BUILDING BUSINESS

“Without prosperous local economies, the people have the power and the land no voice.” – Wendell Berry, novelist and farmer

One of the most critical cornerstones of a thriving community is a thriving local economy. Ranyaka’s Building Business programme includes the development of local entrepreneurs as described below, but also focuses on the bigger picture – those aspects that influence, disrupt or enable local economic development. This includes, for example, transportation of people and goods; the safety of the environment within which business takes place; and the availability of sufficient infrastructure.

The entrepreneurship and enterprise development leg of our Building Business programme includes:

  •  Identifying and supporting community entrepreneurs and enterprises

  • Identifying and supporting community entrepreneurs and enterprises

  • Creating access to market opportunities

  • Establishing business forums

  • Facilitating access to training and mentorship

  • Facilitating access to financing

  • Providing starter packs for emerging businesses that include e.g. web design, marketing material, personal branding and product photography.

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Reliving Mamelodi’s glory days

Reliving Mamelodi’s glory days

“I am 78 years old. Today, I felt 25.” We just love the way in which these words by a distinguished gentleman from Mamelodi, Gauteng, captured the spirit of the very first Van Toeka Af Festival held in the township on Saturday, 11 November 2023. The festival set the...

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Umlazi market day brings community together

Umlazi market day brings community together

Markets hold a special place in our hearts. They bring communities together and offer a platform for local entrepreneurs to shine. On Saturday, September 30th, the Proud of My Town Umlazi team, in collaboration with Umlazi Tourism, continued their mission to foster...

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Mamelodi businesses take the limelight

Mamelodi businesses take the limelight

“Without prosperous local economies, the people have no power and the land no voice.” – Wendell Berry, novelist and farmerOn 30 June 2022, the second cohort of the Ranyaka Building Business Programme in Mamelodi came together to celebrate the incredible milestones...

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Festival vibes for Umlazi

Festival vibes for Umlazi

The Umlazi Market and Sports Festival held on 6 May 2023 proved to be a true celebration of community spirit and a testimony to the power of collaboration! With over 300 participants and 400 attendees, the festival served as a warm-up for the main festival scheduled...

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Mamelodi businesses on the move

Mamelodi businesses on the move

South Africa’s township economy is one of the most significant contributors to the country’s overall economic well-being and is crucial to unlocking growth, inclusion and long-term stability for our nation. An estimated 17% of South Africa’s total employment is...

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Building Business in Mamelodi

Building Business in Mamelodi

The Ranyaka Building Business (RBB) programme, which is funded by the Nedbank Enterprise Development department and supported by the Nedbank Proud of my Town programme, recognises that a thriving local economy is a pivotal cornerstone of a thriving local...

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