Entrepreneurship is playing a vital role in tackling gender bias in male dominated sectors.As load shedding woes continue to plague South Africa, a Cape Town based business is transforming the way residents power their homes and businesses.
Women are starting businesses in greater numbers than ever before and are paving the way for future generations of women (and men) to succeed in little-known industries – an achievement not to be taken lightly.
As we salute extraordinary women across South Africa this Women’s Month, we spotlight an entrepreneur that turned her hobby into a flourishing baking business
The lack of effective waste management services inspired Puso Monametsi to leave his corporate job to start a business that ensures his community in Morokweng in North West lives in a clean environment.
That’s the insight that’s helped drive PCS Cleaning Services grow into a full-service cleaning and maintenance company employing more than 85 people. With a focus on creating multiple benefits for clients, its impact is felt by the community too. Founder Nompumelelo Mhlanga explains that the 100% black, youth-owned company is committed to creating jobs in iLembe, the KwaZulu-Natal region where it is based.