Tebogo Sehume, 31
With his innovative mindset and unwavering determination, Tebogo Sechume developed Solar Society, an innovative platform that addresses the pressing issue of load shedding while providing affordable solar energy solutions for households and small businesses.
Nkosinathi Temba, 22
Nkosinathi Temba is an education advocate who is revolutionising the education landscape through his innovative solutions. He's the founder of Thuto Education Online, a technology company that is dedicated to advancing education.
Athi Rwexu, 30
Athi Rwexu is an actuarial analyst and innovator who has dedicated her efforts to improving mathematics education in South African schools. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by young pupils in grasping mathematical concepts, Athi developed the groundbreaking math app, Beta SigmaX.
Catherine-Jane Paulse, 28
Catherine-Jane Paulse is a dynamic legal professional and entrepreneur, known for her innovative contributions to the legal industry in South Africa. With a background as an admitted attorney and experience working at the country's largest law firms, Catherine has leveraged her expertise to co-found two groundbreaking projects: BriefCo and the South African Legal Technology Network.
Zime Nxumalo, 20
Zime Nxumalo is an accomplished student entreprenuer and forward-thinking blockchain developer who is a trailblazer in her field. She is the founder and CEO of Zime Wezwe Creatives, a company using blockchain technology as a catalyst for transforming various industries.
Marcia Ramodike, 26
Marcia Ramodike, a resilient 26-year-old from Limpopo who has made a remarkable impact on the country's literary community. Marcia is an award-winning author, accomplished publisher, who founded Evelyn50, a publishing company that uplifts young writers and helps share unique South African stories.
Iman Ganijee, 29
Iman Ganijee is a passionate entrepreneur dedicated to sustainable fashion and social impact. Together with her mother, she spearheads the sustainable brand Sari for Change, which operates under a circular economy model.
Saraphin Yamba, 18
Saraphin Yamba is a visionary innovator dedicated to empowering women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). As a co-founder of Girls4STEM, she has spearheaded a platform that advocates for the promotion and advancement of young women in STEM fields.
Brandon TJ Nkabinde, 24
Brandon TJ Nkabinde is a visionary entrepreneur who co-founded Block Labs, an ed-tech start-up leading gamification in the local education sector. Block Labs is driving innovation and shaping the future of education in South Africa through the blockchain-leveraged mobile learning app that integrates fun and rewards-based learning.
Katie Dodge, 27
With a keen desire to develop innovative solutions for township-based business owners, Katie Dodge constantly seeks to create impactful change. As the co-founder of Koola Capital, she and her team are committed to driving positive change and shifting the needle.
Sinelizwi Fakade, 32
Sinelizwi Fakade is a renowned agriculturalist and the visionary founder of Ukhanyo Farming Development. As an inspirational leader and true agent of change, he is dedicated to transforming lives and driving economic empowerment through his impactful work.
Julia Buchanan, 30
Julia Buchanan is a trailblazing entrepreneur whose tech start-up is reshaping the art world across the African continent. Julia is on a mission to empower artists through Artschool Africa, an online platform designed to assist individuals in navigating the art industry.
Siyabonga Stengana, 34
Siyabonga Stengana is a resourcesful entrepreneur and the founder of Beauty of Nature, a community organisation dedicated to transforming illegal dumping sites into vibrant recreational spaces for the youth and future generations.
Rich Sibusiso Hlatshwayo, 27
Rich Sibusiso Hlatshwayo is a social entrepreneur and the founder of Me2You, a powerful initiative that combines a meal kit delivery service with a virtual food bank. Recognising the detrimental impact of food waste on the environment, Rich created Me2You as a platform for local restaurants and farmers to list their surplus food at discounted prices.
Lodumo Nkala, 20
Lodumo Nkala is a remarkable young individual who has chosen to pursue a unique passion in the world of pigeon racing. At the age of 20, he has defied societal norms and made a name for himself as a full-time pigeon fancier. Lodumo is the founder of Community Lofts,a pigeon racing academy in Centurion that's aimed at nurturing aspiring pigeon enthusiasts.
Ayanda Moses Mbatha, 28
Ayanda Moses Mbatha is a determined individual who is using the resources at his disposal to tackle the issue of youth unemployment after encountering his own struggles with job searching during the pandemic.
Stan Shikwambana, 26
Stan Shikwambana is the visionary CEO and founder of Visionary Writings, a digital self-publishing platform revolutionising the way writers connect with readers.
Kgopotso Pearl Sekwati, 35
Kgopotso Pearl Sekwati is a dedicated leader, acclaimed for her outstanding contribution to youth empowerment. Kgopotso is the founder of STEAM Ambassador’s Club, an organisation dedicated to enhancing enhancing literacy, numeracy, and exposure to Science, Technology, Engineering, Aviation, and Mathematics (STEAM) through engaging techcamps and educational tours.
Noluvuyo Gqadu, 35
Noluvuyo Gqadu is the founder of CodeNgwana, a pioneering start-up aimed at introducing children to the exciting world of computer programming. With a strong background in the tech space and a passion for nurturing tech talent in Africa, Noluvuyo is dedicated to equipping young minds with problem-solving and coding skills that will shape the future digital workforce.
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