They risked their pensions to buy the company they worked for

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Wayne Da Costa and Gideon Monyelekgau spent years learning every part of Tensile Rubber Hoses before making a life-changing decision. When the business came up for sale, they invested their pension savings to buy it.

They share how they transformed from employees into business owners, the lessons they've learned about manufacturing and customer relationships, and why backing local expertise continues to drive their success.
7 Jul English South Africa Business News · Business

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