Jumpstart
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Jumpstart - How one family’s secret recipe proves to be a money-making machine
In this episode of Jumpstart we look at Manana and Sons, a tuck-shop turned township craze that sells one of the most wanted kotas in the country. Mjomane Manana explains how he has taken his small business and turned it into a lucrative business for futu
Jumpstart - This is how you can make a profit as a street vendor
When this budding entrepreneur opened his first fruit sales shop, many obstacles stood in his way. Taking it to the streets he now runs Good Luck Fruits and Veggies, which not only allows him to fund his children’s schooling but has also created jobs in h
How to start a Kota business
After completing his Bcom in Logistics in 2013, Bernard realised that finding a job was very challenging. This is one of the reasons Bernard started Spiliatio (Italian slag meaning ‘the preferred one’) fast food in Meadowlands Soweto. Bernard shares his
How Chi Chi Afro is townships favourite dish
Husband and wife doing it for the family, Chi Chi Afro Foods is more than just a fast food business but a place that reminds customers of home cooked meals made with love. Chi Chi Afro Foods is a new business but has been growing from strength to strength
How a street corner barber shop is creating jobs
After being a construction worker did not work out, Moses opened his barber shop from just two hair cutter machines and now he gives expert advice on how to make it as a barber shop and how to gain a client’s trust.
Starting a business in Vilikazi Street in less than R1000
V-corner is a business on Vilikazi street. It sells snacks and is growing quickly, V-corner explains how they made it and how tourists visiting the area have contributed to the growth of their business.
How this Chesa nyama business rose to success
Setha ‘Knorrox’, owner of Woza Knorrox started small. Today his business is thriving and here is how he did it.
How a trash business can be good treasure
Ike shares how he started his trash business after injuries ended his sports career and how the recycling business has helped him to take care of his family.
Starting a grilled chicken business in Soweto: in under R1000
The Shmoko family started selling grilled chicken in 2015. Here, they share how they started the business and the challenges they still face.
Tips on how to start a tyre business
Bika Sibisi started his tyre business in Soweto in 2005 to combat the lack of jobs. Twelve years later he shares how he started and how his business has grown for others to learn.