Entrepreneurs
Discover inspiring South African founder stories, startup lessons, and success journeys on Startup Mag. Learn from entrepreneurs turning ideas into thriving businesses and get insights to fuel your own startup growth.
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RSK Cosmetics: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Bright Manganye and Lessons for Aspiring Founders
RSK Cosmetics: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Bright Manganye and Lessons for Aspiring Founders. Bright Manganye started RSK Cosmetics as an…
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iNtombi Natural Hair Care: How Mmakgabo Dlomo Is Redefining Afro Hair
iNtombi Natural Hair Care: How Mmakgabo Dlomo Is Redefining Afro Hair. Mmakgabo Dlomo launched iNtombi Natural Hair Care in 2022…
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Big Zulu On The Importance Of Getting Legal Help In Business: “Don’t Sign What You Don’t Understand”
In an insightful interview with SA Hip Hop Mag, multi-platinum selling rapper and Nkabi Records founder, Big Zulu, offered a powerful piece of advice…
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How Thesis Lifestyle Grew from Soweto Streetwear to a South African Fashion Powerhouse
How Thesis Lifestyle Grew from Soweto Streetwear to a South African Fashion Powerhouse. Wandile Zondo and Galebowe Mahlatsi launched Thesis…
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Township Brands Store: How Refiloe Molefe Created a Marketplace for Township Fashion
Township Brands Store: How Refiloe Molefe Created a Marketplace for Township Fashion. Refiloe Molefe co‑founded Township Brands Store in Alexandra,…
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Tailored for Success: The Smart Tailors Story and Lessons for Entrepreneurs
Tailored for Success: The Smart Tailors Story and Lessons for Entrepreneurs. Smart Tailors, based in Sandton’s Michelangelo Towers, offers bespoke…
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Striding with Purpose: The Leeto Footwear Journey and Lessons from Founder Phuti Matt
Striding with Purpose: The Leeto Footwear Journey and Lessons from Founder Phuti Matt. Phuti Matt launched Leeto Footwear in 2021 in…
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iGemmer Beverage Solutions: Lessons from Thokozani Mathenjwa’s Brand-Building Journey
iGemmer Beverage Solutions: Lessons from Thokozani Mathenjwa’s Brand-Building Journey. Thokozani Zakheni Ditadi Mathenjwa founded iGemmer Beverage Solutions in 2017. The company set out…
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Mopani Queens: From Kitchen Startup to Sustainable Snack Pioneer
Mopani Queens: From Kitchen Startup to Sustainable Snack Pioneer. In 2018 Puti Kabasa found herself facing a crisis. From her…
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Connecting Communities: The Net Nine Nine Story and Lessons for Entrepreneurs
Connecting Communities: The Net Nine Nine Story and Lessons for Entrepreneurs. Albert Oosthuysen and Nicholas Thipe launched Net Nine Nine…
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Ease Mobile Spa: How Reabetswe Mafisa Built a Leading Wellness Brand
Ease Mobile Spa: How Reabetswe Mafisa Built a Leading Wellness Brand. Reabetswe Mafisa launched Ease Mobile Spa in 2014 with…
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Awakening the Rooibos Market: Lessons from the Rise of Mavusana Premium Rooibos
Awakening the Rooibos Market: Lessons from the Rise of Mavusana Premium Rooibos. Mavusana Premium Rooibos is not just another tea…
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How Matomani Turned a Limpopo Tradition into a Global Protein Revolution
How Matomani Turned a Limpopo Tradition into a Global Protein Revolution. Matomani emerged from the heart of Limpopo’s mopani forests…
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