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Passive Income In South Africa

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TFSA Dividend ETF Engine (Tax‑Efficient Income)

For Beginners who want a set‑and‑forget income and strong long‑term compounding Interest

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JSE REIT Portfolio (Property Income Without Tenants)

Investors wanting property exposure and regular cash distributions without managing a Property

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Print‑on‑Demand Store (Low‑Cost Online Business)

Creatives, hustlers, and beginners who want to monetise simple designs with very low upfront investment.

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Creators and professionals who can package knowledge into short, high‑value products.

Digital Guides & Micro‑Courses (Set‑and‑Sell on Autopilot)

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Writers/creators who can compare and recommend SA products/services transparently

SA Affiliate Review Site (Commissions While You Sleep)

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Peer‑to‑Peer (P2P) & Alternative Lending

P2P platforms let you fund small loans or business invoices and earn interest. Returns can be higher than bank deposits but carry credit & platform risk.

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E‑Commerce Export: Selling South African Products to the
USA

The US market has high buyer volume and niche interest in authentic South African products (crafts, natural wellness, fashion). With the right product/brand and fulfilment plan, margins can be strong.

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Running Local Business Directory Sites

Small businesses pay to be found. A focused directory that delivers leads consistently can be highly profitable with low maintenance.

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Local E‑Commerce Website (Sell inside SA)

Selling to South Africans removes export friction and leverages local logistics and marketing channels.

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Selling on Takealot Marketplace

Takealot brings scale and trust—if you can operate inside their rules and keep margins after fees, volume can beat small independent stores.

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