SouthAfricahas a considerably high number of dollar billionaires and millionaires than many other African nations.
Many of the wealthiest people are entrepreneurs who have invested in multiple ventures.
The number of South African entrepreneurs increases daily, each hoping to attain financial freedom.
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The prevailing economic situation in South Africa favoursbusinessgrowth.
As a result, there are many seasoned and new South African entrepreneurs.
Among them is a handful you should watch in 2022.
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Their hard work and passion for entrepreneurship have made them notable members of society.
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The programme was started in response to the lack of education for young underprivileged girls.
It empowers these girls to positively impact their personal circumstances and break the cycle of poverty in their families.
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He helps ambitious e-commerce brands grow their brands profitably.
TheStellenbosch University graduateis also an ex-rockstar.
He has an estimatednet worthof $5 million.
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Kim Whitaker
Kim Whitaker started her first tourism business at 23.
She was inspired by a year of living and working around the world.
She is the co-founder and CEO ofOnce Youth Hotels.
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She is also the co-founder ofKhwela Womxn.
Asanda Maqabuka
Asanda Maqabuka is a chef.
He is the CEO and founder of Chicken Bar SA, an establishment that serves African grilled chicken dishes.
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During the Covid-19 lockdown, he recognised the need for food delivery.
He launched theYojo Food appto allow food establishments to have their food delivered to customers.
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Arabella Parkinson
Arabella Parkinson is aplant-based chef, food consultant, and certified nutrition coach.
She is the founder of Eat to Thrive.
Her aim is to promote sustainable food systems and healthy food relationships.
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Qhawe Bula
Qhawe Bula is one of the successful South African entrepreneurs in 2022.
He is a University of Cape Town graduate and theco-founder of TAQA.
The goal of his company is to make knowledge accessible to all.
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He uses technology to increase access and eliminate language as a barrier to education and knowledge.
TAQA has adigital libraryof illustrative stories with read-along functionality and audio components to help children become competent in reading.
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Mariam Manack
Mariam Manack is thefounder of iTrain, a movement aimed at empowering women through fitness and strength.
She holds a BA in Sports Science and was named one of Forbes' 30Under30 in 2019.
Theo Baloyi
Theo Baloyi is among the emerging South African entrepreneurs to watch in 2022.
He is the founder and chief executive officer ofBathu Shoes, a sneaker line.
He is aForbes 30under30 Honoreebased in Johannesburg.
Cameron Naidoo
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Cameron Naidoo is a technophile andagency founder.
He is the co-founder of BookBeak, the world’s first app-based library of African stories.
In 2010, he founded Guerilla, a creative agency behind AmaMeme, the South African meme platform.
Lesego Mokae
Lesego Mokae is among the top South African entrepreneurs in 2022.
She was featured on the 30under30 list by Forbes in 2019.Mokae foundedDitsogo Projects in 2018.
The company produces steel products.
He spent some time cleaning tents at KwaMashu before starting his company.
Kgahlego Rasebotsa
Kgahlego Rasebotsa is one of the top female South African entrepreneurs to watch.
In 2019, she was featured onForbes' 30under30in the business category.
She is a Business Administration graduate and the founder of Interior Bubble.
Her business is based in Polokwane.
Initially, she sold scatter cushions in pop-up stores.
Today, she designs offices for government officials and other high-end clients.
She founded Lilly Loompa, an upcycled homeware business, during the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown period.
Her recycling and upscaling business has grown tremendously since then.
Her eco-friendly and handcrafted products have won the hearts of numerous people.
Calvin Pokgwadi
Calvin Pokgwadi is among the black South African entrepreneurs to watch.
He is the Director of Operations at StemPath Labs.
Hestudied medicineat the University of Pretoria.
After graduating, he observed the lack of healthcare services in poorer communities.
He launched his company in 2014 to solve the challenge.
Who is the richest entrepreneur in the world?
The wealthiest entrepreneur is Elon Musk, with anet worthof $273.2 billion.
He is the co-founder of six companies, including Tesla, SpaceX, and Boring Company.
Who is the most successful entrepreneur in South Africa?
Nicky Oppenheimer is the most successful entrepreneur in South Africa in 2022, with anet worthof $8.4 billion.
He has amassed his riches from diamond trading.
Who is the youngest entrepreneur in South Africa?
It is challenging to identify the youngest entrepreneur in the country because many young people are running successful businesses.
Who is the richest entrepreneur in Africa?
Aliko Dangote is the wealthiest entrepreneur on the continent.
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There are numerous South African entrepreneurs in 2022.
Some are running multi-million dollar empires and are ranked among the most successful entrepreneurs in the country.
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Briefly.co.za recently published a list of 10powerful familiesin South Africa in 2022.
These are the richest families in the country.
They are worth millions or billions of dollars.
Some have tapped into the lucrative mining industry, while others own stakes in financial institutions.
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