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Eric Poku Shoe doctor
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Poku, the Shoe Doctor?: Here’s a new kind of ‘doctor’ in Pretoria

School train
Start-up Africa

Students of Soshanguve High School build SOLAR-powered train

Gizzards
Start-up Africa

Crazy about chicken gizzards

Eric Poku Shoe doctor
Start-up Africa

Poku, the Shoe Doctor?: Here’s a new kind of ‘doctor’ in Pretoria

School train
Start-up Africa

Students of Soshanguve High School build SOLAR-powered train

Gizzards
Start-up Africa

Crazy about chicken gizzards

Government empowers SA's youth to overcome challenges
Start-up Africa

Government empowers SA’s youth to overcome challenges

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele01-06-2023 09:42

One inspiring example is the success story of Tumi Mdluli, a 35-year-old entrepreneur who benefited from these government interventions.

Limpopo farmer inspires youth to thrive in agriculture
Start-up Africa

Limpopo farmer inspires youth to thrive in agriculture

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele01-06-2023 09:06

Limpopo farmer, Frank Monaheng, is revolutionizing the agricultural landscape with his remarkable success story.

Innovative app PasswordKid ensures child safety in schools
Start-up Africa

Innovative app PasswordKid ensures child safety in schools

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele01-06-2023 08:43

The PasswordKid App serves as the central tool for parents to register trusted delegates who can pick up their children.

Pretoria Entrepreneurs overcome rejection by major retailers
Start-up Africa

Pretoria entrepreneurs overcome rejection by major retailers

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele31-05-2023 15:02

In the face of rejection from major retailers, two determined entrepreneurs from Pretoria have taken matters into their own hands.

Ga-rankuwa residents unable to deal with uncollected waste.
Start-up Africa

E-waste company revolutionizes electronic recycling in SA

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele31-05-2023 14:42

Basadi E-Waste, an innovative recycling company owned by Kgothatso Ndema, is making waves in South Africa’s e-waste sector.

National orders recognize remarkable contributions: Ramaphosa
Start-up Africa

National orders recognize remarkable contributions – Ramaphosa

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele22-05-2023 11:25

The National Orders, presented by the President, recognized individuals who have demonstrated bravery and fostered international friendship.

Millions of young South Africans are jobless: Soft skills
Start-up Africa

Millions of young South Africans are jobless: Soft skills

By The Conversation15-05-2023 14:22

South Africa has the potential to harness the benefits of having more than half of its population under 30 years old. However

Legal Aid South Africa expands eligibility with new Means Test thresholds
Start-up Africa

Legal Aid SA expands eligibility with new Means Test thresholds

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele03-05-2023 12:09

Legal Aid SA has revised its Means Test thresholds to accommodate more South Africans who require legal assistance but cannot afford.

Imaphumulo FM launches to empower and entertain listeners
Start-up Africa

Imaphumulo FM launches to empower and entertain listeners

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele03-05-2023 11:47

Imaphumulo FM, a newly launched online radio station, is set to make a significant impact in KwaZulu-Natal’s north coast communities.

Beekeeper turns adversity into opportunity with Honey Nectarous
Start-up Africa

Beekeeper turns adversity into opportunity with Honey Nectarous

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele03-05-2023 11:17

Job Betha, a beekeeper based in Brits, turned a difficult situation into a successful business with the launch of Honey Nectarous.

Creating a vibrant economy through R.A. Vuthela creations
Start-up Africa

Creating a vibrant economy through R.A. Vuthela creations

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele02-05-2023 16:48

Local entrepreneurs urge South Africans to buy locally manufactured products for economic growth and nation-building

UJ student wins national furniture design competition
Start-up Africa

UJ student wins national furniture design competition

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele28-04-2023 14:49

Tshepiso Motau, a final-year Industrial Design student at the University of Johannesburg, has won the Furniture Design Competition.

Vodacom Invites Applications for 2024 Merit Bursary Programme
Start-up Africa

Vodacom invites applications for 2024 Merit Bursary Programme

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele28-04-2023 14:12

Vodacom, a leading South African telecommunications company, has announced the opening of its 2024 Merit Bursary Programme.

Work experience programme opening doors for young people
Start-up Africa

Work experience programme opening doors for young people

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele20-04-2023 15:37

The Youth Employment Service (YES) programme launched in South Africa in 2018 to address the issue of youth unemployment.

Cosmetologist Lutendo Malambe creates unique fragrances
Start-up Africa

Cosmetologist Lutendo Malambe creates unique fragrances

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele20-04-2023 12:06

Lutendo Malambe, a qualified cosmetologist from Centurion, Gauteng, is the brains behind Luvha Designer Scents.

Halalisiwe Mncwango's restaurant boosts local economy
Start-up Africa

Halalisiwe Mncwango’s restaurant boosts local economy

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele20-04-2023 11:51

Halalisiwe Mncwango, the owner of Halalisa Restaurant and Shisanyama, is making a significant impact on the local economy by creating jobs.

From unemployed graduate to pig farmer
Start-up Africa

From unemployed graduate to pig farmer

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele19-04-2023 16:22

Zintle James, a 24-year-old pig farmer from Sterkspruit in the Eastern Cape, has embarked on a journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur.

South African creatives express their freedom through design
Start-up Africa

South African creatives express their freedom through design

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele19-04-2023 15:53

South African designers are using their creativity to express their freedom as the country commemorates Freedom Month in April.

Minister Patel urges citizens to buy locally manufactured products
Start-up Africa

Minister Patel urges citizens to buy locally manufactured products

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele19-04-2023 15:09

“Support Local Businesses: Buying Locally Manufactured Products Puts Food on Someone’s Table” says Minister Patel.

Ayanda Zulu's farming business overcomes floods
Start-up Africa

Ayanda Zulu’s farming business overcomes floods

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele06-04-2023 12:04

Ayanda Zulu, a resident of KwaNongoma in the Zululand district, had a difficult time finding employment after completing her studies.

Young entrepreneur shares a recipe for success in the construction
Start-up Africa

Young entrepreneur shares a recipe for success in the construction

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele03-04-2023 11:40

Phiwokuhle Manana’s passion for the industry started when he got a job as a construction worker after matriculation.

Digital artist Thapelo shaping the future of South African art
Start-up Africa

Digital artist Thapelo shaping the future of South African art

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele03-04-2023 11:17

Thapelo Keetile, a 33-year-old digital artist from Kuruman, expresses his gratitude for the freedom to explore his career as an artist in SA.

CHIETA's Lesedi Youth Fund settles university debts for students
Start-up Africa

CHIETA’s Lesedi Youth Fund settles university debts for students

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele03-04-2023 10:48

CHIETA has established the Lesedi Youth Fund to provide funding for students in their final years of study in the chemicals industry.

Unemployed youth in get trained as Food Safety Quality Assurers
Start-up Africa

Unemployed youth get trained as Food Safety Quality Assurers

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele31-03-2023 11:25

Nelisiwe Tshabangu, a 33-year-old from Pretoria, Gauteng, has recently become a student in the Food Safety Assurer programme.

Boredom during lockdown inspired organic skincare start-up
Start-up Africa

Boredom during lockdown inspired organic skincare start-up

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele31-03-2023 10:46

Meet the founder of Namhla Collection, an innovative organic skincare range business based in the Eastern Cape.

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