MTN brings you the 702 Small Business Awards: ‘SMEs are the economy’s backbone’
The 702 Small Business Awards, brought to you by MTN, are celebrating the SMEs of Gauteng.
702’s Bongani Bingwa speaks with Dr Nkosi Kumalo, GM of SME and Indirect Channels at MTN.
Listen below:
MTN business recognises that SMEs are a dynamic, exciting and vibrant force in South Africa’s economy.
Behind every one of these small businesses is an owner doing everything they can to make sure their business succeeds.
That is why 702 and MTN are hosting the Small Business Awards to celebrate the small businesses trying to do big things.
Kumalo says small business are the backbone of our economy, and are essential for growth and job creation.
The winner of last year's competition has reportedly made huge strides in their business from being involved in this initiative.
“They have grown their business almost three times, they have doubled the number of employees, they have managed to get listings with national brands.”
- Dr Nkosi Kumalo, GM of SME and Indirect Channels at MTN
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“We as large businesses have got a huge responsibility in making sure the sector is sustainable.”
- Dr Nkosi Kumalo, GM of SME and Indirect Channels at MTN
To nominate a business, visit the 702 Small Business Awards page.
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