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The Konvenient Magazine, located in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa, is a premier publication dedicated to recognizing, celebrating, and empowering entrepreneurial leaders. Our mission is to inspire and inform with cutting-edge insights and transformative strategies tailored for the dynamic business landscape.
At The Konvenient Magazine, we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled content that fosters growth, innovation, and leadership excellence within the entrepreneurial community. With a team passionate about storytelling and business success, we are committed to becoming the beacon of knowledge for those aspiring to make a significant impact in their industries
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Siyanda Vazi on building an organisation designed to change lives.
On image: Siyanda Vazi, the founder, Chairman and CEO of Ubomi Foundation SA. After so many attempts to get hold of the man who is busy building not just his dream organisation but many people’s lives through his passion for developing communities through social solutions and education, we have finally got a moment to hear his heart and vision as he builds one of South Africa’s organisations that is strongly fighting unemployment while creating partnerships that matter to ful
Two decades of coffee, community and staying true to who you have kept 4th Avenue Café thriving.
On image: The team behind the stunning 4th Avenue Café. In my journey as a writer and entrepreneur I have learned and experienced how safe, motivating and inspiring it is to sit down in a coffee shop and work on your personal or business work. And most people would agree with me that coffee shops should never die, as these are spaces where not only entrepreneurs, but people from all walks of life, find rest and a moment to refresh by taking a pause over a cup of coffee, wheth
More than skincare, Anani Wellness is about creating moments that belong to you.
On image: The woman behind Anani Wellness, Zonke Jordan. Wellness will always be an important part of our daily living, and I think we should always appreciate everyone creating solutions around wellness. I mean, we run around every day, chasing everything to better our current situation, but the important thing is to always keep our wellness as the foundation so we can continue showing up strong, ready and healthy in our everyday hustle. Whether that wellness is about our in
Business
Siyanda Vazi on building an organisation designed to change lives.
On image: Siyanda Vazi, the founder, Chairman and CEO of Ubomi Foundation SA. After so many attempts to get hold of the man who is busy building not just his dream organisation but many people’s lives through his passion for developing communities through social solutions and education, we have finally got a moment to hear his heart and vision as he builds one of South Africa’s organisations that is strongly fighting unemployment while creating partnerships that matter to ful
Two decades of coffee, community and staying true to who you have kept 4th Avenue Café thriving.
On image: The team behind the stunning 4th Avenue Café. In my journey as a writer and entrepreneur I have learned and experienced how safe, motivating and inspiring it is to sit down in a coffee shop and work on your personal or business work. And most people would agree with me that coffee shops should never die, as these are spaces where not only entrepreneurs, but people from all walks of life, find rest and a moment to refresh by taking a pause over a cup of coffee, wheth
More than skincare, Anani Wellness is about creating moments that belong to you.
On image: The woman behind Anani Wellness, Zonke Jordan. Wellness will always be an important part of our daily living, and I think we should always appreciate everyone creating solutions around wellness. I mean, we run around every day, chasing everything to better our current situation, but the important thing is to always keep our wellness as the foundation so we can continue showing up strong, ready and healthy in our everyday hustle. Whether that wellness is about our in
Technology
S4 Integration continued investment in the future of STEM education in the Nelson Mandela Metro.
Image supplied. GQEBERHA, SOUTH AFRICA - S4 Integration launched their 8th session of the CARE (Coding And Robotics for Educators) at their software division (Wirk) this week, highlighting the tangible impact of its corporate social investment in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education. The event brought together industrial automation leaders, key educational technologists, and local educators to showcase how industry-led partnerships are br
SA smart glasses for visually impaired innovation ranked among world's top startups, founder appeals for public support.
Residing in Mdantsane in the Eastern Cape, a young man watched his visually impaired grandmother navigate daily life with courage and resilience. He saw the challenges she faced. He saw how something as simple as moving around independently could become difficult. And at just 11 years old, he made a promise to her: one day, he would create a solution that could help visually impaired people live more independently. Years later, that promise is becoming a reality. Today, E
South African e-hailing platform Bro shifts power back to drivers.
On image: CEO and founder of Bro, Persy Qamata. We all know in every industry that has reached a level of comfort, disruption is not just inevitable, it is necessary. Systems that remain unchanged for too long begin to serve themselves instead of the people they were designed for. South Africa’s e-hailing space is no exception. For years, commuters and drivers alike have navigated a system that works, but not always fairly, not always safely, and not always with the local con
Sports
Fifth Betway SA20 season to start at St George’s Park on 17 January with the Final taking place at Newlands on 21 February.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Pretoria Capitals will battle it out in a repeat of the Season 4 Final when the fifth season of Betway SA20 gets underway on Sunday, 17 January 2027 at St George’s Park in Gqeberha. The full list of fixtures announced today reveals a bumper month of non-stop cricket and entertainment, with all six stadiums around the country set to host the world's best T20 stars in action. Fans will be able to maximise their weekend entertainment with four blockbus
The role of sport in holistic education
Images supplied. Far from being a ‘nice-to-have’ on the timetable, sport plays a vital role in shaping well-rounded young people – building character, confidence and connection in ways that extend far beyond the field. At its best, it becomes a powerful tool in holistic education, developing not just physical ability, but emotional intelligence, resilience and a strong sense of self. More than just the game While winning and performance have their place, the true value of s
NMBM strengthens global sporting reputation.
Image supplied. Nelson Mandela Bay continues to strengthen its position as a leading destination for sport tourism, with the Nelson Mandela Bay–sponsored IRONMAN South Africa African Championship standing out as a flagship event that delivers significant economic and social value to the Metro. The 2025 edition of the event once again demonstrated the City’s capability to host world-class international competitions, attracting athletes and visitors from across the globe. Accor
Entertainment
Mzansi meets the world: Mzansi Philharmonic with Maxim Vengerov on tour in South Africa.
On image: Grammy award winning violinist, Maxim Vengerov. JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA — Classical music takes centre stage this December as the Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra embarks on its landmark 2026 National Tour, “Mzansi Meets the World,” bringing together some of the world’s finest musical talent with South Africa’s leading orchestral musicians. The tour marks the Orchestra’s 5th Anniversary Concert Tour and will travel to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Gqeberha, o
iFani's love for the West Side of New Brighton is unmatched.
Image supplied. iFani's new eight-track mixtape 'Msebenzi Wam' has finally dropped, and his tour, which began in Johannesburg in July and concluded in Motherwell, Gqeberha, has been a great success. Fans turned out in numbers to show their love and support for his music, proving that his audience has been waiting for this moment. Just days after the project's release, people on the streets have already begun naming their favourite songs. For me, the body of work is solid from
Back with purpose: Thembinkosi Booi's gospel journey continues to inspire.
On image: Thembinkosi Booi. Seeing familiar names getting back in the game and re-emphasising their greatness through their talent is always a beautiful thing to witness. We all know that life has seasons when one's well runs dry, and taking a step back to regain strength and allow that well to flow with healing water again is sometimes the wisest decision anyone can make. For gospel musician Thembinkosi Booi, that season of renewal has only strengthened his purpose, remindin
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