Local is LEKKER! There’s nothing better than supporting local South African companies!
South Africa is a land of diverse cultures, breathtaking landscapes and a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit. Among the bustling markets and urban landscapes, local small businesses play a crucial role in shaping the economy and reflecting the rich tapestry of the nation.
Let’s explore 10 remarkable South African companies that have not only survived but thrived, contributing to the local community, championing this beautiful country and showcasing the unique flavours of the Rainbow Nation.
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It’s not just a water bottle — it’s art! Yes! Definitely is a bottled water brand that uses its platform (the reusable plastic water bottles) to showcase local South African artists. Winning the Sustainability Award in 2022, Yes! Definitely is doing what it can for the environment by promoting eco-friendly reusable water bottles, ensuring their bottles are 100% recyclable and making it so difficult to throw their bottles away with such beautiful designs.
So you can not only stay hydrated and help the planet, you can look cool doing it!
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Sealand Gear is the hottest new brand in Cape Town, focusing on responsibly made gear and apparel. Sealand forms part of the vibrant South African community and environment around it, while dedicating itself to profound social and environmental impact.
All Sealand bags and apparel are handmade by valued craftspeople from waste or responsibly and ethically sourced materials. These materials are then combined with high-quality hardware, conscious design and expert craftsmanship to create gear that will last a lifetime. The upcycled and responsibly sourced materials they source are sturdy and weather resistant, making them perfect for any adventure – whether on land or sea.
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Growing up in this digital age can be tough, especially when no parent or teacher truly understands the internet. That’s why MySociaLife is going into schools to equip students, parents and teachers with the essential digital life skills to be safer and smarter online.
MySociaLife’s online training program teaches thousands of students throughout the year about the invisible complexity of online life. Listening to the students’ stories, they get the inside track on the latest trends, dares and dangers — cyberbullying, mental health concerns, sexual advances, extortion, privacy violations, security threats and reputation risks to both student and school.
To highlight their incredible work, MySociaLife was recently named one of the top 5 startups in South Africa!
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Coffee with a taste of South Africa! Mpenjati Coffee is a local coffee bean farmer and supplier from the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. Situated somewhere between Margate and Port Edward, just north of the Wild Coast, they sit in the lap of the perfect coffee farming conditions, selling their unique coffee blends to individuals and coffee shops across South Africa.
From generations of studying the South African landscape and fruitful soil of Kwazulu Natal, At Mpenjati Coffee understands the terroir, knowing all the tricks to produce outstanding premium single-origin coffee.
The Sekta Group is a 51% black women-owned group comprised of a powerful combination of highly reputable industrial services companies that are determined to become a force that works for our people. Sekta is the Swahili word for industry, embracing the African spirit of industry, our aim is to service industries and businesses in South Africa, in Botswana, Ghana, Namibia, Mozambique, Tanzania, the Seychelles and beyond.
Offering a range of industry services through their 8 South African companies, Sekta does incredible work for the energy, petrochemical, oil and gas, marine, mining, manufacturing and construction sectors.
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Situated in Soweto, South Africa, Ntozinhle Lifestyle stands as a brand rooted in African-inspired fashion, accessories, and homeware. At its core, Ntozinhle Lifestyle prioritizes social development, actively contributing to the betterment of impoverished communities. The brand's workforce comprises 50 women from KwaNdebele, spanning various ages, who skillfully craft intricate beadwork pieces, as well as a dedicated group of young men from Vosloorus in the East Rand, employed as skilled leather craftsmen.
Every creation from Ntozinhle Lifestyle is meticulously handcrafted, employing the highest quality materials. The central focus revolves around contemporary beadwork, drawing inspiration from the Ndebele, Zulu, Xhosa, and Venda communities. Infused with an African contemporary flair, the clothing is tailored for women who proudly embrace the distinctiveness of African culture.
There’s nothing like a good book! Bridge Books is a unique bookstore in downtown Johannesburg, that works to support African writers and find as many ways of getting books into the hands of as many readers as possible.
Working with other booksellers across downtown Johannesburg, Bridge Books acts as a go-between for publishers in South Africa and smaller retailers who might not have access to new books. At our store in City Central, you can support local authors by finding and buying new and second-hand books, with an emphasis on African writers but with international titles too.
They also run the African Book Trust, a non-profit that gives African books to libraries and schools across South Africa.
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Project Isizwe is setting up the future of South Africa with its innovative township tech. They are on a mission to provide equitable uncapped internet in all South African classrooms, connecting schools, communities and learner homes to the internet
Advocating for internet access as a human right to promote equality and address gaps in education, health, employment, and economic participation for citizens, the organisation’s leadership knew that providing sustainable internet access would require new partnerships and implementation models.
Together with multiple partners — including Sibanye Stillwater, Distell, and 3 Bears Trading – Project Isizwe is Uncapping Education for more than 500 educators and 20,000 learners across South Africa.
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GreenCape, a non-profit that kicked off in 2010, is all about making green solutions the norm in South Africa. They team up with businesses, investors, schools and the government to make green tech and services take off, creating jobs and investments along the way.
GreenCape serves as the middleman between business, government and schools, working to figure out and eliminate any hurdles to green solutions that make economic sense in developing countries. Their goal is to make these solutions easy to replicate and widely adopted, ensuring every country and its people thrive. In the next 5 years, GreenCape is aiming to be a big deal globally, leading the charge in getting green solutions adopted in the developing world.
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