Turning Township Food Into a Scalable Business

Leoka Engineering founder Katlego Makgata reflects on a decade of building a 100% Black‑owned EPCM firm in one of South Africa’s toughest sectors. We discuss OR Tambo’s mission‑critical operations and the digital innovations shaping the next era of African engineering.

Serial entrepreneur Melo Ntleko shares her journey from waitressing and failed ventures to building seven thriving businesses. She reflects on why township enterprises can be world‑class and scalable.

Golden Hour is rewriting the sunscreen rulebook with SPF designed specifically for melanated skin. Co‑founder Bonolo Matjila shares the five‑year journey of formulation— and why solving this uniquely South African problem is reshaping the local beauty industry.

South Africa’s township economy remains one of the country’s most important but often under-discussed economic engines, supporting thousands of small businesses, informal traders, and family-owned enterprises that provide essential goods, services, and employment opportunities. Yet many township businesses continue to operate in a challenging environment shaped by regulatory red tape,…

From starting out as a logistics clerk to building a nationally recognised logistics business, Tshepo Mekoa’s journey is a lesson in patience, grit and long-term vision. The founder of Brima Logistics recently reflected on social media about the 12-year climb it took before he became CEO of his own company…