Business

It refreshing to see growth and expansion of African owned business despite the looming global business depression that is upon us because of the Covid19 outbreak and the government restrictions that comes with it. EKasi Still Water was founded in 2019 by Sphelele Shabalala in ESkhaleni, he later opened another …

Covid19 has taught us to appreciate where we come from. Majority of us are back home during this Lockdown period. The big question is, are you happy with the ownership of the economic activities in your area? The only thing that we are left with in our Townships are the …

This year’s Bloggerthon was at eNseleni Township. Bloggerthon is where we visit township’s with the aim of getting content around business activities, prominent people who are driven and tourism attractions. Who would have thought that eNseleni will one day be as competitive as other townships in the country. Not so …

In 2001 Pioneer Foods sold Majority Stake of Nulaid Eggs to its African employees. A group of 5 employees bought the stake of the company.  In 2008 they gained 100% ownership of the company from Pioneer Foods. “It better to be in control of our own destination” Seo Mtetwa taking …

The sky is a limit to Gcinile Mbhele who owns her own beauty business (Rural Dol) despite coming from deep rural areas of Bergville. She used her background as a motivation and inspiration to fight for her dreams. Her company name shows how proud she is about being a rural …

The Drakensberg Extravaganza, Fashion & Film Meets Tourism initiative which is cordinated by Qhawekazi Styles_Collection is changing lives in the rural community of Bergville and uThukela District at large. This program had build ups which identified over 20 aspiring and emerging fashion designers from uThukela District, the build up activities …

Drakensberg Extravaganza kicked off on a very high note with the Tourism Summit addressing key issues that speaks to economic development and inclusive growth for all. The key theme of this 2 days summit that was concluded today was “Creating an inclusive and enabling environment”. UKhahlamba Local Municipality is willing …

The increasing rate in youth unemployment means that the youth needs to find alternative ways to make a living in South Africa. Siphesihle Mdletshe (20) didn’t cry foul and wait for employment opportunities instead she created her own employment by openning her own company which specialises with Beauty Services. Mfuyi …

The Spring Tour Music Festival is owned by a youth owned company, Deep Touch Communications which is owned by Mr Sifiso Mthethwa. The growth of the event means more business and employment opportunity will be created. This year the event outsourced over 30 services and 95% of those services that …

Myeni Group have once again expanded their business interest in mining. They have recently bought a quarry company in Nseleni from Scribante, which was known as Bhekani Quarry now known as uKumba Brick & Quarry. Today Myeni Group is celebrating the total control and ownership of the Quarry business with …