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The UFS launches the ‘Good Money Habits App’ to support informal township businesses

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The University of the Free State (UFS) has launched the Good Money Habits App, a dedicated initiative designed to support informal sector and township businesses. Joining us on the OFM Business Hour is the esteemed former, Vice Chancellor of the UFS and now Project Leader and Producer of the app, Prof Frederick Fourie. He provides an overview of the platform and features for tech Thursdays on the OFM Business Hour.
12 Sep 9AM English South Africa Business · Daily News

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