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Kwa-Thema – In right this moment’s difficult financial local weather, entrepreneurship is greater than only a technique of survival; it’s a highly effective software for change.

“As a neighborhood enterprise proprietor, I’ve witnessed first-hand how beginning a enterprise can rework lives, create employment alternatives and encourage the following era.

“My journey into enterprise and expertise is a testomony to the facility of ardour, resilience and group assist,” defined Lebogang Ntlwane (25), the director of the Monarng Specific, an IT options and cabling firm.

His curiosity in computer systems and expertise began at dwelling when he performed along with his brother’s pc.

“I used to be lucky sufficient to attend Strubenvale Main Faculty, the place they launched computer systems from Grades Three to Seven, giving me a powerful basis in IT.

“Sadly, my highschool didn’t have a pc lab to sharpen these expertise, however the introduction of e-learning throughout my highschool years allowed me to develop my data.

“I even discovered myself educating educators important laptop computer and pc expertise, changing into the go-to individual for IT-related points in my courses,” he added.

After highschool, Ntlwane pursued enterprise administration in school, the place his ardour for IT merged along with his entrepreneurial aspirations. This led to the imaginative and prescient for Monareng Specific, which supplies IT options whereas creating job alternatives in the neighborhood.

“Registering the enterprise was simply step one. I wanted funds to function, so I took on employment to assist my dream.

“My journey took me via numerous IT-related positions, from working at Rosebank Faculty’s IT division to serving to at my former highschool’s IT division in 2021.

“Whereas working in numerous corporations, I continued working my enterprise on the aspect, in search of development alternatives. In 2024, I made a decision to focus solely on my enterprise,” he stated.

By way of his enterprise, Ntlwane has made significant contributions to Springs Boys Excessive Faculty, like a soccer package, snacks and bottled water, and his agency was the official sponsor for the 2024 Soccer Pageant.

The corporate has additionally helped the Kristo Inkosi Church and the Abasubathi Athletics Membership.

“Certainly one of my biggest ambitions is to encourage and empower the youth in my group. Many younger folks face restricted job alternatives, however by fostering a tradition of entrepreneurship, we are able to equip them with the abilities and confidence to create their very own paths.

“I encourage aspiring entrepreneurs to embrace their passions, search data and take step one towards constructing their companies.

“Let’s work collectively to assist small companies. Whether or not via funding, mentorship or creating networking alternatives, we are able to strengthen our native financial system and create sustainable employment alternatives. By investing in native companies, we put money into the way forward for our group.

“Regardless of the challenges, I firmly imagine now’s the time to take management of our financial future. Let’s construct a thriving, self-sustaining financial system – one enterprise at a time,” he stated.