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Top 100 Global Franchises 2013 Released – Non-US-Based Companies Rising
Franchise Direct’s annual Top 100 Global Franchises Report shows that the number of top franchises based outside of the US is slowly rising.
Lessons for Franchises: 2013 IFA Conference
With well over 3,000 attendees, this year’s IFA convention was the largest yet, providing a vital forum for the exchange of ideas and information as well as a platform for the discussion of important issues relating to the franchising industry.
Powering the Future: Battery Clinic
Our latest South African blog post takes a look at Battery Clinic, the country's first one stop battery shop.
Home-Spun Glory: The Popularity of Native Franchises in South Africa
More than most other countries, South Africa's franchising sector is dominated by indigenous brands. Franchise Direct explores the reasons for this in our latest SA Blog post
Franchising for the future: How franchising can aid development in South Africa
Franchise Direct takes a look at how franchising can aid with economic development and job generation in South Africa
Franchise Direct launch in South Africa
Franchise Direct are officially launching their South African website this week.
Children's Franchising in South Africa
Franchise Direct takes a look at children's franchising in South Africa, a sector that could be set to growth with the youthful population.
Famous Franchises
Here we look at famous franchises around the world that have more than 10,000 units. The list makes for fascinating reading and includes information about thier histories and business models.