The Human Economy

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Pekkish: Purpose-Built Tech Platform Takes Top Honours - Bizmag.co.za Pekkish, founded by Sodieq Barendse, is transforming the informal economy with accessible digital tools for micro-entrepreneurs and home-based vendors.

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Top three small businesses named at Bellville Business Expo Top 3 small businesses announced at the Bellville Business Expo will receive personalised business mentorship from experts among other benefits.

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It’s been incredibly heartwarming to witness the remarkable transformation in our entrepreneurs over just 8 short weeks.

These weren’t beginners – they came to the GTP Level Up programme as established business owners, already running successful ventures. But many arrived uncertain about the path forward, working in their businesses rather than on them.
The growth has been extraordinary – from hesitant pitches to polished presentations, from scattered thoughts to strategic business models, from reactive problem-solving to proactive leadership. They’re leaving with clarity, confidence, and concrete action plans to scale their enterprises.

Thank you for the opportunity to be part of your story!

Looking forward to today’s session

“Scale Smarter, Grow Faster” 🚀

Week 6 of Level Up is here!
Theme: Expanding Your Reach: Partnerships & Market Access

Entrepreneurs are learning from Ilana Steyn, MD of Company Partners. With 20+ years’ experience and a track record of helping 50,000+ businesses grow, Ilana shares practical strategies on partnerships, compliance, and market access - helping participants strengthen their business and prepare for the Bellville Business Expo.

We all love a good rant about the challenges of our young ones.

But here’s a thought—while we’re busy sharing the struggles, let’s also spotlight the wins. Our young entrepreneurs aren’t waiting for a golden ticket; they’re creating their own opportunities, launching businesses and side hustles that are full of passion and potential.

These aren’t just “little” ventures—they’re full-on dreams in action, from street-smart startups to creative side gigs, proving every day that hustle and heart can move mountains.

So, if you know a young entrepreneur doing amazing things, drop their link or story below. Let’s celebrate their grit, support their journey, and show how empowering our youth can light up the whole community.

Because when our youth shine, the future gets a whole lot brighter (and a bit more fun, too)!

Level Up Sustainable Business Programme This form will be used to collect data that will be used for purposes of the Level Up Programme and it's stakeholders

Hi everyone

We are looking for green businesses within the Northern Suburbs that would be interested in joining our Level Up Programme. It’s a great opportunity for growing green businesses.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XFDSMPN

Are We Making Life *Too* Easy for Our Kids?"**

One of the biggest reasons young people struggle with anxiety and lack resilience today? Well-meaning parents (like us) who do *everything* to make life easier for them.

We smooth every bump, remove every obstacle, and rush to fix every problem—until they’re left unprepared when life *doesn’t* go to plan.

But here’s the truth: Struggle builds strength. Discomfort teaches adaptability. And failure? It’s often the best teacher.

Instead of handing them lemonade, maybe we should let them taste the sourness first—so they learn to make it themselves. After all, resilience isn’t born from ease. It’s forged in the moments when they figure it out *on their own*.

Thoughts? 👇

Michelle Obama on why parenting feels overwhelming...