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Your Partner in Sustainable Business Success

did you know?

2.6million

micro, small, and medium enterprises (SMEs) operate in South Africa, collectively forming the very backbone of the national economy.

did you know?

15%

of South African SMEs provide between one and ten jobs, underscoring their critical role as vital small-scale local employers.

did you know?

50%

of new businesses in South Africa fail within the first two years, a sobering reality highlighting the significant entrepreneurial challenges faced.

did you know?

90%

of startups and small businesses collapse when founders are burdened with every aspect, showing a critical need for external support.

our vision

Fio group: changing the entrepreneurship narrative in africa

Unfortunately, a significant number of these entrepreneurs characterised by these statistics struggle and often fail because they are forced to wear all the hats. It’s a harsh reality that many new businesses in South Africa cease operations. This prevalent challenge underscores the difficulty for enterprises to sustain themselves when the founder is overwhelmed by every aspect of the business.

promoting the success of businesses

At Fio Group, we believe that entrepreneurship is the backbone of any economy.

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Seeding Africa's Breadbasket

Fio group: helping along the entrepreneurship journey

Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs and business owners by providing a full suite of business services designed to support the entrepreneurs journey from idea to growth and sustainability.

By partnering with Fio, they can release themself from the pressure of juggling every responsibility and instead focus on what truly matters: innovating and growing their business. We tailor our services to fit the unique needs of each client, whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to new heights.

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fio meaning

In Latin, Fio means “I become,” “I am made,” or “I am done.”


In Portuguese, Fio means “thread” or “wire.”, like a thread of a story or the wiring in a device. The word can also suggest continuity, connection, or flow, making it a versatile term across different uses. For us, we use to showcase our continuous economic thread.

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At Fio Group, we offer a comprehensive range of specialist business services, symbolised by the 11 stops along our continuous economic thread. When these ends converge, you get what sets Fio Group apart from the rest – a full suite of integrated specialist services, all housed under one roof.

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BUSINESS SPECIALISTS

Branding & Design

ORGANISATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

TAX & ACCOUNTING

LEGAL & GOVERNANCE

SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE

science& engineering

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BUSINESS SPECIALISTS

Branding

& Design

ORGANISATIONAL

EFFECTIVENESS

LEARNING &

DEVELOPMENT

WEALTH

MANAGEMENT

TAX & ACCOUNTING

LEGAL &

GOVERNANCE

SYSTEMS

ARCHITECTURE

science& engineering

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BE PART OF THE IMPACT

growing the success of entrepreneurship in africa

Let Fio Group be the support system your business deserves, allowing you to focus on the vision and impact that inspired you to become an entrepreneur. 

Together, let’s build a future where African businesses thrive and inspire a global economy.

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FIO HEAD OFFICE

63 Saal Street,
Zwavelpoort,
Pretoria,
0081

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