While digital transformation is on the rise, micro-business entrepreneurs in communities like Alexandra are proving that some business models are timeless.

From Exile to Twickenham: The Springbok Women’s Unbreakable RiseBy: Samela Kume In June 2025, the Springbok Women clinched their fourth Rugby Africa Women’s Cup title, sealing their place as Africa’s…

In our fast-paced world, taking time for personal grooming often feels indulgent or superficial. Many of us rush through our morning routines, prioritising everything and everyone else before ourselves. But what if taking care of your appearance isn’t vanity — what if it’s actually essential for your mental health?

“I couldn’t approach people I didn’t know, and I couldn’t speak publicly. I used to have such low self-esteem because of my background and growing up in an environment where we struggled as a family.”

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For Michael Whitehouse, “built to last” isn’t just a business principle — it’s a way of life. He’s lived it both in the boardroom and on the bike, conquering the Munga — 1,000 kilometres across South Africa’s Karoo in just four days, with less than seven hours of sleep. “It requires around seven hours of sleep in four and a half days,” he explains. “I strongly believe in having a clear goal and the strength to achieve it..”