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Here are some interesting franchising facts to get you motivated to take the plunge and change your career prospects for the better.
- There are nearly 30,000 franchised outlets in South Africa
- Over 550 brands are operating in South Africa with this number rising.
- A new franchise is 2.5 times more likely to succeed than a non-franchised business.
- JH Lyons opened the first franchise in South Africa, a Wimpy restaurant.
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