Thousands of business owners, entrepreneurs and decision makers are expected to gather at the Sandton Convention Center when The Business Show :: Africa and Access to Finance Live returns to Johannesburg on 02-03 September 2026.
Recognized as one of Africa's leading business development events, the two-day experience will bring together entrepreneurs, founders, executives, SMEs, corporates, funders, investors, industry experts and solution providers from across South Africa and beyond.
At a time when many businesses are looking for new clients, funding opportunities, strategic partnerships and practical growth solutions, The Business Show :: Africa and Access to Finance Live provide direct access to the people, insights and opportunities that can help accelerate business success.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with leading brands, funding providers, technology companies, business service providers and industry experts while gaining valuable insights through an extensive program of seminars, workshops and masterclasses focused on growth, innovation and business development.
A key highlight of the program will be Access to Finance Live, a dedicated platform designed to connect entrepreneurs and SMEs with funding providers and finance solutions, which will help address one of the most significant barriers to business growth.
The event will also provide unique networking opportunities, enabling business owners to make valuable connections, discover new suppliers, explore strategic partnerships and identify opportunities to expand their business.
According to Mike Anderson, Founder and CEO of NSBC Africa, the event comes at a critical time for South Africa's entrepreneurial economy.
“South Africa's entrepreneurs and small businesses are the engine room of economic growth, yet many face challenges accessing customers, funding and growth opportunities. The Business Show :: Africa and Access to Finance Live brings these opportunities under one roof, helping business owners connect, learn and grow.”
For over 18 years, NSBC has championed entrepreneurship and small business success, supporting hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs and SMEs through its platforms, initiatives, programs and events.
The Business Show :: Africa and Access to Finance Live is expected to attract one of the largest gatherings of entrepreneurs, business owners, funders, investors, solution providers and industry leaders on the African continent, creating a powerful environment for collaboration, innovation and business growth.