Nhlanhla Dlamini, a distinguished alumnus of Wits Business School and Harvard Business School, embarked on a journey that has seen him shift from the prestigious halls of academia to the gritty realities of entrepreneurship in South Africa’s agricultural sector. Growing up in Mofolo, Soweto, Dlamini was acutely aware of the sacrifices his parents made to […]
Edward Moshole’s journey from a cleaner with just R68 in his pocket to the founder of a thriving detergent business is nothing short of inspiring. His company, Chem-Fresh, has not only achieved a turnover upwards of R25 million but is also poised for further expansion. In 1999, armed with a mere R68, Moshole recognized a […]
Anna Phosa, a trailblazing entrepreneur and pig farming visionary, has transformed the landscape of agriculture in South Africa. Her journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful commercial pig farmer is nothing short of inspiring. Born with an unwavering drive and a clear vision, Anna embarked on her entrepreneurial path. She started out in vegetable […]
Adii Pienaar, a South African entrepreneur, author, and visionary, has left an indelible mark on the tech and business world. His journey is one of resilience, learning, and creating meaningful impact. Adii co-founded WooThemes, a company that revolutionized WordPress themes. Their flagship product, WooCommerce, became the go-to e-commerce plugin for WordPress users. Through WooThemes, Adii […]
In a world where dreams sometimes seem bound by rigid criteria and prerequisites, Sibongile Sambo’s story stands as a testament to the power of perseverance, determination, and innovation. Rejected due to not meeting the minimum height requirements to become a flight attendant, Sambo didn’t let that setback ground her dreams. Instead, she took flight in […]
In the world of literature, where narratives often mirror societal structures, Thabiso Mahlape stands tall as a beacon of change. As one of the pioneering black women to helm an independent publishing house dedicated to amplifying the voices of young black writers, her journey is not just about breaking barriers but reshaping the landscape of […]
In the annals of South Africa’s tumultuous history, few individuals have borne witness to its defining moments quite like Ntate Peter Magubane. Renowned as a preeminent photojournalist, Magubane’s lens has not only documented the harrowing realities of apartheid but also intimately captured the spirit of resistance and resilience embodied by Nelson Mandela. With each click […]
South Africa and indeed the rest of the continent mourn the loss of a literary giant and theatrical luminary, Mbongeni Ngema, who passed away at the age of 68 in a car crash. Ngema’s impact on the world of arts, particularly his unyielding portrayal of the struggles under apartheid, has left his footprint on the […]