Rather than settling for traditional nine-to-five jobs, two young Cambridge women took a leap of faith and turned their love for cooking into a business. Today, their growing venture is helping busy people enjoy fresh, home-cooked meals…
LISAKHANYA NDWAYI A Mdantsane-based delivery and convenience platform, MDZ Go, has completed more than 500 orders within its first month of operation while growing its user base to more than 2,000 people. The self-funded platform, which…
In a world where many young people are told to follow a traditional path — study, graduate, and secure a stable job — Ayathula Ganda chose to step off that well-worn road and create something of his own. As the founder of Bayside Kicks…
In the bustling streets of Quigney, where small businesses hustle for visibility, one young entrepreneur is not just printing brands, she’s building a legacy. At just 29, Happy Ndlovu has turned Business Creations into a vibrant force in…
While most children in their early teens spend their weekends meeting friends and having fun, Nahoon’s Amy de Bruyn is carefully pouring, moulding and curing batches of handcrafted soap, building a business that is already turning heads…
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…
For parents seeking a trustworthy babysitter over the weekend, Rhonwyn Leendertz offers more than just supervision, she provides care, creativity, and a deep love for children. A qualified educator currently teaching grade 2, Leendertz…
Youth unemployment is an unfortunate fate that two Hudson Park High School grade 11 pupils intend to avoid by launching their own small business and taking the first steps into entrepreneurship. Joshua Roux and Jadan Grobler are the proud…
Tiffany van As, the founder of Styled by Tiff, is an East London hairstylist who’s redefining convenience with evening and weekend appointments. She works from 8am to 5pm as a sales assistant at Beauty Academy, an independent business in…
Oriya Computers founder Jacques van Wyk is a Berea-based technician whose expertise in computer repairs, upgrades and refurbished laptops is invaluable. From malware removal to desktop repairs, Jacques shares his passion, challenges, and…
Chintsa’s Sardine Festival kicks off from July 4-13, celebrating the spectacular sardine run, which marks the migration of shoals of silver fish along SA’s East Coast bringing in its wake dolphins, whales, birds and seals to our Wild…
At just 32 years old, Siyabonga Dingiswayo from Mdantsane has built a growing baking business from his home kitchen. His passion, perseverance, and community support have helped shape Cake Me Up Somdingi into a name people trust and love.…
What kind of food do you sell? We specialise in delicious kota and chicken wraps. How and when did you decide to start your food business? Due to being unemployed and having all the time to myself, I asked myself — why not start a food…
The 10th Annual Woman of Stature Awards SA dazzled guests at a glittering gala held at the Indaba Hotel, Spa & Conference Centre on April 12, where remarkable women — including East London’s Bianca Alberts — were celebrated for their…
TANDO NKUNGWANA Silverdale Women’s Development NPC from Kidds Beach and Yizanazo Co-operative from Amalinda saw the culmination of a dream fulfilled last week when they were given an opportunity to sell their products directly to…
With dating apps like Tinder and Bumble shaping modern romance, the search for love has become both simpler and more challenging. While online platforms promise quick connections, many singles still long for a more personal touch when it…
This week we chat to Yolanda Taku who runs her wig business Crown Queens, where she sells good quality, affordable wigs. What services do you offer? Our services include custom makeup looks for weddings, special occasions, soft glam and…
This week we chat to Colette Ragaval about her catering business, Colette’s Delicacies, which she uses to explore various cooking and baking techniques while meeting the needs of all her customers. What type of catering services do you…
TANDO NKUNGWANA Ginger Love wants you to put just R10 a month towards preventing a child from going to bed hungry through their newly launched wellness and social club. Food insecurity across the Eastern Cape has resulted in more than 200…
This week, we chat to two local businesses that cater for back-to-school needs. Sonja Botha, who runs her own hair salon, Hair by Sons, offers great back-to-school deals. What products/services do you offer? I do blow-drying, highlights,…
