BACKGROUND Ceramic Pro and its manufacturer, Nanoshine Ltd, are changing the dynamics of the coating industry. In 2010, Nanoshine Ltd introduced Ceramic Pro — a series of products for the automotive, air and marine markets suited for paint, glass, alloy, fabric, leather, plastic, and rubber surfaces. What sets Ceramic Pro apart from the competition is their patented, cutting-edge technology based on ceramic molecular compounds (nanoceramics). Having dedicated years to perfecting their industrial multifunctional protective coatings, the company continues to strive to improve their products and work towards their goal of being the number one choice in nano protection in South Africa. THE CONCEPT  In the current economic environment where people are increasingly compelled to hold on to their vehicles and homes for longer, people are also looking for ways to preserve the value of these items, and this is where Ceramic Pro has identified a particular niche. Ceramic Pro South Af...

BACKGROUND Ranked amongst the world’s top restaurant brands, Domino’s Pizza is the world’s leading pizza delivery chain both in store number and unit sales. In fact, Domino's pioneered the pizza delivery business and sells more than one million pizzas across the globe each day. Domino's currently boasts almost 13,000 stores in over 80 vibrant markets around the world. Domino’s Pizza in South Africa is managed by the Taste Holdings Group and forms part of the Taste Food Division along with Zebro’s, The Fish & Chip Co, Maxi’s and Starbucks. THE CONCEPT  Domino’s Pizza introduced authentic American-style pepperoni to the local market but has also retained the tastiest local pizzas on the menu to accommodate local pizza connoisseurs. Since launching the brand in November 2014, 90 Domino’s Pizza stores have been opened in South Africa and the number continues to grow. The Domino's Pizza economic model is built on strong cash-on-cash returns. Their industry-leading ...

BACKGROUND As one of the leading pioneers in aesthetic beauty services and products, SkinPhD continuously invests in the research and development of raw materials recognised for their proven clinical efficacies. Combined with advancing innovations and technology in the field of medicine, SkinPhD’s research is swiftly tapering the gap between the cosmetic, pharmaceutical and medical industries; producing cosmeceutical products and innovative non-invasive surgical services. This essentially establishes SkinPhD as the beauty salon of the future. Joining the SkinPhD brand means moving into the fast lane in an industry poised for growth. THE CONCEPT SkinPhD is dedicated to offering clients a world-class salon experience, with the latest in cosmeceutical products and aesthetic services of unmatched quality and value. Comprehensive, client-dedicated service is the focus of all SkinPhD Aesthetic Beauty and Hair Salon franchisees and employees. In fact, it is their hospitable dedication t...

BACKGROUND Mr Kruger is a successful gold exchange business, founded by Arno Egen in 2014. The performance of the initial Mr Kruger branded outlet has clearly demonstrated that in the prevailing market conditions there is a real need for the services they offer. Mr Kruger is an authorised partner of the South African Mint and a member of the South African Association Of Numismatic Dealers (SAAND) and the Jewellery Council of South Africa. THE CONCEPT  Mr Kruger’s principal business is the buying and selling of gold and other metals, whether in the form of bullion, typically represented by Krugerrands, or jewellery. As a gold exchange, they enable customers to translate faded sentimental value into cash by purchasing gold jewellery and other items, which they either recycle or remodel into newer, unique and more on-trend designs. The value of every transaction is determined by the current trading metal price; a fact that brings transparency to the business and offers custome...

BACKGROUND Cash Converters is the leader in the buying and selling of quality pre-owned goods in South Africa and has been since 1994. Launched in Perth, Australia in 1984, Cash Converters has grown to become the world’s largest cash and asset converter, and provider of short-term loans. Today, Cash Converters is a multi-million-dollar international business with more than 750 stores in 22 countries and the brand is still growing. Whatever happens in the world, people will always need access to cash — whether they’re selling their belongings, borrowing money or just looking for a great bargain. Having pioneered the transformation of the buying and selling of quality pre-owned goods, Cash Converters offers an exceptional, recession-resilient franchise model with multiple revenue streams that provide franchisees with an opportunity to achieve real wealth. THE CONCEPT The Cash Converters business model is based on the principle of providing consumers in the communities they serve ...

