On image: The Voice of Courage Fashion Show, held 14 August – with a sizeable handover, to the two deserving Beneficiaries – Yokhuselo Haven for Abused Women and Community Chest. GQEBERHA, EASTERN CAPE – Fashion once again proved that it can be a powerful force for good as the Voice of Courage Fashion Show brought together style, creativity and social impact at Boardwalk ICC on Friday, 14 August. Hosted by Boardwalk Hotel and Casino in partnership with Camelot Spa, the initia

Image supplied. GQEBERHA, EASTERN CAPE - Mr Brown brings nearly 40 years of public-sector experience in disaster management and municipal administration. He joined the Port Elizabeth Municipality in 1984 and was appointed Head: Disaster Management for Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality in 2003, a position he held until his retirement in October 2023. Throughout his distinguished career, Mr Brown played a key role in establishing the Nelson Mandela Bay Disaster Management Centre,

On image: DJ Sbu discusses the property business during the launch of his book, Brick By Brick. Rosebank, Johannesburg - Last night, we made our way to Rosebank's Exclusive Books, where ambition, curiosity and entrepreneurial spirit filled the room as renowned businessman, author and media personality Sbusiso Leope, better known as DJ Sbu, engaged readers and aspiring entrepreneurs in an insightful conversation centred around his latest book, Brick By Brick. The engagement fo

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

Image supplied. iFani's new eight-track mixtape 'Msebenzi Wam' has finally dropped, and his tour, which began in Johannesburg in July and concluded in Motherwell, Gqeberha, has been a great success. Fans turned out in numbers to show their love and support for his music, proving that his audience has been waiting for this moment. Just days after the project's release, people on the streets have already begun naming their favourite songs. For me, the body of work is solid from

On image: The woman behind Tolokazi Beer and Cider, Apiwe Nxusani-Mawela. I recently spent one of my Friday afternoons in a different setting, sipping on a cold, locally brewed sorghum beer while having one of the conversations I had been anticipating the most, with Apiwe Mawela, the woman behind Tolokazi Beer. Throughout our conversation, Apiwe barely spoke about brewing techniques or beer. Instead, she repeatedly returned to people - training them, mentoring them, connect

Images supplied. As The Konvenient Magazine, we are always quick to identify and celebrate brands that deserve visibility. Sometimes it is because a business has already proven itself, and sometimes it is because we see the potential long before the rest of the market does. Either way, our role remains the same: to make sure a story is told, a brand is celebrated, and a founder receives the encouragement they deserve. Every entrepreneur needs that reassuring pat on the back,

On image: Founder of Hide and Sude, Phiwe Mareka Sekoalane. You ever scroll through your social media feed and suddenly bump into a brand name that instantly makes you curious? Before you know it, you've clicked on their page, and all you can think is, WOW. The branding is clean, the products are beautifully designed, and you immediately realise that some people aren't just dreaming, they're making sure those dreams come to life in clear, well-designed, and stunning ways. Wel

On image: Founder of Imani PR Management, Imani Ndaba. We recently caught up with Imani Ndaba, one of Johannesburg's quietly influential PR professionals, to learn more about the woman behind Imani PR Firm. Warm, down-to-earth and passionate about helping others succeed, Ndaba has built a reputation for telling stories that matter. At a time when businesses, entrepreneurs and public figures are all fighting for attention, she believes real impact comes from authenticity, not

Event artwork. Every thriving economy has one thing in common: entrepreneurs who are willing to solve problems, create opportunities and build businesses that outlive them. While governments create policy and corporations drive investment, it is entrepreneurs who often become the heartbeat of local economies, creating jobs, stimulating innovation and transforming communities. Behind every successful business is a network of people who opened a door, shared knowledge, introduc

On image: Journalist, Communications Professional, Women's Empowerment Advocate and Gender Studies Researcher, Mmabatho Makotanyane. I must say that there are people who simply report on social issues, and then there are those who dedicate their lives to understanding them. Mmabatho Makotanyane belongs to the latter. As a journalist, communications professional, women's empowerment advocate and Gender Studies researcher, she has spent years creating spaces where women can he

On image: Thembinkosi Booi. Seeing familiar names getting back in the game and re-emphasising their greatness through their talent is always a beautiful thing to witness. We all know that life has seasons when one's well runs dry, and taking a step back to regain strength and allow that well to flow with healing water again is sometimes the wisest decision anyone can make. For gospel musician Thembinkosi Booi, that season of renewal has only strengthened his purpose, remindin

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

Image supplied. Cape Town, July 2026 - After years of exhibiting and teaching across the globe, acclaimed South African artist Zanele Muholi is finally bringing a major solo exhibition home. Titled Kanye Nawe, meaning “with you,” “alongside you,” or “oneness” in isiZulu, the show opens on 18 July 2026 at Southern Guild Cape Town and runs until 10 September 2026. Occupying the entire gallery at Silo 5, V&A Waterfront, Kanye Nawe gathers photography, sculpture, and the award-wi

Image supplied. South African organisations are undergoing the most severe fuel price shock in recent years driven by the Strait of Hormuz crisis and the Iran-US-Israel conflict. Despite this week’s decreases, different grades of fuel are still R4 to R6 higher than what they were in March 2026. The return of the fuel price to previous levels lies not in the oil markets but in government policy. The CEO of MasterDrive, Eugene Herbert, explains: "The temporary general fuel le

On image: Thanda Sithole, FNB & WesBank Senior Economist. South Africa's new vehicle market maintained its impressive momentum in June, recording its strongest June sales performance since 2007 despite mounting economic headwinds. According to The Automotive Business Council, NAAMSA, aggregate domestic new vehicle sales reached 54 482 units, representing an increase of 15,3% increase from the 47 269 units sold in June 2025. Meanwhile, export volumes continued to soften, decli

Image by: Asher Pardey The spaza industry has, for a long time, represented a major economic loss for many black South African communities, particularly since foreign nationals entered and expanded within the space. It has highlighted how we have struggled not only with owning and managing spaza shops, but also with taking ownership of our communities. The fact that foreigners were able to enter and quickly rise to the top of the “food chain,” while we were already present, s

Images supplied. The De Hoop Collection, a premier Cape Country Routes member situated in the heart of the De Hoop Nature Reserve, has announced the launch of an exciting new De Hoop ‘Mini Ranger’ Programme to run during the winter school holidays. “This immersive three-night family adventure winter getaway is designed for families to unwind, relax, reconnect and above all else, to have fun in the heart of nature”, says William Stephens, the owner of De Hoop Collection. The

On image: Wendy Dlezi, Candidate Legal Practitioner and founder of WomenSpace SA. I finally got to have a sit down with one of the stubborn, Christ-rooted and entrepreneurial women, Wendy Dlezi, a woman I had met in different spaces where it was either a faith-building circle or a business-building circle. I always saw Wendy as an interesting individual who has a story to tell the world and, since we have the platform for storytelling at The Konvenient Magazine, I thought, wh

Images supplied. Authors are always my favourite people to engage with, as they carry a lot of wisdom and courage to speak about things most of us are not always finding it easy to speak about. And if you think about it, we all have a story to tell, but unpacking your story in a way that can free you and inspire the next person takes a lot. In this chat, we hear from one of Mzansi's authors taking us through her journey and work. Stick with me as I share the conversation I ha