Manufacturing in South Africa plays a crucial role in creating jobs and stimulating the local economy. As industries expand, they provide employment opportunities, particularly for women and young people, fostering economic growth in communities.
Transitioning from a stable corporate career to entrepreneurship is a bold move. For Alwin Avhashai Makhale, founder of AA Moringa Farms in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, the decision to leave a successful career as a metallurgical engineer to start farming was difficult.
Nozipho Tshakane is a food safety consultant with a master’s in medical microbiology and who has worked with numerous companies in the food, packaging and SANAS & SABS accredited testing laboratories for 14 years to ensure high hygiene standards are met.
Nomathemba was inspired by her father who started his career as a truck driver and then bought a second-hand truck to support their family of ten.
Phumelele Mahlinza, the co-founder of MK Green Solutions, has turned a personal mission into a thriving business that is not only tackling waste but also making a positive impact in communities and on the environment.
Why young South Africans choose entrepreneurship Three business owners share why they are committed to…