You can start any type of business, but you should take into account the entry barriers and knowledge of the business you want to start.

For example: you’ll need a license if you want to run your own bar, betting office or entertainment venue and you need specialised training by law to become a doctor, dentist or accountant.

Even though you can work from home, you need to take into account the fact that your current homeowners’ insurance will not fully cover you.

Being self-employed means that you can either operate as a sole proprietor or you can register a company.

You will have to register with SARS and obtain an income tax number either way.

Before you start your business, it is strongly recommended that you conduct thorough research on your business idea and also acquire some sort of business training or ensure that you have an accountant you can trust.

It is also recommended that you start a business in line with your own personal competencies. This means that you should look for a business opportunity in the same field you already understand in order to run the business with better understanding.

SOURCES :
Cronje & Cronje
Business Partners