e-commerce

How to use colour psychology in e-commerce to boost sales

Colour psychology has long been used to convey brand personality and influence customers by evoking specific emotions. Here’s our crash course on how to take advantage of the power of colour to boost your e-commerce sales.

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Afrikan Passion Designs: A line of love & eco-edge

The innovative approach that grew Afrikan Passion Designs – Nombuso Khanyile and Nisbert Kembo’s leather shoe and bag business.

Alistair Barnes from Ballo in his store in Cape Town.
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Seeing business differently: how Ballo puts the planet before profit

Can you be sustainable and be profitable? Alistair Barnes from Ballo Fashion talks to us about how his business does it.

A stall for Granadilla Swimwear.
cape town

Granadilla Swimwear: In love with summer

Adam and Joshua started Granadilla Swimwear as a love note to Cape Town summers. Now their business is heating up. Read their story.

Thilo Moodley of Thilo's Timeless Closet.
durban

Finding a niche market with Thilo’s Timeless Closet

Thilo has made her name by providing a unique service to an overlooked part of the fashion market. Here’s how she found her market niche.

Mpumelelo Mtintso, founder of Book Ibhoni riding past Vilakazi Street.
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Books on bikes with Book Ibhoni

Mpumelelo Mtintso has founded a business based on community and tourism. Read his interesting journey and about Book Ibhoni.

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The new minimum wage and how it affects your business

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VAT 101: Getting money back from SARS

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The cheapest data bundles for Yoco merchants

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Introducing getlion: the ultimate “super-app” for entrepreneurs

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Improve your small business’s online presence

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How can I keep track of all my stock?

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Beating a sales slump: Working on your product

COVID-19 Lockdown: Advanced Level 3 Explained

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How to ask for funding from family and friends

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Access to small business funding online

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5 reasons why Yoco online payment products are the business – literally

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How to increase your tips – the Yoco way

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Master your craft: Focus on what you do best, and delegate the rest

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Game-changing AI tools to power your small business marketing

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5 ways to use a boost in funding to level up your small business

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Small business and financial inclusion in South Africa

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Small business insurance: our basic guide to getting covered

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New Year, New You, New Business Plan?

5 signs you’re ready to open an online store for your business

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5 tips on how to budget like a boss for your small business