliance with POPI. …

The Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA) adds its voice of support to the Restaurant Association of South Africa (RASA) and the Federated Hospitality Association (FEDHASA) in their objections over the new rules by the newly formed Bargaining Council for the restaurant industry and in the continued banning of liquor sales which is crippling the sector – and calls for collective action. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising across all sectors in South Africa with specific focus on transformation. www.fasa.co.za …

The franchise sector, at the end of 2019, was holding its own in what was a trying economic environment. According to FASA’s 2019 Franchise Survey, sponsored by Sanlam, the franchise sector contributed an estimated turnover of R734 billion, equivalent to 13,9% to the country’s GDP through its over 800 franchise systems, close to 48 000 franchised outlets and a workforce close to half a million. The entire world seems to have been turned on its axis as many industries are now forced into unfamiliar territory and left to either fight or flight in this seemingly post-apocalyptic era. What the pandemic …

FASA will, during the course of the year, put the spotlight on some of its new members that have joined the Association, committing to running ethical businesses and offering viable business opportunities. Just Build, in 2020 marked 71 years of their unique way of doing business which includes living by the Just Build Values and Code of Conduct as well as their prescribed guidelines in Governance, Frameworks and Processes. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising across all sectors in South Africa with specific focus on transformation. www.fasa.co.za …

The time is NOW to Regroup… Reset … and change the Future of franchising. There are many who say that the world pre-Covid was out of control – what with political radicalism, over-consumption and the destruction of our environment – and that would be our undoing. We had come to a stage where we needed to reset the button and start anew. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising across all sectors in South Africa with specific focus on transformation. www.fasa.co.za …

Under the leadership of CEO Esna Colyn, the Imbalie Beauty group has sought to empower beauty therapists with ongoing skills training at its nationwide network of Placecol, Dream Nails and Perfect 10 salons. With the recent launch of its Customer Solutions Division in August, the group aims to reinforce a message of empowerment by taking its new vision to the wider community, in particular to women who have a passion for beauty and wellness, and to individual therapists and salon owners within the group. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising across all sectors in …

The franchise sector, at the end of 2019, was holding its own in what was a trying economic environment. According to FASA’s 2019 Franchise Survey, sponsored by Sanlam, the franchise sector contributed an estimated turnover of R734 billion, equivalent to 13,9% to the country’s GDP through its over 800 franchise systems, close to 48 000 franchised outlets and a workforce close to half a million. The entire world seems to have been turned on its axis since then as many industries are now forced into unfamiliar territory and left to either fight or flight in this seemingly post-apocalyptic era. What …