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The Konvenient Magazine, located in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa, is a premier publication dedicated to recognizing, celebrating, and empowering entrepreneurial leaders. Our mission is to inspire and inform with cutting-edge insights and transformative strategies tailored for the dynamic business landscape.
At The Konvenient Magazine, we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled content that fosters growth, innovation, and leadership excellence within the entrepreneurial community. With a team passionate about storytelling and business success, we are committed to becoming the beacon of knowledge for those aspiring to make a significant impact in their industries
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Bambo Talent Agency welcomes Gqeberha house music artist Khanya Myataza.
On image: New single artwork. Gqeberha, Eastern Cape – Bambo Talent Agency is pleased to announce the addition of emerging house music artist Khanya Myataza to its growing family of talent, marking an exciting new chapter in the young singer's musical journey. Born and raised in Gqeberha, Khanya is an upcoming artist whose smooth vocals and heartfelt sound are beginning to shape her identity in the music industry. With a passion for house music and a desire to connect with pe
JCI Sandton hosts 2026 local convention, leadership in action: Raising the standard for South Africa’s future.
On image: The Gala Dinner gift giving group photo with Mmusi Maimane. Sandton, Johannesburg - JCI Sandton hosted its 2026 Local Convention on 03 October 2026 at Southern Sun, Rosebank, bringing together young active citizens, business leaders and community partners under the theme "Leadership in action: raising the standard for South Africa’s future". The convention is a flagship event on the JCI Sandton calendar. It celebrates the chapter's achievements, recognises outstandi
Eight years of building LX Events, and Loudeaux Minnie is still raising the bar.
On image: Loudeaux Minnie, founder of LX Events Management. For us, it is always a pleasure to tell the stories of the silent hard workers who always focus on serving others well, while they are there, behind the scenes. What we know is that most people, most spaces and most events experience excellence and keep moving without looking at how we reached that excellence, what went right and who brought all the right pieces together to begin with. In this cover feature, we are
Business
JCI Sandton hosts 2026 local convention, leadership in action: Raising the standard for South Africa’s future.
On image: The Gala Dinner gift giving group photo with Mmusi Maimane. Sandton, Johannesburg - JCI Sandton hosted its 2026 Local Convention on 03 October 2026 at Southern Sun, Rosebank, bringing together young active citizens, business leaders and community partners under the theme "Leadership in action: raising the standard for South Africa’s future". The convention is a flagship event on the JCI Sandton calendar. It celebrates the chapter's achievements, recognises outstandi
Eight years of building LX Events, and Loudeaux Minnie is still raising the bar.
On image: Loudeaux Minnie, founder of LX Events Management. For us, it is always a pleasure to tell the stories of the silent hard workers who always focus on serving others well, while they are there, behind the scenes. What we know is that most people, most spaces and most events experience excellence and keep moving without looking at how we reached that excellence, what went right and who brought all the right pieces together to begin with. In this cover feature, we are
KAEVO: Two founders, one vision and a bigger plan for African ambition.
On image, from left: Shaq Sutton and Mark Akakpo, founders of KAEVO. As the famous quote says, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.” And in this story, we hear about KAEVO and how the duo behind it sees the brand in 10 years’ time. But first, let’s start by getting to know them and understanding their current journey.
Technology
S4 Integration continued investment in the future of STEM education in the Nelson Mandela Metro.
Image supplied. GQEBERHA, SOUTH AFRICA - S4 Integration launched their 8th session of the CARE (Coding And Robotics for Educators) at their software division (Wirk) this week, highlighting the tangible impact of its corporate social investment in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education. The event brought together industrial automation leaders, key educational technologists, and local educators to showcase how industry-led partnerships are br
SA smart glasses for visually impaired innovation ranked among world's top startups, founder appeals for public support.
Residing in Mdantsane in the Eastern Cape, a young man watched his visually impaired grandmother navigate daily life with courage and resilience. He saw the challenges she faced. He saw how something as simple as moving around independently could become difficult. And at just 11 years old, he made a promise to her: one day, he would create a solution that could help visually impaired people live more independently. Years later, that promise is becoming a reality. Today, E
South African e-hailing platform Bro shifts power back to drivers.
On image: CEO and founder of Bro, Persy Qamata. We all know in every industry that has reached a level of comfort, disruption is not just inevitable, it is necessary. Systems that remain unchanged for too long begin to serve themselves instead of the people they were designed for. South Africa’s e-hailing space is no exception. For years, commuters and drivers alike have navigated a system that works, but not always fairly, not always safely, and not always with the local con
Sports
Fifth Betway SA20 season to start at St George’s Park on 17 January with the Final taking place at Newlands on 21 February.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Pretoria Capitals will battle it out in a repeat of the Season 4 Final when the fifth season of Betway SA20 gets underway on Sunday, 17 January 2027 at St George’s Park in Gqeberha. The full list of fixtures announced today reveals a bumper month of non-stop cricket and entertainment, with all six stadiums around the country set to host the world's best T20 stars in action. Fans will be able to maximise their weekend entertainment with four blockbus
The role of sport in holistic education
Images supplied. Far from being a ‘nice-to-have’ on the timetable, sport plays a vital role in shaping well-rounded young people – building character, confidence and connection in ways that extend far beyond the field. At its best, it becomes a powerful tool in holistic education, developing not just physical ability, but emotional intelligence, resilience and a strong sense of self. More than just the game While winning and performance have their place, the true value of s
NMBM strengthens global sporting reputation.
Image supplied. Nelson Mandela Bay continues to strengthen its position as a leading destination for sport tourism, with the Nelson Mandela Bay–sponsored IRONMAN South Africa African Championship standing out as a flagship event that delivers significant economic and social value to the Metro. The 2025 edition of the event once again demonstrated the City’s capability to host world-class international competitions, attracting athletes and visitors from across the globe. Accor
Entertainment
Bambo Talent Agency welcomes Gqeberha house music artist Khanya Myataza.
On image: New single artwork. Gqeberha, Eastern Cape – Bambo Talent Agency is pleased to announce the addition of emerging house music artist Khanya Myataza to its growing family of talent, marking an exciting new chapter in the young singer's musical journey. Born and raised in Gqeberha, Khanya is an upcoming artist whose smooth vocals and heartfelt sound are beginning to shape her identity in the music industry. With a passion for house music and a desire to connect with pe
From Gqeberha to the small screen: Media Seven brings three new children’s worlds to South African television.
On image: Nature Nerd. There is something powerful about seeing locally created stories make their way onto national television, particularly when those stories are designed to educate, entertain and speak to South African children in ways that feel familiar. This October, Gqeberha-based Media Seven is bringing three new animated productions to South African screens - Nature Nerd, The Pencil Tin and Gordon. While each series enters a completely different world, from wildlife
Mandela Bay’s music video revolution takes centre stage.
Image supplied. For almost a decade, an idea has been taking shape in Nelson Mandela Bay - that music videos should be viewed as far more than promotional tools for songs. They can be powerful vehicles for storytelling, cultural expression, social commentary, commercial opportunity and, importantly, a showcase for the people and places that make South Africa unique. That vision is now alive and on stage again on 24 September 2026 when the Mandela Bay Music Video Film Festival
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