SA Franchise Brands News Bulletin March 2025

Published: Wed, 03/26/25

Updated: Wed, 03/26/25

March 2025 News Bulletin

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Key Franchise Trends For The New Financial Year.

The new financial year has begun, where franchise operators and investors must align their strategies with emerging industry dynamics to remain competitive. The franchise sector, a cornerstone of global economic growth, continues to evolve rapidly, shaped by technological advancements, shifting consumer preferences, and macroeconomic pressures.

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The Man Behind Mcdonald’s Success In South Africa.

Greg Solomon joined McDonald’s when it only had four locations in South Africa, and under his leadership, the brand has around 400 stores today. Although Solomon is now one of the country’s biggest CEOs, he started his career as a civil engineer who almost didn’t apply for a job at McDonald’s.

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Well-Known Take-Away Chicken Franchise Rapidly Rolling Out Restaurants Across South Africa.

Seven years ago, some saw the idea of starting a successful flame-grilled chicken chain as a far-fetched dream in a country characterised by fierce quick-service restaurant (QSR) competition. However, since Pedros Chicken opened its doors in 2018, it has seriously ruffled some feathers.

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Inaugural Women In Franchising Africa Breakfast Aims To Tackle Inequality.

Franchising delivers high growth and attracts ample funding, but worldwide – and especially in Africa, women are under-represented in the sector. Qengqe says WIFA aims to increase women’s inclusion in franchising by providing them with education, mentoring, opportunities, and the support of other women in the sector.

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Well-Known Franchise Restaurants Rolling Out Across South Africa.

Spur’s restaurant network in South Africa grew by 16 locations in the first half of its 2025 financial year, with this growth driven by Spur, Panarottis, and Doppio Zero. Spur is one of South Africa’s leading casual dining restaurant franchise groups and owns brands like John Dory’s, RocoMamas, Pizza e Vino, Panarottis and The Hussar Grill.

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