As blackouts bite, a sharing economy could save SMEs

A model where small and medium-sized businesses share battery storage units, portable generators and solar panels could keep them in business

26 March 2023 - 00:00 By Ofentse Olunloyo and Tankiso Moloi

Worldwide, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of a thriving economy. They make up a substantial portion of companies and are estimated to contribute more than 87% of jobs globally...

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