No buildings, no staff,  no bookkeeping and no admin BACKGROUND Neighbiz is making a difference in two ways: Big problem number 1: Neighbiz wants to connect advertisers with their community — they understand that for many businesses, local support can make or break them. There is a significant informal sector of painters, tilers and carpenters etc. whom the community would hire, if only they knew who they were and where to find them. Let’s ask a neighbour — let’s make a new friend! Through the Handy Help section of the Neighbiz platform, micro-businesses can receive an instant boost. Big problem number 2: The holy grail of online media is the ‘click’, but it may be difficult for customers to find businesses who are lost in cyberspace. With Neighbiz, however, it could be easy because all you need is a smartphone. 90 Percent of ‘spenders’ are chained to their mobile phones and with Neighbiz’s patented technology it is guaranteed that advertisers will be found. SMEs and busi...

BACKGROUND Around the globe H2O International has acquired a reputation as a provider of superior, safe drinking water filter systems. Continuously striving to improve the quality of their offering they tailor products to suit the demands of a specific market, and it is this ability to adapt that has secured their position as a global leader in the water purification industry. H2O International SA was established in 1994 when Tony Marchesini secured the rights to distribute H2O’s range of products in South Africa. With over 55 franchises and stockists, H2O SA is as a leading force in water purification on the African continent. THE CONCEPT Franchisees have a choice of two business models — H2O Water Bar and H2O Water Station. Water Station franchisees also have the option to incorporate a water bottling plant. The Water Bar concept with its smaller footprint is ideal for shopping mall locations while the Water Station concept is well-suited to line shopping centres. H2O Inter...

BACKGROUND Alpha Pharm, our nation’s oldest traditional pharmaceutical wholesaler, was originally founded to serve as a buying group that would supply pharmacies in the region. Eventually establishing itself as a wholesaler, the company expanded its distribution network from Bloemfontein to Vereeniging and later Pretoria, and by the mid 1990’s Alpha Pharm, known as Kemco back then, was delivering to all Northern provinces. The establishment of Alpha Pharm (Pty) Ltd in 2015 effectively united the group’s wholesalers from the Eastern- and Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Free State under one national banner. Today, Alpha Pharma pharmacies form the largest group of independent community pharmacies, backed by the country's biggest independent pharmaceutical wholesaler. With an established franchise network of more than 410 stores across the country, Alpha Pharm services the greater South African population, geographically offering the widest reach into some of the most remote regio...

BACKGROUND The Tax Shop concept was originally inspired by the high demand for professional accounting, taxation and related business services and was the first publicised franchise to offer accounting and tax services in South Africa. The Tax Shop footprint has grown to cover all nine provinces and with expansion into southern Africa it has established itself as the leading service provider in its field. The Tax Shop outlets are acknowledged for their exceptional standards, value pricing and quick delivery times. It is their aim to make people’s lives easier and with their team of knowledgeable and experienced franchisees, The Tax Shop has gained a reputation for professionalism and service excellence. THE CONCEPT The Tax Shop is ideally suited to accountants, bookkeepers, auditors and related practitioners who are starting up or who wish to expand their existing practices. The Tax Shop has distinguished itself as a genuine one-stop, professional services provider with a rang...

BACKGROUND KwikFit offers tyre retail, fitment and vehicle servicing and boasts over 1,000 stores in the UK alone. In South Africa most of the 33 KwikFit outlets are owner-operated, ensuring unmatched service for South African vehicle owners. Recognising the necessity of adapting to a change in consumer habits, KwikFit has revisited their business strategy and completed a rebranding exercise to revive their corporate and public image. KwikFit has created a world first by offering all the services required by vehicle owners under one roof. While not moving away from the traditional fitment centre concept entirely, they have redesigned their product offering and overhauled their look and feel. By relocating some of their auto care centres to mall parking areas and allowing customers to take advantage of the longer trading hours, they have created a more pleasurable and convenient customer experience. To date, four mall outlets — Killarney Mall and Bedford Centre in Johannesburg and...

BACKGROUND The Drain Surgeon Franchising Africa (Pty) Ltd has been franchising since 1989 and through the years has established many successful businesses that still operate today. In support of the strategy to expand their franchise footprint, their ‘old’ franchise model was dusted off and invigorated with new technology and offerings to support their franchisees. The new franchise model allows for an investor or lifestyle entrepreneur to invest in a maintenance plumbing business at a low entry cost and with minimal investment in office infrastructure. THE CONCEPT The Drain Surgeon franchise system allows a would-be business owner to establish a maintenance plumbing business with little to no knowledge of plumbing and requiring limited infrastructure. With a small initial investment in tools, training and marketing material and with the backing of the well-known Drain Surgeon brand and their unique franchised methods, the business will be operational in no time at all. The ...

