JSE Expands SME Rise Capital Matching.

Sibongile Mofokeng welcomes Cleola Kunene, Executive Head of Small Business at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), to the studio. They discuss the role of a Business Development Agent and how Cleola supports small and medium enterprises through growth, funding, and market access. Cleola shares insights on business coaching, capital readiness, and strategies for scaling businesses. Their conversation highlights the importance of empowering entrepreneurs to succeed in competitive markets. Cleola’s work at the JSE includes leading Africa’s most successful SME accelerator program, helping hundreds of companies thrive.