the pride of Africa's women entrepreneurs
Nondumiso Zendile, founder of Kingsworth Civils and Construction Pty Ltd (South Africa)
Startup Story
In South Africa, the need for well constructed, affordable housing, commercial and industrial buildings has never been greater in terms of building a sustainable economy. For entrepreneur Nondumiso Zendile, owner and ceo of Kingsworth Civils and Construction Pty Ltd, her goal is to be part of the solution to meet such needs.
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Stacey Jane Smith, founder of African Secret (South Africa)
Startup Story
Many consumers are now looking for more holistic ways to meet their wellness needs. In South Africa, entrepreneur Stacey Jane Smith, founder of African Secret, has created a pathway to wellbeing naturally. She is harnessing the power of natural wild-crafted botanicals and transforming them into beautiful, healing products and a brand that resonates with those who love its ethos.
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by Zilia Ximenes
Knowing the difficulties that everyone is going through because of the Covid-19 pandemic, this article is not to speak specifically of the pandemic, but of the effects on the mind of each individual impacted by it.
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by Ronel Jooste
Despite the financial stress, uncertainty and knock-on impact the covid-19 crisis is causing for the economy, businesses and households, there are also multiple opportunities for people to create wealth for themselves amid the crisis. Looking at history various companies that have grown into massive multi-national companies were in fact born during a time of recession – Microsoft, General Electric, General Motors, Disney, IBM and the Hyatt Hotel Group to mention a few.
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by Kathy Mann, Author and Speaker
I recently wrote the story of my grandparents’ love and their life together that spanned seven decades. I travelled to the coast early January and interviewed my 94-year-old grandmother about her life and how they fell in love. My husband stayed behind to feed the cats and to work, so the week was an opportunity to soak up the female company of my grandmother, mother, aunt and my two little girls. We laughed, we shared and we bonded. There is something special about being in the presence of multiple generations of women.
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Siwela Sweetness Masoga, founder of Siwela Wines (South Africa)
Lioness Launch
There is an exciting new South African wine, a Chenin Blanc, about to tempt the palettes of discerning consumers, produced by Siwela Wines, one of the few youth female black owned wine businesses in South Africa. Founded by Siwela Sweetness Masoga, Siwela Wines is a wine company focusing on the production of quality accessible wines. Siwela also runs a wine academy focusing on education and training within wine and hospitality.
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by Wuraola Ademola-Shanu
If you run a business in today’s day and age, one simple fact remains - you cannot turn away from digital marketing to survive and thrive. One of the best ways to grow in the online world is Content Marketing.
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by Claire Keet Pollock and Sinal Govender, Co-Founders of pop.law
Deciding which entity to use to run your business is a lot like buying a car. There are quite a few options and it can be a bit overwhelming working out if you need the Range Rover or if a good old bakkie will do. There are many things to consider depending on if you run a business on your own or with partners, what your appetite is for personal liability, and what tax implications you may be in for.
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by Eldari Visser
I am sure if anybody writes another article about COVID-19 you will surely swipe on and away. Seriously we’ve had enough constant reminders of a thief amongst us. What if we were so deeply affected that we are still reeling and trying to grasp for air? What if we still don’t have an idea of how our business is going to survive or even where to start again? What if you have lost more than you could ever imagine? What if all you can see right now is the darkness and the stark reality of you can’t “see” where to turn to next?
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From the Lionesses of Africa Operations Dept
So we’ve all heard of the 4 C’s of Diamond buying (cut, colour, clarity and carat) and now thanks to a fabulous Lioness Co-Lab we have the 5 C’s with an amazing collaboration between Clare Appleyard, founder of Katannuta Diamonds and Vicki Bain, founder of Chocoloza, meaning we now have Cut, Colour, Clarity, Carat and Chocolate! Who could ask for more?
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Impact Partner Content: Absa / by Hwalani Mabaso, Provincial General Manager: Distribution, Relationship Banking, Absa
The Covid-19 pandemic has left many businesses distressed, with some businesses scrambling for survival. It’s important for any business to think of business resilience during Covid-19 and post. If your business is currently in distress it’s crucial to first assess the situation and develop a practical insolvency plan and avoid any false movements which can ultimately impact the business performance.
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Cátia Mondlane, Founder, Isabella - Estética & Cosméticos (Mozambique)
Stay loyal to your vision…
Cátia Mondlane, Founder, Isabella - Estética & Cosméticos (Mozambique)
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Meg Faure, Co-Founder, Play Sense (South Africa)
Meg Faure, Co-Founder, Play Sense (South Africa)
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Linda Khumbanyiwa, Founder, Lynne Kayenne Studio (Malawi)
Don’t be afraid to ask for advice…
Linda Khumbanyiwa, Founder, Lynne Kayenne Studio (Malawi)
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Shaden Abushaera, founder of HeraCloset Online (Algeria)
Shaden Abushaera, Founder, HeraCloset Online (Algeria)
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Mariana Agness Francisco Eria, founder, The House of Agness (Mozambique)
Invest in your skills development...
Mariana Agness Francisco Eria, founder, The House of Agness (Mozambique)
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From the Lionesses of Africa Operations Dept
“You're always one decision away from a totally different life”…
There is a book by Alan Sillitoe called: “The loneliness of a long distance runner” that was then made into a film. It’s about a boy who had made wrong decisions (who hasn’t somewhere in their lives!) and was then sent to a youth detention centre / school in the UK, one of many so called ‘Borstals’. While there he found a passion in long distance running and single-mindedly pursued this becoming very good indeed. The problem was that the people in charge wanted him to bend to their will and run just so that they could brag and boast about beating the local private school in a big race that was due. They wanted to control his power to further their agenda. They were determined to use this boy’s skills and bend his will for their own glory. This became not about him, but all about them.
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Thabisa Mjo, founder of Mash. T Design Studio (South Africa)
Lioness Weekender Cover Story
Mash. T Design Studio, creating a contemporary craft-driven aesthetic for Africa
Thabisa Mjo is the founder and owner of Mash. T Design Studio in South Africa, a furniture and design studio with the main focus and philosophy to tell uniquely South African stories using the medium of design.
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Josie Van Aswegen, owner of Fabulous Flowers (Cape Town, South Africa)
Impact Partner Content: Absa / Startup Story
Every business has a heart – a core to its operations. The soul and drum beat to the golden thread that runs throughout the works. Fabulous Flowers would not be where it is today without the owner - Josie Van Aswegen. We had the privilege of catching up over the past week. And what a week! Her beautiful new studio in Toffie Lane, Claremont, South Africa, is a pleasure to visit and the creativity happening there is infectious.
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Neo Mkwebane Chatyoka, founder of Uhuru Botanicals (United Kingdom / South Africa)
Startup Story
More and more consumers are becoming conscious of the products they put onto their skins, and are demanding more natural and organic products that are kinder to both skin and the environment. Uhuru Botanicals, founded by entrepreneur Neo Chatyoka, is a brand that celebrates Africa’s natural raw ingredients and turns them into skincare products that are both ethical and sustainable.
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