BACKGROUND Mzansi Meals was launched at the back end of 2016 and has just recently moved into the franchising space. At Mzansi Meals they have made it their mission to feed the working class. While many establishments focus on creating meals that most of our country cannot afford, Mzansi Meals focuses on providing the working class with better meal options that will not break the bank. The focus is on local flavours-to-go, bringing the traditional African meals that the people have grown up with to their doorstep. In short, Mzansi Meals is attempting to formalise the informal food industry. Their vision is to provide business opportunities for members of the local communities to upskill and enrich themselves while providing the working class with quality meals. In addition to establishing a franchise footprint, Mzansi Meals is looking to partner with big building contractors, factories or companies/individuals hosting traditional weddings or funerals — in effect, anyone who has ...

BACKGROUND Perfect Water was established as a joint venture between two independent brands, Perfect Water and Absolutely Water, to create a business model positioned at the top echelons of water purification and related equipment distribution in Africa. With an established footprint in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Swaziland, Perfect Water is aggressively pursuing growth opportunities to extend its operations countrywide and into Africa. THE CONCEPT  The Perfect Water franchise opportunity comprises several business models defined as Perfect Water Agent, Perfect Water Shop, Perfect Ice add-on, Perfect Juice (which forms part of the shop), and Perfect Water Bar. In addition to supplying purified and/or prepared water to the public, Perfect Water is the sole distributor of the world-leading Pure-Pro water systems in sub-Saharan Africa. The Perfect Water Shop has the opportunity to set-up additional water bars in existing shops in their licensed franchise area. ...

BACKGROUND It was their shared appreciation for the classic and quality things in life that inspired husband and wife team Mark and Melissa to create a brand that champions these values. Driven by popular demand, the business has expanded into 19 stores nationwide with more national stores in the pipeline. Today, Mark and Melissa continue to be involved in driving all aspects of this multi-faceted business. The company has entered a very exciting phase of growth driven by new franchised stores, an extensive wholesale division supplying franchised stores and over 300 national retailers, as well as an e-commerce platform. Additional business units include exports, corporate gifting and hospitality. THE CONCEPT  Melissa’s offers a unique café and retail experience for discerning customers with an eye for quality and an appreciation for the finer details. The company is continually researching, developing and evolving their offering to ensure that the brand remains ahead of the...

BACKGROUND Nkukhu Box is a home-grown concept that embraces African township culture and speaks to the now Kasi generation. The Nkukhu Box philosophy is to offer service on par with international standards, essentially ‘bringing the world’s best to our own’. Assembled from specially designed shipping containers, Nkukhu Box offers franchisees a reduced set-up cost and a business model that circumvents long-term binding lease contracts with expensive rentals and reduces operational expenses. THE CONCEPT  The Nkukhu Box competitive advantage lies in the fact that they prepare familiar, local food using state-of-the-art equipment and carefully engineered sauces and flavours. Product quality is ensured through a frequent food testing and continual investment in the company’s central distribution kitchens and training centres. In addition to quality meals, Nkukhu Box provides a township lifestyle eating experience while delivering international standards. Grilled chicken, which...

BACKGROUND When Robert Bosch founded the ‘Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering’ in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1886, his aim was to develop high-end technologies. Through its 130-year history the company has been characterised by the innovative drive of its founder and today Robert Bosch GmbH is one of the world’s largest private industrial corporations. Automotive technology forms one of the biggest corporate divisions within the Bosch group. Bosch Service is a leader in the automotive vehicle service workshop market with more than 17,000 certified workshops in 150 countries. Robert Bosch South Africa is a regional office of the Bosch Group. THE CONCEPT  Bosch Service dealers operate as an independent network of workshops who, while able to provide the assurance associated with a household name, is also small enough to care. The Bosch Service model accommodates both the establishment of new workshops and the conversion of existing ones. It must be noted t...

BACKGROUND Dynamic Bedding (Pty) Ltd is the franchisor and exclusive supplier to The Bed Shop franchise network, which was established in recognition of a market need for a dedicated channel to market in the retail bedding industry. The first franchise store was opened in Bloemfontein in 1994 and today Dynamic Bedding (Pty) Ltd is the largest specialist bed retailer in southern Africa. The philosophy envisaged by Dynamic Bedding has never changed, “To deliver a quality product, direct from the factoryto the public on a national basis, at the best possible price.” To fulfill the group’s vision, The Bed Shop franchise concept was created to provide a dedicated, nationwide distribution network. Today, with 100 franchise outlets and agencies, Dynamic Bedding is the biggest factory-to-market bedding specialist franchise in South Africa. THE CONCEPT  Every outlet has its own distinct ‘flavour’ designed around the particular needs of their specific trading environment, but what ...