Category: Events, Seminars & Workshops

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. 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 Services Seta, in association with FASA are pleased to announce an upcoming workshop dedicated to the Advanced Occupational Certificate: Franchise Manager, SAQA ID 121690. 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 …

As one of the highlights of the FASA calendar, the FASA Golf Day will take place on Friday 4th October on the popular Firethorn Course at the 83-year old Randburg Golf Course which offers world-class 18-hole golf courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and an array of leisure activities. 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 …

Franchising in South Africa has evolved into an ideal avenue for both entrepreneurs seeking investment opportunities and financing institutions seeking viable ventures. In a climate where traditional employment avenues are limited, the allure of entrepreneurship through franchising is powerful. Despite the challenges in securing traditional jobs, entrepreneurship presents limitless possibilities. With its proven business model and built-in support structure, franchising emerges as a compelling solution. As people actively seek avenues for financial independence and business ownership, events like the International Franchise Expo (IFE) become pivotal for franchisors to engage with a receptive and eager audience ready to invest and grow.  …

The International Franchise Expo (IFE) is set to host a significant event at the Gallagher Convention Centre from July 20th to 21st, 2024. Exhibitors and visitors alike are poised to navigate the expansive terrain of Franchising and discover avenues for unprecedented business growth. Fred Makgato, CEO of the Franchise Association of South Africa, underscores the significance of this opportunity, asserting, “Whether you represent an established business, a start-up, or an emerging enterprise, seizing this chance is crucial. It provides a platform to showcase your offerings and guide others in forging their financial security by becoming part of the franchise community.” …

South Africa proudly carries the torch for franchising in Africa through the Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA) the longest-standing internationally recognised franchise association on the continent. Save the Date: July 20 – 21, 2024 Venue: Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa Why Franchising Matters In an era of global economic challenges, franchising stands out as a beacon of hope and growth. Its enduring track record of long-term sustainability and a promising future is a testament to its resilience. Over the last six decades, franchising has become a substantial driver of South Africa’s GDP, constituting an impressive 15% through a …

Step into the world of franchising at the International Franchise Expo (IFE), hosted at the Gallagher Convention Centre from July 20th to 21st, 2024. Whether you’re an experienced entrepreneur, or you’re new to the franchise market, the International Franchise Expo will help you explore the benefits of owning your own business franchise. 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 …

Greg Nathan’s Best-selling book,  The Franchisor’s Guide to Improving Field Visits, includes a 6-step process for structuring visits with franchisees. Anyone who conducts coaching or business improvement meetings will find this book useful. One of the steps, Nitty-Gritty, is where meaningful conversations should take place. Here are 10 tips to improve the effectiveness of these conversations. Greg NathanNo-one understands what it takes to succeed in franchising like Greg Nathan. Greg has been a business psychologist for 40 years and is Founder of the highly respected Franchise Relationships Institute. His unique insights into how franchisees and franchisors can maximize their successes comes from his …

“Be wise enough to learn from the past, shrewd enough to capitalize on the present, and clever enough to prepare for the future.” In FASA’s almost 45 year history, the concern of the board made up of franchisors that have the best interests of the sector at heart, has been to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit that is at the heart of every franchisor and franchisee and to ensure that this phenomenal business system continues to enrich whilst contributing to job creation and to the economy of South Africa. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising …

It’s a FASA tradition to mark the start of Spring when FASA’s members of franchisors, their franchisees and suppliers and service providers get together on the golf course – some to play serious golf, others to play bad golf but all there to enjoy the spring sunshine and network. And that is exactly what the 29 fore-ball teams did on Friday 22nd September. 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 full day conference programme will cover a range of important issues relevant to franchising – with the two key focuses being the results of the franchisor survey and by extension engaging with the Minister of Small Business Development on the strength of the franchise sector and what we need government to do to allow small business to recover and thrive. Book now to hear the following speakers cover key issues. 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 …

There is a lot to celebrate come Thursday the 26th October when the Franchise Association of South Africa holds its Franchise Conference. For the first time in four years, we will have a clear analysis of how the sector performed in terms of GDP, business establishment, creation of employment and the identification of key franchise practices. Armed with these valuable insights, the Conference, which is sponsored by the W&RSETA and Absa, will be a forum to debate the outcomes, and, as the Minister of the Departmernt of Small Business Development, Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams will be a key-note speaker, we will be …

After the past few gruelling years of pandemic, political instability and economic hardship, the future of business in South Africa hangs in the balance. But there are green shoots of encouragement and hope and we look forward to hosting the FASA Franchise Conference on the 26th October at the Protea Balalaika Hotel in Sandton where we will present the results of our franchise survey and also engage with government and other stakeholders on what needs to be done. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising across all sectors in South Africa with specific focus on …

FASA marked mid-year with a Franchising Feature Magazine in the Sunday Times that went out in print format to its subscriber list and as an online version on its online platforms. Take a look at the online magazine here… Thanks to those franchisors that supported the feature which gave a very positive overview of how franchise companies are holding their own in trying circumstances and taking the road to recovery. As outlined in our latest newsletter and in keeping with that ‘road to recovery’ theme, FASA has a jam-packed second half of the year planned with launches and events so, …

Book now to attend FASA’s 2023 Franchise Conference – Thursday 26th October 2023 – Protea Hotel, Balalaika, Sandton FASA has a long tradition of holding industry conferences for its members and the broader franchise community that dates back to the early 1980’s, with speakers brought from across the world to present on the success of franchising in their countries. Locally, FASA was already identifying and promoting what was then called affirmative action principles into every facet of franchising. Key black business people such as Maria Maponya and Herman Mashaba were invited to speak at their conferences of their success as …

As a bank that recognises the value and importance of the franchising sector for South Africa’s economic future, Nedbank is committed to supporting franchisees and franchisors, and to that end hosted FASA and its members at a breakfast that focused on the economy and what the future holds. Welcoming attendees, Alan Shannon, Executive: Small Business Services & Private Clients, recognised the value and importance of the franchising sector for South Africa’s economic future and reaffirmed Nedbank’s franchising commitment to supporting franchisors and franchisees. FASA Franchise Association South AfricaTo protect, lobby, promote and develop ethical franchising across all sectors in South …

The Automotive Industry Development Centre Eastern Cape (AIDC-EC) is hosting, in partnership with FASA, a two-day indaba to drive transformation and inclusion in the region’s lucrative automotive aftermarket sector. 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 …