On image: Founder of Blossom Bounty, Somila Mbali. Some of the most compelling business stories don’t begin in boardrooms or pitch decks; they begin in unexpected conversations. That was exactly the case when I met Somila Mbali, founder of Blossom Bounty, at a recent networking event. What started as light dialogue quickly evolved into a deeper exchange about purpose, creativity, and building something meaningful from the ground up. By the end of that discussion, it was clear

On image: Owners of My Hometown Café, David (right) and Nicole (left). Imagine finding a wife or husband and a business partner in your person and building with them in and out of the house to make your lives better. The language may be the same, even when minds differ, but the shared excitement is unmistakable. That is the energy that greets you when you sit down with David and Nicole, the lovely young couple behind My Hometown Café, two entrepreneurs whose partnership feels

Images supplied. Listen, it all started the way most beautiful discoveries do these days, with a late-night scroll. Somewhere between breaking news and fleeting trends, an image stopped me mid-swipe. A Stillness. A vlei catching the last light of day. A horizon that didn’t beg for attention but earned it. I clicked. Then I clicked again. And again. As I continued clicking, I realized this is not just another accommodation page. It felt like a place and yes, it is. The kind th

Image supplied. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2026 National Budget includes several consumer facing tax moves aimed at easing pressure on households and encouraging long-term saving. While some expected increases were announced (such as fuel levy and sin taxes), the Budget Speech also offered relief through inflation-linked adjustments to personal income tax brackets and higher limits for tax-efficient saving. Roxanne Tobias, Actuary and Head of Marketing & Communicatio

Images supplied. When Joliza speaks about taking his music tour to Johannesburg, you can hear the pride before you hear the plans. There’s a quiet certainty in his voice, the kind that comes from knowing exactly where you come from, and exactly where you’re going. This coming April, that journey arrives in the heart of Jozi, as Joliza brings the USHUNI WEBHACA TOUR to Kings Kraal, promising an immersive cultural experience that is as soulful as it is electric.

Archived . Mthatha, Eastern Cape — Imbizo Events proudly announces the 3rd Annual Jobs & Careers Expo, taking place 13–14 March 2026 at the Nelson Mandela Museum, Qunu, Mthatha. This dynamic two-day event is a premier platform designed to empower youth, students, and job seekers by connecting them with real opportunities, practical career guidance, mentorship, and networks that can transform their futures. At a time when unemployment and school dropouts continue to challenge

Image supplied. In his 2026 State of the Province Address (SOPA), Eastern Cape Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane delivered a wide-ranging and grounded account of where the province stands, thirty years into South Africa’s constitutional democracy. Speaking at the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature in Bhisho, the Premier anchored his address firmly in the Bill of Rights, using it as the benchmark to assess progress on dignity, equality, service delivery and economic opportunity

Archived . Build your financial crew Surround yourself with people who understand money – it could be a credit coach, financial adviser, or even a savvy friend – someone who can help you navigate the credit maze. Don’t do it alone; lean on those who have walked the path before. Start with the basics Begin with small steps. A cell phone contract or a retail store account is an excellent way to dip your toes into the credit pool. Remember: only spend what you can pay off in ful

On image: Sanlam Financial Advisor, Justin Sinani Nkhata. Understanding Retirement Income Solutions There are several income solutions available to choose from when you retire, each meeting different requirements. The two traditional options 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 selecting a sustainable retirement income solution that allows for a confident r

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

Johannesburg, 6 February 2026 – At the annual Volkswagen Group Africa Indaba, Audi South Africa outlined the brand’s strategic focus for the year ahead, reaffirming its commitment to product momentum, performance leadership and long-term brand growth in the local market. The update highlighted how Audi continues to build on its engineering heritage while aligning closely with the brand’s global transformation, including its entry into Formula One from 2026. Heritage as a foun

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.

Achived. The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ), through its Science and Technology Park (STP) and in partnership with Liquid Intelligent Technologies, is hosting a three-day skills development workshop focusing on Computer Aided Design (CAD), Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing), as well as Game Development and Animation from 03 to 05 February 2026 at the Liquid Intelligent Learning Centre in Mthatha. The training forms part of ELIDZ’s ongoing efforts to strengt

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 ca

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 inten

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 belief

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 : Co-founder of Komani, Stephanie Lamour. Every community needs people like the founders of Komani. The kind of people who look beyond immediate profits and quick wins, and instead choose to confront the quiet, everyday gaps that hold communities back. The kind who understands that social ills do not disappear on their own, they have to be faced head-on, without retreat, with solutions that empower people to sustain themselves long after the intervention has passed.

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 socia

Durban, are you ready? Qualifier 1 is rolling into Kingsmead on 21 January, and history is about to be made. For the very first time, the Betway SA20 Playoffs are lighting up your city. The top two teams will go head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown under the lights. This clash features the best South African and international T20 stars. It’s a shot at an automatic place in the Final, and a night where every ball counts. One team will book their ticket straight through, whil