In just one-month, East London’s Lakin Thompson has turned a simple idea into a fast-growing, family-powered business that’s already winning the hearts (and appetites) of locals. With homemade cookies, savoury platters, snacks, and frozen…
We chat to Onwaba Mleve, owner of Zazi Clothing, about her EL business which employs more than 50 people What kind of clothing do you make? We specialise in traditional wear. We also make any type, from PPE, hospital linen, and general…
We chat to Melissa Volmink about the ins and outs of her business Boujee Box. Q: What products do you make? A: I make customised gift boxes. Q: When and how did your business start? What inspired you to embark on the journey? A: I had…
The GO!&Express caught up with nine-year-old Chaytin Collins from Hudson Park Primary School, the youngest entrant and winner of the Junior B division for Border Stockcars 1660 challenge held on June 17. When did you start racing and why…
The GO!&Express caught up with grade 10 pupil Megan Dove from Clarendon Girls High School who competed in the FIDE World Chess Championships in Batumi, Georgia, from June 2-12 in the SA U16 girls’ side. Dove’s mother, Jean, says Megan has…
Ayabulela Mabinda is the director of an EL-based small business called Black Race Sneaker Wash. What services do you offer? We offer sneaker wash and footwear treatment, shoe colour restoration, upholstery and carpet cleaning. When and…
We chat to Fran Stassen, a ceramic artist, who turned her hobby into a business called Fran Made. What do you do? During the day I’m part of a dynamic business informatics and software services company called CloudStrength. After hours…
Cambridge High School first XV rugby captain, Lukhanyo Makeleni has been selected for the Border U18 Academy Week squad. The Go! & Express caught up with Makeleni to chat about what this opportunity means to him and how he balances his…
This week, GO!&Express caught up with mom of six and long-time Nahoon resident, Wendy Miller, to discuss initiatives she has established in Ward 18 to mitigate drinking and littering on Nahoon Beach. Last year, Miller set up signs at…
Hudson Park High School recently took part in the 2023 Port Rex Lion Eisteddfod, under the direction of teachers Wesley Wong, Lisa Wong, Hayley White, Sibongile Ponase and Nasine van Rensburg. Overall, Hudson High achieved three bronze…
The GO!&Express caught up with Asange Belu and Sean Swart from Hudson Park High School who participated in the MMA (mixed martial arts) SA nationals recently held in Edenvale, Gauteng. Mixed martial arts is an extreme combat sport in…
We chat with Chantel Haschick about the clothing business she runs with her husband, Des How would you describe your business? What exactly do you do? Ursula’s Design and Manufacture is your first choice for all clothing and alteration…
What type of art do you specialise in? I was introduced to art through another art teacher who was my mentor. Then lockdown happened. I felt so isolated. I dabbled in crocheting for charity with the “30 Pairs in 30 Days for Bedsocks”.…
Braza’s Portuguese Fusion in Berea celebrates its first birthday this month. Go! & Express caught up with the owner and head chef Jean-Michel Silva to find out what makes their restaurant such a unique, enjoyable space for East London…
This week we chat with The Cheeky Flower owner Carin Basson about her unique business concept. What products or services do you offer? We offer a range of products that I refer to as “homemade cooking essentials” that consist of pastes,…
This week we chat with Keenan Kyle Sholayan, a qualified sports conditioning coach and founder of KKS Coaching Academy, who uses his skills to improve the lives of the boys he coaches. What service do you offer? I offer sports…
This week we chat with WAHL-certified male groomer James Dollery about his career in haircutting. What products/services do you offer? My services include gents and boys’ haircuts, signature cuts, fades, hot towel shaving, beard styling,…
The Go!& Express newspaper caught up with Cambridge High School cricketers Brady Hoole and Jessi Simpson at the end of a successful cricket season. How do you feel about your cricket performance this season? BRADY: I started the season…
Go! & Express caught up with Merrifield College water polo referee Luvuyo Rubushe to discuss his selection as an international referee set to represent SA at the World Aquatics Tournaments 2023/2024. What does this achievement mean to…
Nail technicians have become a much-needed addition to every beauty salon. This week we chat with Elisha Sholayan about her growing beauty business. Q. What products/services do you offer? A. I offer manicures with and without extensions…
