Case Studies
From startup to success - real entrepreneurs making an impact across South Africa
Honeycomb Solution Architects
Technology / IT Services
A Gold Certified Microsoft Solution Provider specialising in SharePoint, Power Platform, Cybersecurity, and Hosted Infrastructure solutions. Providing enterprise-grade solutions to large and small corporates while creating opportunities for women in tech.
Termite Labs
Technology / 3D Manufacturing
Delivering 3D design, scanning and printing services to large and small industrial clients in a range of materials. Employing technical graduates and building local capacity in advanced manufacturing technologies.
Mila Fresh
Agroprocessing / Fresh Produce Distribution
Supplying a full range of farm-fresh produce to hospitality and consumers in Gauteng, sourced from smallholder farmers. Creating market access for horticulture and mushroom producers, serving fast food outlets throughout Gauteng.
Alterclique Energy
Energy / Fuel Transportation
Youth-owned hazardous goods transporter based in Mokopane, providing fuel transportation services with modern operations and an impeccable safety record. Demonstrating that young entrepreneurs can excel in specialised logistics.
Pholopheto Enterprises
Agriculture / Poultry Hatchery
Woman-owned day-old chick hatchery based in Garankua, assisting small broiler producers to secure reliable supply of high-quality broiler genetics. Driving the township economy through sustainable poultry value chain development.
Setsong Tea Crafters
Agroprocessing / Indigenous Teas
Using African traditional knowledge to blend teas from plants indigenous to rural Sekhukhune and distributing through retail channels. Creating jobs and economic opportunities in surrounding rural communities.
Maphalakarabo Trading
Logistics / Construction Services
Women-owned enterprise based in Blouberg, Limpopo, providing fuel logistics and construction services to large corporates and mining clients. Created new opportunities for women in the sector and supports local community initiatives.
AfriLeap
Urban Agriculture / Hydroponic Hops
Pioneering South Africa's first four-season hydroponic hop farm on a Johannesburg rooftop, supplying craft breweries with locally grown hops. Winner of the 2019 SEED Africa Climate Adaptation Award and creating skills transfer opportunities for young urban farmers.
Prijap Biolife Biotechnologies
Biotechnology / Traditional Herbal Medicine
Developing CSIR-validated herbal health supplements rooted in over a century of indigenous knowledge. Their patented PREVEMMUNE product has demonstrated immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, bridging traditional medicine and modern science.
Food Masters SA
Agroprocessing / Food Dehydration
Woman-owned agro-processing enterprise using solar-powered dehydration technology to convert surplus fruits and vegetables into nutrient-dense dried foods. Winner of the inaugural WAYA (Women Agripreneurs of the Year) Award, creating training and income opportunities for women in rural and peri-urban communities.
Pintoza
Energy / Used Oil Recycling
Founded by Lesiba Masimeni and Reuben Lebelo in Mokopane, Limpopo, Pintoza collects used oil from large generators across the province to prevent waterway pollution. The ROSE Foundation-accredited operation processes and supplies recycled oil to companies like BME for explosives manufacturing, driving sustainable industrialisation in Limpopo.
Candymore Services
Mining Services / Advanced Lubricants
Woman-owned advanced lubricants distributor based in Mokopane, founded by Thandi Kutumela in 2016. Candymore supports clients with high-value equipment to maintain peak operating performance through the use of appropriate advanced lubricants, serving mining operations including IvanPlats' Platreef mine in Limpopo.