Title: Doing Good Business | Old-School Networking, Township Fund Potential & Real Productivity

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In this episode of Doing Good Business, Hilton Theunissen joins us for his regular Friday feature—sharing sharp insights and real talk about what’s shaping the entrepreneurial landscape in South Africa.

Hilton reflects on the value of in-person connection in a post-Zoom era, the difference between busyness and productivity, and why the return of golf course networking might be a good thing. He also breaks down:

The importance of accountability and transparency in funding programmes like the Spaza Fund

Encouraging moves by the Gauteng Department of Social Development

The township economy’s potential to be a R5 billion sector—if we get the systems right

Why ethics and digitalisation are key to a thriving informal economy

Plus: The Job Fund reopens—and how it can be a game-changer if we use it right

It's a grounded, hopeful look at how doing business right can drive meaningful change.

🎧 Tune in now to Doing Good Business.
5 May English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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