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Read company announcements, new tools for franchise seekers, and updates on review bay hours and field guides from the Franchase team.
Sandton review bay opens
Confidential in-person franchise review sessions at the Sandton bay now available for founders and teams during expanded off-peak hours.
Field guide series on working capital
New Franchase field guides outline capital buffers, fee types and territory costs for South African franchise buyers and applicants.
Canal Walk review bay hours
Visit Franchase at Canal Walk for in-person franchise review bays, planning sessions and tailored brand-family comparisons.
Brand compare method published
South African franchise founders can weigh up three franchise brands side by side with our new comparison worksheet from Franchase.
Who runs Franchase
Meet the Franchase team and see how our independent advisors guide new franchise buyers. Learn what this means for your search and how to reach us.
Updates on team, tools and methods
Franchase operates from Sunnyrock HQ in Germiston, led by a team focused on practical franchise buying help. We are run by Astros Marketing (Pty) Ltd and work independently of franchise brands or brokers.
Our brand-family compare method helps buyers judge franchise types without rating or naming specific brands. This approach keeps comparisons objective and practical, focusing on fees, working capital, and operating style differences.
We publish field guides and printable worksheets on working capital, territory, and capital planning. Each guide is reviewed by a team member with direct operating experience, ensuring details are relevant to South African conditions.
Review bay hours and new locations
We have expanded our review bay appointments to more centres. Canal Walk (Century City) in Cape Town now offers regular review slots for those exploring franchise options or category paths.
In Sandton, our Nelson Mandela Square precinct review bay covers fit check sessions and founder path reviews, including late afternoon appointments.
Visitors can also book at Rosebank, Menlyn, Brooklyn, Tyger Valley, V&A Waterfront and Gateway in Umhlanga. All review bays operate by appointment, with a Franchase host present.
Industry news and events
The Birchwood Hotel and OR Tambo Conference Centre in Boksburg hosted the Franchise Association of South Africa’s National Conference and Expo on 19 February this year. Industry trends, legal updates and franchise sector growth were discussed.
Franchase monitors sector changes affecting category paths, disclosure document standards, and franchisee support systems. Editors may reach out using our contact form for insight on field guides about updated rules, territory processes or working capital.
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