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No more tax for small businesses earning below ₦50M
Hérete, Victoria from Techpoint here, Here’s what I’ve got for you today: No more tax for small businesses earning below ₦50M Lesaka acquires Bank Zero for $61.82 million Maroc Telecom raises $330M in first-ever private bond No more tax for small...

Why Fully Managed Website Services Are the Future for UK Small Businesses?
Share Share Share Share Email In today’s digital landscape, small businesses in the UK are increasingly depending on “fully managed website services.” These services offer a complete path to website management, design, hosting, security,...

Why a Staff Handbook Is Crucial for Small Businesses in the UK
Employment lawyers advising small businesses often encounter a common oversight: the absence of a properly drafted staff handbook. While small business owners are usually meticulous about contracts, payroll, and day-to-day operations, many...

Tolls on new Belle Chasse Bridge strain local businesses
BELLE CHASSE, La. (WVUE) - When the new Belle Chasse Bridge opened, residents and business owners in Plaquemines and Jefferson parishes were optimistic. The long-awaited project promised to ease traffic and modernize access across the Intracoastal...

Essential Website Startup Guide for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
Starting a website can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re launching a blog, an online store, or a portfolio, having a clear roadmap can make all the difference. You’re not just building a site; you’re creating a digital...

ET Make in India SME Regional Summit, Thane spotlights resilience, innovation and inclusive growth
The ET Make in India SME Regional Summit in Thane, the first one in FY 2025-26, brought together a diverse group of industry leaders, SME associations, and small business owners on June 26 to exchange ideas and chart a collective vision for...

Local baker with a small business has a big dream
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - One local, teenage baker turned her hobby into a business that she said she hopes to grow into a full-time job. Campbell Wood, 19, has had a passion for baking ever since she was 11 years old. Wood said she has two...
Ghana’s First MSME Day Sparks Optimism, Reform Demands from Entrepreneurs
Ghana’s inaugural celebration of International MSME Day was marked with optimism and renewed calls from entrepreneurs for policy reforms, improved financing, and stronger digital infrastructure to support enterprise growth and resilience. Held...

"Global Entrepreneurship Report": Armenia ranks first in "Eastern Europe+" group
In 2024, Armenia demonstrated a high level of entrepreneurship, ranking first in the "Eastern Europe+" group and 5th among 51 countries in the "Global Entrepreneurship Report". YEREVAN, June 30. /ARKA/. In 2024, Armenia demonstrated a high level...

Skarbe raises $600K to reinvent sales for founders who hate CRMs
Belarusian-founded AI sales assistant Skarbe has raised $600,000 in Pre‑Seed funding to simplify selling for entrepreneurs who hate CRMs. A recent wave of solo founders, indie startups, and lean teams empowered by AI are redefining how companies...

Co-founder of Glovo, Sacha Michaud: Fast commerce – the future of digital services in Moldova
During a short visit to Chisinau, entrepreneur and Glovo co-founder Sacha Michaud gave an interview to RLIVE TV, where he discussed his professional journey, the challenges of the business world, his personal passions, and Glovo’s plans for the...

Villaruz, Villaruz & Co.: Accounting for the future with innovation, integrity
WHEN disruption struck, some businesses merely adapted while Villaruz, Villaruz & Co. (VVC) CPAs further transformed. In an industry often defined by convention and caution, few firms managed to strike the optimum balance between tradition and...

Fabric of Progress - A Decade of Innovation, Inclusion and Identity
Bharat’s textile story today stretches far beyond traditional threads, spanning from cotton fields to carbon fibre, from handlooms to high-performance technical textiles. At the grassroots, the government has extended unprecedented support to...
Stories of High-Quality Development | Closing 'three key miles': Driving the development of new quality productive forces through scientific and technological innovation
On April 30, 2025, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, chaired a symposium on economic and social development for some provinces and municipalities for the 15th Five-Year Plan period. Xi said that...
Stories of High-Quality Development | Ding Kuiling: Closing 'three key miles' when driving the development of high-quality productive forces through scientific and technological innovation
In the face of a new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation, what should China's priorities be in its economic and social development during the 15th Five-Year Plan period? How can the country drive the...

COP29 Champion calls for greater SME involvement in green transition
Nigar Arpadarai, the High-Level Climate Champion of COP29, has emphasized the crucial role of non-state actors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and private sector leaders, in accelerating the global transition to a green...

HELPING SMALL BUSINESSES TO GROW
The small and medium scale enterprises deserve adequate attention In recognition of the fact that the Micro, Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs) sector constitutes the spine of any country’s economy, the United Nations designated last...

4 New Business Books Boost Entry-Level To Executive Careers
4 New Business Books Boost Entry-Level To Executive Careers getty “What you value is not what you say you value—it’s what you make time for.” – Pat Flynn in Lean Learning If improving your career is something you value, make time for reading....

Work starts on £15million Devon innovation centre
Construction has officially begun on the Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre, a major development aimed at putting Torridge at the forefront of green maritime technology. Torridge District Council has confirmed that BAM Construction will...

Understanding Small Business Customer Expectations for Success
In today’s fast-paced market, understanding customer expectations is crucial for small businesses. As consumers become more discerning, they demand not just quality products but also exceptional service. Meeting these expectations can set your...