Dear Bella is a graduate of the Social Entrepreneurship Impact Lab™ which supports the growth and development of social enterprises. Matefo Morakeng has empowered many women and girls in South Africa to take charge of their lives during their sacred time of month.

In South Africa, it’s estimated that roughly 3.7 million girls cannot afford sanitary pads. Matefo is passionate about finding working solutions to this very real issue.

Thulisile Dlamini, the Founder of Ikusasa Technology Solutions, won the prestigious digital education award at the SITA Digital Public Service Awards 2022.

Ikusasa Technology Solutions is addressing skills shortages in the information and communication technology sector by providing training and consulting services. Introducing ICT training to learners in rural areas across the country is one of their core services.

“I was pleasantly surprised when I was nominated, I didn’t expect to win and I’m excited that the work we do is recognized,” said Thulisile.

“My vision for 2022 is to help 50 young women build legally compliant businesses! We’re getting women investment ready!" Bontle is a youth entrepreneur who pays it forward by assisting young women to build compliant and sustainable businesses.

Bontle launched Luminary Thrivist, a platform aimed at helping women register their businesses in 10 minutes. She was also selected as one of the Forbes Africa #30under30, class of 2021 Change Makers

Jabulile has really worked hard with her Tholoana mentor to generate sales. She and her team have grown the brand and are currently selling in Switzerland.

In her recent runway show there, all her products were sold out and she had several orders to deliver on. Siko Republik is an athleisure company that merges African prints with active wear. The company designs, manufactures and retails to the local and international market.