Image supplied. There are several income solutions available to choose from when you retire, each meeting different requirements. The two traditional ones that are currently used to provide retirees with an income from their retirement savings are a guaranteed life annuity and a living annuity. However, when it comes to choosing a sustainable retirement income solution that will allow you to retire with confidence, there is no one-size-fits-all solution, and managing the reti

Image supplied. The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has expressed concerns of a growing risk of de-industrialization unless urgent, coordinated action is taken to stabilize the operating environment for manufacturers and the surrounding supporting eco-system. Addressing the Chamber’s media press conference, Chief Executive Officer Denise van Huyssteen said the current moment demands speed, collaboration, policy certainty and action, stressing that no single institution ca

Moments from the first instalment of the Women’s Circle Workshop in 2026. The first edition of the Women’s Circle Workshop for 2026 opened the year on a high note, sold out, purposeful, and quietly powerful. Hosted yesterday at the Beach Hotel in Gqeberha, the gathering set a clear tone for the months ahead: start as you mean to finish.

On image: Managing Director of Media Seven, Bronwen Nel. Our 2026 started with music on the background, and if you are someone who loves and knows what good music does when you either waking up, taking a shower, or just cleaning your room or pushing your admin, you would understand why The Konvenient theme song is a very good gift from one of our media friends. And yes, this led to our curiosity about what led to this production and how we can spread the word on how brands c

Images supplied. Showing up ready digitally is what every person should be from now on, regardless of personal use, work, or an entrepreneurial journey. Being ready  is no longer an advantage, it is the standard. The tools, platforms and guides are widely available, often free, and constantly evolving. There are, quite frankly, no excuses. The digital footprint you build today should serve not just the moment you are in, but the future you are stepping into, one far more inte

On image: The duo behind the innovative payment ring brand, Jake Pinkus and Lawrence Baker.. At The Konvenient Magazine, we’ve always believed that innovation only matters when it reaches people, when it makes life easier, smoother, and more inclusive. Great ideas lose their power when they remain niche, misunderstood, or inaccessible. And in a world moving as fast as ours, no one should be left behind when solutions already exist to make everyday living better.   That belie

On image : Founder of P4Purpose, Prudence Munyayi. Uncertain times often lead us to search for answers, and more often, for reminders of who we are, what we believe, and what anchors us when the world feels unrecognizable. For Prudence Munyayi, jewellery became exactly that, a quiet but constant reminder of identity, faith and purpose.

On image : Sisonke surrounded by livestock, where connection begins at the roots. Coming from a region where agriculture remains critical to food security and employment, Sisonke Hinana is building a farming enterprise that balances legacy with long-term sustainability. Based in Baccles Farm Village, Ntabethemba in the Komani area, her business, Bombani AgroGenesis Farmers is a growing example of how small-scale, community-rooted agriculture can deliver both economic and soci

Image supplied. Those who know, know - Gqeberha has a way of slowing you down when it rains. Not enough to stop life, just enough to make you listen.   I finally got hold of Lucia on a slightly rainy morning, the kind that hangs gently over the city. After a day of moving between errands, responsibilities, and people, she finally sat down. As a people’s person, a mover and shaker, Lucia is always in motion, always showing up for someone or something. But when we found a quiet

Image supplied. Some brand stories arrive loudly. Others take their time, revealing themselves through discipline, restraint, and clarity. Caavirno Vorne belongs to the latter. Long before we spoke, the brand had already made its presence felt through clean visuals, thoughtful silhouettes, and a sense of intention that cut through the noise of social media. There was nothing performative about it, just consistency and confidence. It felt like one of those stories that had bee

On image: Brand artwork. After an hour-long drive to a festive-season event, somewhere between laughter, traffic pauses and reflections on life, Lunathi Tahirih Fudu’s story unfolded so naturally that it demanded to be written. It was one of those conversations that took over, not because it’s loud, but because it’s honest. By the time we arrived, it was clear that Graceful Earth Organic Skincare is not just a new business, it is a lived philosophy, carried by a humble go-get

On image : Kouga Municipality Executive Mayor, Hattingh Bornman. One of the best and fastest-growing municipalities, Kouga, hosted the official opening of the festive season on 15 December, with an early media breakfast at St Francis Links. The event brought together councillors, Kouga Municipality staff, stakeholders, and members of the media for a day that reflected progress, partnership, and purpose. The key address was delivered by Kouga Executive Mayor Hattingh Bornman,

Image supplied. South Africa’s only real spritzer made from wine with flavours, has a new look and campaign evoking a classic and timeless style. Introducing a range with effortless elegance, where real wine meets sparkling sophistication. Pop It, Swirl It, Breathe It In. This is the Bernini ritual, the appealing sensory real wine taste and aroma that is so deeply intertwined to memory. Inviting women to create moments worth remembering. Being present, slowing down, grounding

On image: Founder of GQ Comedy, Emilio Tobias. The first time we had a chat with Emilio Tobias,   the man behind GQ Comedy he laughed and said, “Just so we’re clear, I’m from Soweto in Johannesburg. Not the Soweto-on-Sea idea people like making jokes about.” That set the tone for everything that followed - sharp, honest, playful, and rooted in the kind of life experience that shapes real comedians.

Image supplied. We recently spent time with one of South Africa’s standout coffee tasters and baristas, Simphiwe “Bobby” Adams, the flavour force behind the proudly Eastern Cape brand, Mm Coffee. In our conversation, we were joined by the founders of the coffee brand he works closely with, to learn more about their working relationship with Bobby and how they are driving mentorship, community development and the pursuit of excellence through coffee in Kenton On Sea.

Images supplied. Let me tell you this upfront, the moment Bianca Baartman starts speaking about Beauty by Binki, you immediately understand why her brand feels different. There’s a gentleness to her passion, not loud, not forced but deeply rooted, like someone who has always known beauty is more than something you sell. It’s something you make people feel.

Archived image. In business, things move quickly, and if you’re not plugged in, you get left behind. That’s why business magazines have always mattered to me. They connect us entrepreneurs and SMEs to real stories, fresh insights, and the shifts shaping our economy. More than just reporting, they inspire and equip us. And as someone who’s deeply invested in South Africa’s business landscape, I’ve seen how the right information, shared through a publication people trust, can s

On image: MBDA Chief Executive Officer, Mr Anele Qaba, local media and partners at t he Kariega Railway Sheds. The Mandela Bay Development Agency (MBDA) hosted media and strategic partners at the Kariega Railway Sheds to provide a first look at the significant progress made on one of its flagship urban renewal initiatives in the precinct. According to MBDA Chief Executive Officer, Mr Anele Qaba, the redevelopment will culminate in a Small Business Incubation and Business Par

On image, from left: Christopher Dickie from ORT SA, Feronicia Terblanche, Thalente Bekwa, Yanga Xotyeni and Owona Madlingozi from AEDF. The New Venture Creation program by ORT SA, in partnership with the Astron Energy Development Fund, was successfully launched in Nelson Mandela Bay three months ago. The program’s first cohort of 22 entrepreneurs completed intensive training designed to prepare them for the Perfect Pitch Business Plan Competition, where a total of R20,000 i

On image: Trevor Brewer, Director of Solenco. On Black Friday, millions of South Africans will wage silent battles in stores and online, hunting for discounts, deals, and the thrill of the checkout. But as the frenzy ramps up, the smartest form of saving isn’t always about scoring the lowest price. Rather, it’s about investing in technology that improves your daily life, lasts for years, and even helps reduce the mountains of electronic waste piling up globally.   Trevor Brew