Media

On this page you will find statements and op-eds distributed by SBI; coverage the Institute receives and news about and for SMEs. While we do not necessarily endorse political parties, nor the findings of other research institutions, our research and advocacy positions are increasingly highlighted by influential commentators. We post these articles or interviews here for your review.

SBI BPL SME Indaba left Small Business owners inspired!

THE SBI BPL SME INDABA – AN EVENT THAT EMPOWERED AND INSPIRED! The SBI BPL SME Indaba “Finance as a growth enabler” were held on 26 August 2025 at Bryanston Country Club. It was nothing short of a powerhouse day for South Africa’s small business segment. Co-hosted...

SBI BPL SME Indaba: “Finance As a Growth Enabler” – Tues, 26 August 2025

Attention Small Business Owners, SME Champions, and Everyone Driving Growth in the SME Ecosystem! The Small Business Institute (SBI) and Business Partners Limited are excited to invite you formally to join us at the next SME Indaba -- a must-attend event focusing on:...

SUBMISSION BY THE SMALL BUSINESS INSTITUTE ON THE DRAFT TRANSFORMATION FUND CONCEPT PAPER

SUBMISSION BY THE SMALL BUSINESS INSTITUTE ON THE DRAFT TRANSFORMATION FUND CONCEPT PAPER To: the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (“dtic”)By email: transformationfund@thedtic.gov.za May 28 2025 Introduction and background Earlier this year, government,...

SBI Podcast, Episode one on B20 – In conversation with BUSA CEO Khulekani Mathe

Get ready for an insightful episode where we unpack everything you need to know about the B20 with BUSA CEO, Khulekani Mathe —what it is, how it differs from the G20, and why it matters for business in South Africa and beyond. We’ll break down the unique role of...

SBI SME Indaba – Tuesday 20 May 2025 – “Innovation amidst compliance burden – unlocking the power of new technology.”

Attention Small Business owners, Business Chamber organisations and all role players in the SME enablement ecosystem! You are invited to the Next SBI SME Indaba being hosted on Tuesday 20 May 2025. Seats are limited, make sure to register to avoid disappointment!...

MEDIA STATEMENT: SBI CALLS ON RAMAPHOSA TO PLACE SMES AT THE HEART OF THE GROWTH AGENDA | MEDIA STATEMENT: SBI CALLS ON RAMAPHOSA TO PLACE SMES AT THE HEART OF THE GROWTH AGENDA

The Small Business Institute (“SBI”), which represents thousands of small

State of the Nation: Toby Chance talks DA Economic policy

“DA will stay in the GNU” with Toby Chance

Newzroom Afrika: Probe into SABS structural failures

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau wants an investigation

Media Statement: SBI Mourns the Passing of Tito Mboweni

It was with a great shock that the Small Business

Media Statement: Small Business Institute Mourns the Passing of Mr Pravin Gordhan

September 13 2024 will be remembered for the sadness it

MEDIA STATEMENT: SBI CALLS ON GOVERNMENT TO STABILISE ESKOM

The Small Business Institute (SBI) calls on government to accelerate

SBI’s submission to the National Integrated Small Enterprise Development Masterplan (NISED)

The SBI submitted it’s comments on the NISED Masterplan on

SBI Webinar 7 July 2022: “Reflections on supporting SA’s SMEs in a time of Covid-19”

SBI Webinar 7 July 2022 "Reflections on supporting SA's SMEs in a time of Covid-19" The SBI held a reflective webinar on Thursday 7 July 2022 for policy makers, thought leaders, economic operators, friends and long-standing and proven supporters of small businesses in...

Western Cape Government launches SMME Booster Fund

One of my key priorities is to back entrepreneurs and

Nedbank: The Essential Guide for Small-Business Owners

Nedbank have put together “The Essential Guide for Small-Business

SBI Webinar – Fourth Industrial Revolution and SMEs “Threats and Opportunities” – Wed 1 December 2021

We had a wonderful keynote address by Dr Stella Mvuma,

SBI National Business Chamber Workshop – Thursday, 25 November 2021

We had an informative business chamber workshop looking at how

B4SA: Vooma Vaccination Weekend Guidance

In a broad effort to escalate the country’s vaccination programme,

SBI webinar: The tenacity of South Africa’s Small Business owners – recording and presentations

SBI Webinar: 8 September 2021The SBI held a webinar: The tenacity of SA's small business owners on Wednesday 8 September 2021. Unfortunately technology failed us and due to connectivity problems most of the people who registered could not connect. Although out of our...

SBI’s post-covid recovery series, research papers

Reflections on the impact of Covid-19 on SMEs in SATackling the disenabling environment.The importance of local champions.New perspectives on informalityDigitalisation - the best hope for SA's SMEsLocal may be lekker, but is it possible?

SBI webinar 8 September 2021 – The tenacity of SA’s small business owners

You are invited to join the SBI for a webinarTheme: The tenacity of SA's small business owners Our SMEs have been brutally smacked by the Covid-19 pandemic and, most recently, by the mayhem that erupted in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. However, most have shown resilience...

PRESS RELEASE: PLEASE PROTECT OUR LIVES, ECONOMIC INFRASTRUCTURE, PROPERTY AND BUSINESS

The Small Business Institute (SBI) strongly condemns the wanton looting

SBI press release: SBI’s post-covid recovery series probes challenges facing SMEs and presents growth blueprint.

Attention: All Editors Small Business Institute media release SBI’s post-covid recovery series probes challenges facing SMEs and presents growth blueprint.14 April 2021Johannesburg The Small Business Institute (SBI) released four additional papers this morning in the...

SBI hosted a Business Chamber workshop on 18 March 2021

The SBI hosted a National Business Chamber workshop on 18 March 2021. Here you can find the videos of guest speakers and their presentations on the day for review. BUSINESS CHAMBER WORKSHOP: 18 March 2021 - 09:00 to 14:00 via Zoom TOPIC: BUSINESS RECOVERY DURING AND...