"Muthu ndi muthu nga vhathu"
When we are in high school we are encouraged to finish matric, go to University, get a good jobs.... that is how black African children make a living, that's was the only way most of us have been programmed to believe and follow anyways, while i strongly advocate for one getting a University qualification i can't help but think: "what if there was another way to attain economic empowerment as young black people?".
I remember last year, one of my friends telling me that he quit his full-time job as a mechanical engineer to start his own business, i felt a sense of admiration for him because i grew up in a house that had a string of small businesses, my late father, Mr TJ Sigama, was a teacher/educator by profession but the Department of Education was not his only source of income, he worked odd jobs on the side and had several businesses in Video production, brick-laying, Wood& sand distribution. TJ did business with so much confidence, where it failed, he learnt. Where it prospered, he pressed on.
Too many young people, particularly those in South Africa, lack the courage to take the first step to starting their own business. This could be due to any number of issues, including a difficult background, financial issues or long-term unemployment but without self-belief, young people will struggle to succeed at all. Yet there are those among us who have taken a bold move towards becoming their own bosses!
Here are 8 small businesses owned by young Venda people that we must cheer for and support:
1. RT. Cabs
With their modern and comfortable vehicles, R.T CABS is currently based in Pretoria west, they deliver people to places all over South Africa depending on where the client wants to go. "In 2012 I went for an orientation for a company called UD TRUCKS. A few minuets into the orientation I knew that one day I'd like to see my self into the transportation industry"-Rudzani Tshivhase.
2. Nangi Photography
Currently based in Midrand, Munangiwa Lumadi started his own photography business shooting high profile weddings and parties in and around South Africa. His love for the Media and experience in non-commercial video production compelled him to start his own business. "Right now i offer photography, but plan to expand into video, web design and other media related products"-Munangiwa Lumadi
3. Muccolity nails
Muccolity was founded by Anza Mungoni in order to provide affordable manicure and pedicure services to women/girls in and around Gauteng(JHB, VAAL, PTA), the best part about her business is that its mobile! Imagine not having to spend a day in a stinky saloon(sounds good right?)...Muccolity offers door-to-door service to her customers.
4. Blink digital magazine
Started by Gundo Victor Mpapele Ndobe, this online magazine offers up to date entertainment, edutainment and celebrity news at the tip of your fingers. The best we can do is read it and support our homeboy
5. Mphephu events and hire
If you are looking to hire out equipment for your event-be it a wedding, baby shower, bridal shower, graduation party..then look no further, Mphephu events and hire will help you make your event a success by providing high class equipment at a minimal fee. The owner of the company, Anza Ndwambi, hails from a small village near Vuwani, Limpopo.
"The thought of having to be part of making people's special day come alive is my inspiration"-Anza
6. Solid creations group
Tell your mommies and daddies and cousins and pets that if they are in need of construction services, they should look no further. Solid group creations offers all construction related services and logistics. The company was started by two young aspiring entepreneurs, Shaolin Da Gama and Kebone Michelle Molekwa.
7. The Social market PTA
I didn't know about this event before my younger brother told me about it a year ago. I began following(and stalking) one of the founders(pictured above) Maitelewawe. This is a very unique business style. By buying weird clothing from thrift shops and turning them into distinctive styles, Maitele and his business partners Thifhelimbilu and Sipokazi started the event- every first Sunday of the month they assemble fashionistas from near and far to showcase their self-made fashion style, this is one of the most famous social event in Pretoria.
The best we can do is attend their events and support our people.
8. Ziv Photography
Pfanelo Makungo has turned his love for photography into something more than just a hobby. He is based in Cape Town but often travels to Johannesburg and Limpopo for shoots. Pfanelo is originally from Venda, Limpopo and has previously lived in Joburg and Bloemfontein.
Contact: azivphotography@gmail.com / 081 5011 675
Please do support these small businesses started by our very own people.
SHUMELA VENDA.
When we are in high school we are encouraged to finish matric, go to University, get a good jobs.... that is how black African children make a living, that's was the only way most of us have been programmed to believe and follow anyways, while i strongly advocate for one getting a University qualification i can't help but think: "what if there was another way to attain economic empowerment as young black people?".
I remember last year, one of my friends telling me that he quit his full-time job as a mechanical engineer to start his own business, i felt a sense of admiration for him because i grew up in a house that had a string of small businesses, my late father, Mr TJ Sigama, was a teacher/educator by profession but the Department of Education was not his only source of income, he worked odd jobs on the side and had several businesses in Video production, brick-laying, Wood& sand distribution. TJ did business with so much confidence, where it failed, he learnt. Where it prospered, he pressed on.
Too many young people, particularly those in South Africa, lack the courage to take the first step to starting their own business. This could be due to any number of issues, including a difficult background, financial issues or long-term unemployment but without self-belief, young people will struggle to succeed at all. Yet there are those among us who have taken a bold move towards becoming their own bosses!
Here are 8 small businesses owned by young Venda people that we must cheer for and support:
1. RT. Cabs
2. Nangi Photography
Currently based in Midrand, Munangiwa Lumadi started his own photography business shooting high profile weddings and parties in and around South Africa. His love for the Media and experience in non-commercial video production compelled him to start his own business. "Right now i offer photography, but plan to expand into video, web design and other media related products"-Munangiwa Lumadi
3. Muccolity nails
4. Blink digital magazine
5. Mphephu events and hire
"The thought of having to be part of making people's special day come alive is my inspiration"-Anza
6. Solid creations group
7. The Social market PTA
The best we can do is attend their events and support our people.
8. Ziv Photography
Pfanelo Makungo has turned his love for photography into something more than just a hobby. He is based in Cape Town but often travels to Johannesburg and Limpopo for shoots. Pfanelo is originally from Venda, Limpopo and has previously lived in Joburg and Bloemfontein.
Contact: azivphotography@gmail.com / 081 5011 675
Please do support these small businesses started by our very own people.
SHUMELA VENDA.
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