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: 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

On image: The 1811 historic Homestead of Wildekrans country House includes a Sculpture Garden - Llewellyn Davies' Flamingoes. Driven by a shift in what today’s travellers value, there has been a move from chain hotels or hotels with a garden to accommodations that lie at the intersection of landscape, cultivation and daily life. These are the places where working land is not separated from hospitality but rather folded into it; where food, place, daily harvesting, planting

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. 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

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

Image supplied. Legendary Executive Chef Willie Mcotoyi is happiest when he is in the Boardwalk Hotel & Casino kitchens, and when he is able to identify promising chefs that he can nurture and pass his love of food onto. Ayonwaba Xalisile has all the culinary creativity Chef Willie looks for and at just 30 years old, he is a testament to perseverance, passion, and steady growth within the hospitality industry. Having started his culinary journey while still a student, Xal

Event artwork. The inaugural Live Beautifully Home Expo will take place on 10 and 11 October 2026 at the Boardwalk Hotel & Conference Centre's Exhibition Area in Gqeberha. As the first dedicated Home Expo to be held in the Metro in approximately seven years, the event is expected to attract homeowners, renovators, decorators, property investors, and anyone looking for inspiration, products, and services to enhance their living spaces. The organizers are inviting businesses fr