Small Business

This week, we chat with mother- daughter duo Samantha Simmons and Nicolette Hill about Cactus East London, the small business they run together. Q: What...

This week we chatted to Christel Fray of Stella’s Eats about her food business and how she shares her...

Oriya Computers founder Jacques van Wyk is a Berea-based technician whose expertise in computer repairs, upgrades and refurbished laptops is invaluable. From malware removal to...

In a proactive move to bolster local agriculture and provide consumers with access to fresh, organic produce, the Border Kei Chamber of Businesses (BKCOB)...

This week, we speak to local barber David-James Groeneveldt, who is passionate about his craft and providing a professional cutting-edge service to...

This week we chat to Natalie van Heek, owner of Takara Wellness Centre, where she and her team offer massage therapy. Q: What service do...

LISAKHANYA NDWAYI A Mdantsane-based delivery and convenience platform, MDZ Go, has completed more than 500 orders within its first month of operation while growing its...

We chat to Sigqibo Maci about his approach to running his business, Jojo Cleaning Services. What services do you offer? A: We offer residential and industrial...

In just one-month, East London’s Lakin Thompson has turned a simple idea into a fast-growing, family-powered business that’s already winning the hearts (and appetites)...

Tiffany van As, the founder of Styled by Tiff, is an East London hairstylist who’s redefining convenience with evening and weekend appointments. She works...

This week we chat to Colette Ragaval about her catering business, Colette’s Delicacies, which she uses to explore various cooking and baking techniques while...

This week, we chat to two local businesses that cater for back-to-school needs. Sonja Botha, who runs her own hair salon, Hair by Sons,...

EMIHLE MBANGATHA Pink Fairy organisation founder Mike Webb is on a mission to bring joy to the elderly this festive season. On December 11, Webb will...

At just 32 years old, Siyabonga Dingiswayo from Mdantsane has built a growing baking business from his home kitchen. His passion, perseverance, and community...

This week, we profile Bonke Monono, owner of SirB Foods & Gaming Zone, a one-of-a-kind entertainment and food establishment. Q: What service do you provide? A:...

The Global Entrepreneurship Week came to East London for the first time from November 13-16. It began in Mdantsane and continued on to Duncan Village...

TANDO NKUNGWANA Silverdale Women’s Development NPC from Kidds Beach and Yizanazo Co-operative from Amalinda saw the culmination of a dream fulfilled last week when they...

What services do you offer? We offer coaching and training in the form of dance and fitness. When did your business start? We are officially open now...

We chat to Melissa Volmink about the ins and outs of her business Boujee Box. Q: What products do you make?    A: I make customised gift...

We chat with mother-daughter, Jamie and Clarice Sidwell, baking about their baked goods business, Whisked Kitchen. Q: How and when did the idea of starting...

The theme for this year’s Women’s Month is “Celebrating 30 years of freedom towards women’s development”. Kerry Hiles is a singer and bassist who spreads...

A group of eight East London women are receiving training through an appliance repair programme, hosted by a non-profit social enterprise, Taking Care of...

  As we get ready to welcome Spring, we chat to Marlene Muller who sells plants as well as handmade and recycled pots for your...

This October, Beyond Beauty marks a decade of delivering outstanding beauty services to the East London community. Located at 35 Preston Avenue, Vincent, Beyond Beauty...

Though she is no stranger to “girl-bossing”, East Londoner Kylie Saunders is new to the foodie scene in town. Launching Golden Wands Waffle Sticks —...

Best friend duo Natasha Hogg and Marika Jacobs have combined their skills and love for creative arts to not only making beautiful handmade jewellery...

We chat with Zintle Madikane about how creating her own perfume beats rebranding existing products. What inspired you to start your own perfume business? I grew...

Simone Klaasen, co-founder of Ginger Love, proudly represented SA at Japan’s Food Export Fair 2023, marking yet another successful international expo for the brand. This...

What services do you offer? Male grooming services such as hair cuts, beard trims, hot towel shaves and waxing. When did your business start? The business stared...

This week we chat with chef Sharon Ngxoki about the delicious dishes she shares with her clientele through her business, Iziko-Lam Catering. Q: How did...

After August 8, we may witness ratepayers’ associations from across the city institute legal action against the Buffalo City Municipality’s (BCM) electricity tariff increases...

We chat to Fran Stassen, a ceramic artist, who turned her hobby into a business called Fran Made. What do you do?  During the day I’m...

This week we chat to Yolanda Taku  who runs her wig business Crown Queens, where she sells good quality, affordable wigs. What services do you...

This week we chatted to Afika Mazwi, one of the founders of the newly established events company, Majestic Events. Q: What services do you offer? A:...

This week we chatted to Chantal du Toit, who gains satisfaction from selling food as a means of providing for her young family Q: What...

The FIM Motocross of African Nations Continental Championship will be taking place this weekend in Cape Town and three talented East London riders will...

TANDO NKUNGWANA Ginger Love wants you to put just R10 a month towards preventing a child from going to bed hungry through their newly launched...

According to this month’s Wedding and Function Magazine, Buffalo City vendors are the best at pulling off top-notch weddings, with East London wedding singers...

This week we chat with Aphiwe Folisa, a self-taught tattoo artist, about what it takes to run his successful tattoo studio, Toxic Ink Tattoo...

Ayabulela Mabinda is the director of an EL-based small business called Black Race Sneaker Wash. What services do you offer?   We offer sneaker wash and footwear...

In a world where many young people are told to follow a traditional path — study, graduate, and secure a stable job — Ayathula...

FAITH MTWANA This week, we speak to creative couple Vincent and Cadi van der Merwe about their personalisation business Creative Living. Q: Describe what you do? A:...

For parents seeking a trustworthy babysitter over the weekend, Rhonwyn Leendertz offers more than just supervision, she provides care, creativity, and a deep love...

The 10th Annual Woman of Stature Awards SA dazzled guests at a glittering gala held at the Indaba Hotel, Spa & Conference Centre on...

Chintsa’s Sardine Festival kicks off from July 4-13, celebrating the spectacular sardine run, which marks the migration of shoals of silver fish along SA’s...

What services do you offer? I offer hair services for men, women and children. These services include cutting, colouring and styling. I also offer up-styles...

What services or products do you offer? I create pathways at schools to encourage children to use their bodies and I offer designer picnics. When did...

Youth unemployment is an unfortunate fate that two Hudson Park High School grade 11 pupils intend to avoid by launching their own small business...

In the bustling streets of Quigney, where small businesses hustle for visibility, one young entrepreneur is not just printing brands, she’s building a legacy. At...

How did you get started with crochet, and what inspired you to turn it into a business? We chat to Carol Lombaard about her small...