SME on The Agenda | Youth business head to China through W&RSETA

50 youth-owned businesses will be heading to China for specialised e-commerce training later this year. The initiative is funded by the Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA), and aims to equip entrepreneurs with digital trade skills, international market exposure, and insights from one of the world’s most advanced e-commerce ecosystems.

Amid heated debates about migration, we zoom into the role of legal migrants in building small businesses. From spaza shops and micro‑manufacturers to logistics and services, research shows many migrant entrepreneurs are not only creating their own livelihoods, but also employing South Africans, expanding consumer choice and plugging gaps in underserved communities. we ask how do legal migrants actually contribute to SME development in South Africa and what does that mean for jobs, competition and policy.

For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.