Restoring dignity through business
After struggling to find work, Siyabulela Velele joined the TCB Repair Programme and built an appliance repair business that now helps him support his family and restore his dignity.
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Shaped by struggle, driven to succeed
Nkumbulo Magqabi’s journey has been shaped by loss, hardship and perseverance. Through the TCB Repair Programme, he developed technical skills and built a business that now allows him to provide for his family with pride.
Rebuilding confidence as a small business owner
After struggling to find work, Amanda Mazula joined the TCB Resell Programme and built a small clothing resale business that now helps her support her children and regain confidence.
Creating opportunity through upcycled design
Balisa Nzululeka joined the TCB Remake Programme to strengthen her business skills and grow her upcycling work. Today she earns income through her business while supporting her family in Langa.
Repair entrepreneur unlocks her strength
After losing her job, Nomaseko Ntshongwana joined the TCB Repair Programme and built a small appliance repair business that now helps her support her children and rebuild confidence.
Financial independence thanks to reselling business
Asanda Maqawa joined the TCB Resell Programme after losing her job and facing financial hardship. Through business and financial skills training, she built a small reselling business that now helps her support her children, care for her mother and regain confidence as an independent entrepreneur.
From hustler to skilled business woman
Miyelani Rikhoto turned her interest in business into a growing appliance repair enterprise through the TCB Repair Programme, gaining technical skills, financial confidence and independence.
Building independence while building a business
After facing financial hardship as a single mother, joining the TCB programme helped Zoleka Gobozi regain confidence, build business skills and generate her own income.
Creating a streetwear brand through circular fashion
Through the TCB Remake Programme, Nontobeko Nkqayi is building a streetwear business using upcycled materials while supporting her family and working towards launching her own clothing brand.