TCOB: Why is group cover essential for small business impact?

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If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and have already laid the groundwork to turn your dream into a successful business, now is the time to consider what kind of legacy you are building.

This begins with your employees and the security you offer as a leader. According to Rapule Mahlangu, Head of Associations at Metropolitan, entrepreneurs have the power to shape lives and communities by the thousands, and they should be able to protect what they’ve built.

He joined Wandile Mazibuko to discuss why group cover is essential for small business impact.

25 Jun 2024 English South Africa Business News

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