21 November 2023 | Building Business, Mamelodi, Proud of my Town, Tell Your Story
“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...
10 October 2023 | Building Business, Umlazi
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...
4 July 2023 | Building Business, Mamelodi
“Without prosperous local economies, the people have no power and the land no voice.” – Wendell Berry, novelist and farmer On 30 June 2023, the second cohort of the Ranyaka Building Business Programme in Mamelodi came together to celebrate the incredible milestones...
9 May 2023 | Building Business, Collaboration, Proud of my Town, Sport, Art & Culture, 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...
30 January 2023 | Building Business, Mamelodi, Proud of my Town
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...
27 October 2022 | Building Business, 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 community....
