Helene Brand Busisiwe Mbele: A Taking Care of Business Success Story | Repair Programme (Johannesburg) My name is Busisiwe Mbele. I’m 30 years old, a mother of one daughter, and I live in Tembisa, Gauteng, with my daughter, my cousin, and my father. I carry the responsibility of caring for both my child and my father. Before … Read more
Antonio Mhlongo: A Taking Care of Business Success Story | Repair Programme (Johannesburg) I come from a family of 10 which is 7 brothers and sisters. I grew up in the dust streets of Ivory Park from a disadvantaged family. My mother used to be the bread winner and had to look after the whole … Read more
Taking Care of Business (TCB) celebrates 15 years of innovation and poverty eradication In a global economy increasingly defined by waste, inequality and joblessness, a South African social enterprise is proving that collaboration between competitors can be a force for good — and for growth. This month, that internationally award-winning organisation Taking Care of Business … Read more
At Taking Care of Business (TCB), we know we can’t do this work alone. Eradicating poverty and building financially independent families in South Africa takes more than one organisation – it takes a community of power partners who share a vision for a better, more sustainable future. Together with like-minded businesses and organisations, we’re creating … Read more
Sustainable waste management is more than just recycling and reducing waste—it’s about people. The success of any waste management or prevention programme depends on the individuals who drive it. That’s why, when we talk about waste, we need to talk about people. When we invest in human development through Occupational Intelligence (OI) and empowerment, we … Read more
Qiqa Nyangiwe: A Taking Care of Business Success Story | Resell Programme (East London) Life before TCB was a constant battle. As the sole provider for my family, unemployment was a heavy burden. Child grant and maintenance were simply not enough to meet our needs. The stress was overwhelming, leaving me emotionally drained and helpless, … Read more
Ayabonga Mjekula: A Taking Care of Business Success Story | Resell Programme (East London) Life at 31 wasn’t easy. Growing up in a difficult situation left me feeling wounded, bitter, and broken. Despite working hard, I felt hopeless and jobless. Supporting my two wonderful children was a constant struggle, especially with an absent father. The … Read more
Nikiwe Magitshima: A Taking Care of Business Success Story | Resell Programme (East London) Life as a single mother to a 14-year-old boy in Mdantsane keeps me busy. Back in Cape Town, where I’m originally from, a young me craved independence. I honed my selling skills early on, selling chips and sweets to get what … Read more
Dolly Shai: A Taking Care of Business Success Story | Resell Programme (Johannesburg) My name is Dolly Reneilwe Shai. I stay in Tembisa and have one child. I was born in Limpopo province, in Tzaneen. Life wasn’t bad for me growing up. My uncle and his wife took care of me. I finished school and … Read more
Lerato Sharon Matlin: A Taking Care of Business Success Story | Resell Programme (Johannesburg) My name is Lerato Natlin. I live in Olievenhoutbosch Centurion. Life before I joined TCB was very hard. I would get a job, but it was hard surviving with the salary I used to earn. Ever since I started working, I … Read more