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Header Text - Learn which is better for your site: Web Hosting vs WordPress Hosting
04Jun

Web Hosting vs WordPress Hosting: How To Choose

When setting up a new website, understanding the differences between Web Hosting vs WordPress Hosting can make a big difference to your website’s performance, management, and online success. While they are similar, they aren’t interchangeable, and many people, especially beginners, find themselves confused about which option will best suit their needs. This guide will walk you through the differences, benefits, and what to look for in a hosting plan to help you make the right decision for your site and business. KEY TAKEAWAYS Web Hosting provides flexibility and control but can require more technical knowledge to manage correctly. WordPress Hosting streamlines management and optimises performance specifically for WordPress […]

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Brand building strategies for small businesses
23May

Brand Building Strategies For Small Businesses & Startups

Brand building strategies play an important role in your small business’s marketing success. That’s because people are usually hesitant to buy from a business with a poor or lacking in reputation. Branding is not just about having an impressive business name, logo and website – although all of these things contribute toward it. Rather, it’s about aligning everything your company does; online and offline, in such a way that it underpins the viewpoint you want people to have about your brand. For example – what is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about these three brands below? Volvo Red Bull Apple Did you think about “Safety” for Volvo, “Enhanced Performance” for Red Bull, and “Innovation & Creativity” fo […]

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14May

Create A Unique Identity For Your African Business With A .africa Domain

It’s Africa’s time to be in the spotlight, and a .africa domain name can help your business stand out as well. After years of being seen but not heard, our continent is finally “loud and proud”. Seeing as it is Africa Month in May, we thought it a fitting time to sing its praises.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Africa is becoming significant in various key markets like entrepreneurship, technology and mobile money. Registering a .africa domain showcases your connection to the continent. Unlike country-specific domains (like .co.za), a .africa domain appeals to audiences across all African countries. Geo-targeted domains like .africa help establish local relevance, improve customer trust, and can positively impact search engine rank […]

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06May

The Importance Of Online Customer Reviews For Your SME

For small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), customer reviews are the “new black”. In displaying reviews or testimonials on your website, Google My Business page and other social platforms, you are directly aiding potential customers in the decision-making process, making it a win for all parties involved. According to a survey, 75.5% of respondents trust online reviews. This means if you aren’t listing any, you are losing out on consumer trust. In this article, we look at the various benefits of positive customer reviews, share ideas to help you get more reviews and provide tips to help turn negative feedback into a positive outcome. KEY TAKEAWAYS Most consumers trust online reviews and showcasing them helps boost your br […]

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Header Text - Practical small business finance tips.
12Feb

Small Business Finance Saving Tips For 2025

This blog covers some finance saving tips for small business owners in South Africa. Does it feel like multiple things are out of your control? Like the economy, customer behaviour, electricity challenges, and other external factors? That’s normal. But don’t let it get you down. Instead, focus on the things you can manage like your finances, your day-to-day operations, your website, customer service, product excellence, etc. With the new fiscal year starting soon, now is a good time to reflect on your small business finance position, budget and cost-cutting for the year ahead. Your financial professional can help you plan and strategise the best way forward. Read on as we share some relevant money trends that are worth not […]

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Header Text - What makes Domains.co.za a leader in the industry.
29Jan

Domains.co.za: From Domain Registrations To Web Hosting And Everything In Between

In the tech industry, things can change in an instant, and after more than two decades in the domains and web hosting sector, Domains.co.za has experienced these firsthand, numerous times, and we are is still evolving, still growing, and continuously sharpening our online products and solutions so we can offer you what you need when you need itin online professionalism. Often becoming the first in South Africa to do so. This is how we do it: KEY TAKEAWAYS Domains.co.za is dedicated to excellent customer service, supported by tools like the AI chatbot “Dot,” Live Chat, and a growing Knowledgebase. We specialise in scalable Web Hosting solutions, Domain Name Registrations, WordPress Hosting, Managed cPanel Hosting, and VPS Hos […]

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Header Text - Small Business Trends for 2025
22Jan

4 Small Business Trends For 2025

Your small business matters. Not just to you and your customers but to South Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). That’s because small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) make up 40% of its total. As we position ourselves at the beginning of the year, it is the ideal time to look at the small business trends for 2025, and to make work of the ones that hit home. From improving your website’s speed to including a sustainable approach, your small business can benefit from making positive changes in the year ahead. In this article, we highlight some of the most interesting trends for small businesses. KEY TAKEAWAYS Following small business trends for 2025 can help your business stay competitive, efficient, and adaptable, ensur […]

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Header Text - What to do when business is quiet
05Dec

Off Peak Season: 3 Actions Small Business Owners Can Take When Its Quiet

The December and January off peak season is an extremely busy time for many businesses, especially those in retail because it is also the holiday season. However, for many companies in the business-to-business (B2B) sector, its their off peak season. During this time, business can get very quiet. Small business owners can make effective use of this period by strategising and preparing for the year ahead. From dreaming up new and innovative ideas to scrutinising every aspect of the website including its web hosting – you can make the most of the festive holiday slowdown. In this article, we zone in on three proactive actions small business owners can take right now to hit the ground running in 2025. Table of ContentsAction […]

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Header Text - Do you have what it takes to be a business owner? Blog - Start Your Own Business
06Sep

Become A Boss: What It Takes to Start Your Own Business

Are you sitting on a great business idea but unsure whether to pursue it or not? These days, it is easier than ever to start your own business with the help of website builders, Content Management Solutions (CMSs) like WordPress and Artificial Intelligence (AI). But that’s not all you need of course. You need a great idea, dedication, a long list of transferable skills, and finally: money! If you are an aspiring entrepreneur – this article is for you. Read on as we help you identify whether you have the natural skills, share the highs and lows of taking the risk, and give some pointers on how to start and scale your business. Related: Take the Leap: Tips for Starting an Online Business in 2024 Table of Contents5 Good Reaso […]

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Header Text - Social Media - Starting Out Points for Small Businesses in South Africa
28Jun

Social Media: Tips for Startups & Small Businesses in South Africa

Introduction Since 2010, International Social Media Day is celebrated on the 30th of June every year. It is a day to commemorate the value social platforms bring to digital communication and their ability to bring people together. Social media is also a great tool for startups and small businesses. It can be used to connect with target audiences, increase brand awareness, drive website traffic, generate leads, boost sales, etc. In this blog post we emphasize the importance of social media marketing for startups and pay homage to it by looking at some local statistics and offering beginner tips to help small businesses and entrepreneurs, create an effective social media marketing plan from scratch. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduct […]

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