Image by: Takealot. Understanding not only your business, but your market and who they are will always be the best way to stay on top of your game and remain relevant in business. And this time, Takealot is showing just how well it understands South Africa and its heritage. For Heritage Month 2026, the homegrown e-commerce giant has made a bold change to one of the most recognizable parts of its brand, its name. For the first time in its 15-year history, Takealot is replacing

On image: Siyanda Vazi, the founder, Chairman and CEO of Ubomi Foundation SA. After so many attempts to get hold of the man who is busy building not just his dream organisation but many people’s lives through his passion for developing communities through social solutions and education, we have finally got a moment to hear his heart and vision as he builds one of South Africa’s organisations that is strongly fighting unemployment while creating partnerships that matter to ful

On image: The team behind the stunning 4th Avenue Café. In my journey as a writer and entrepreneur I have learned and experienced how safe, motivating and inspiring it is to sit down in a coffee shop and work on your personal or business work. And most people would agree with me that coffee shops should never die, as these are spaces where not only entrepreneurs, but people from all walks of life, find rest and a moment to refresh by taking a pause over a cup of coffee, wheth

On image: The woman behind Anani Wellness, Zonke Jordan. Wellness will always be an important part of our daily living, and I think we should always appreciate everyone creating solutions around wellness. I mean, we run around every day, chasing everything to better our current situation, but the important thing is to always keep our wellness as the foundation so we can continue showing up strong, ready and healthy in our everyday hustle. Whether that wellness is about our in

On image: The team behind Pondo Gold. Ephondweni, which is home to us, is where we are for the following chat about Pondo Gold, as we are always on the road to find stories that need to be told, so that people can not only know about them and who is behind those stories and brands but also remember that there are brands that deserve their support out there. We get hold of Bongani Dube, who heads up Marketing and Sales at Pondo Gold, and he takes us through their journey of

On image: MyMover founder, Molatelo Ramusi. Making moves will always be the main thing every young person should do to take themselves and their communities forward, because in reality, our communities need relevant solutions that speak to the current inconveniences people face daily or whenever. MyMover happens to be one of those moves, founded by the 26-year-old who is here to tell us all about it. That young person is Molatelo Ramusi, a software developer, entrepreneur a

On image: Founder of Toombeza Group, Phumla Hlophe. It has long been coming to see your normal everyday people creating products we never thought would come from eKasi, among us, by us, for us. This is one of the best parts of being on the receiving end of the stories we tell every day as a publication, discovering that things are happening, people are creating, and dreams are being chased and reached. In this article, we hear from Phumla Hlophe and how she started her brand.

Archived. The TV series The Polygamist has South Africans talking about love, power, family, money, and what happens when one life stretches across more than one household. However, while the on-screen dramas and marital scandals entertain us, they also raise some very real questions about who inherits what when someone with multiple partners, homes and children dies. Advocate Sankie Morata CFP®, chief executive officer of Sanlam Trust, says the conversation matters because S

On image: Gretchen Burton, Shift Manager at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino. For 26 years, Gretchen Burton has built her career in an environment where observation, vigilance and attention to detail are essential. Today, as a Surveillance Shift Manager at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino, she is one of the women helping ensure that operations remain compliant, secure and aligned with the regulations governing the gaming industry. Surveillance is often misunderstood, with many people ima

On image: Earth Age Display entrance. De Hoop Collection is proud to announce that it has officially opened its newest educational attraction, the De Hoop Earth Age Display. Launched at a function at De Hoop Collection on Saturday 22 August 2026, The Wall, developed in partnership with the Overberg Geoscientists Group, offers visitors an accessible, engaging look into the region's geological history. Two ‘Origins’ Origins of the Earth and Origins of Early Modern Man - are

On image: Sisanda Wendy Mtati. With 18 years in the Surveillance Department, Sisanda Wendy Mtati has built a career around observation, analysis, accountability and attention to detail. As a Compliance Auditor at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino, her role goes far beyond simply monitoring operations, it requires her to identify patterns, investigate anomalies and ensure that company practices and staff behaviour remain aligned with legal requirements and organisational standards. W

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

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

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