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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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Justin Nkhata on money, purpose and lasting impact.
On image: Justin Nkhata, Senior Financial Planner at Sanlam. Financial literacy is a topic that deserves attention every day, especially in the kind of economy South Africa is currently facing. The importance of understanding money extends to both present and future financial stability. Whether one is ready to seek financial advice or not, the need to make informed financial decisions remains. We chat with Justin Nkhata, a Senior Financial Planner at Sanlam, a passionate prof
How Baliwe Sibisi turned her love for clay into uBaliwe.
On image: Baliwe Sibisi, founder of uBaliwe. Paying attention to the things you do daily, the things you play with daily and the things you say most often can unlock dreams you never knew were waiting for you. I say this because, most of the time, we go about our everyday lives doing things that bring us peace, sometimes overlooking the fact that what we love doing could one day become our bread and butter. And yes, some people turn their hobbies into businesses because they
Angie Lekalakala’s vision for a more connected business community.
On image: The woman behind Next Generation Business Connect Awards, Angie Lekalakala. As an entrepreneur myself, it is always a pleasure to meet and engage with people who share the same drive. What interests me most is that entrepreneurs can have a lot on their plates, yet still make time for conversations where they can learn, exchange ideas and share their journeys. I met up with Angie Lekalakala in Rosebank, Johannesburg, to chat about her journey, life as an entrepreneur
Business
Justin Nkhata on money, purpose and lasting impact.
On image: Justin Nkhata, Senior Financial Planner at Sanlam. Financial literacy is a topic that deserves attention every day, especially in the kind of economy South Africa is currently facing. The importance of understanding money extends to both present and future financial stability. Whether one is ready to seek financial advice or not, the need to make informed financial decisions remains. We chat with Justin Nkhata, a Senior Financial Planner at Sanlam, a passionate prof
How Baliwe Sibisi turned her love for clay into uBaliwe.
On image: Baliwe Sibisi, founder of uBaliwe. Paying attention to the things you do daily, the things you play with daily and the things you say most often can unlock dreams you never knew were waiting for you. I say this because, most of the time, we go about our everyday lives doing things that bring us peace, sometimes overlooking the fact that what we love doing could one day become our bread and butter. And yes, some people turn their hobbies into businesses because they
Angie Lekalakala’s vision for a more connected business community.
On image: The woman behind Next Generation Business Connect Awards, Angie Lekalakala. As an entrepreneur myself, it is always a pleasure to meet and engage with people who share the same drive. What interests me most is that entrepreneurs can have a lot on their plates, yet still make time for conversations where they can learn, exchange ideas and share their journeys. I met up with Angie Lekalakala in Rosebank, Johannesburg, to chat about her journey, life as an entrepreneur
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
The Ghost, goals and glory: Getting to know the Soweto Derby with Suzuki.
Images supplied. Few football rivalries command the attention of South Africa quite like the Soweto Derby. On Saturday, 31 October, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs will face-off at Johannesburg's FNB Stadium, bringing generations of football loyalty, fierce competition and plenty of noise to a time-honoured fixture that means far more than the final score. With Halloween falling on derby day, this year's clash also carries an extra twist as the timing is rather fitting for
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
Entertainment
Gqeberha’s own orchestral talent joins international violin virtuoso Maxim Vengerov for Mzansi Philharmonic concert.
Event artwork. Gqeberha, Eastern Cape - Classical music lovers in Gqeberha will have an opportunity to experience an exceptional evening of orchestral music when the Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra brings its Mzansi Meets the World national tour to the Feather Market Centre on Tuesday, 8 December 2026. Adding a distinctly local connection to the performance are musicians David Bester, George Foster, and Etienne Mecloen, whose professional journeys are closely linked to
Bambo Talent Agency welcomes Gqeberha house music artist Khanya Myataza.
On image: New single artwork. Gqeberha, Eastern Cape – Bambo Talent Agency is pleased to announce the addition of emerging house music artist Khanya Myataza to its growing family of talent, marking an exciting new chapter in the young singer's musical journey. Born and raised in Gqeberha, Khanya is an upcoming artist whose smooth vocals and heartfelt sound are beginning to shape her identity in the music industry. With a passion for house music and a desire to connect with pe
From Gqeberha to the small screen: Media Seven brings three new children’s worlds to South African television.
On image: Nature Nerd. There is something powerful about seeing locally created stories make their way onto national television, particularly when those stories are designed to educate, entertain and speak to South African children in ways that feel familiar. This October, Gqeberha-based Media Seven is bringing three new animated productions to South African screens - Nature Nerd, The Pencil Tin and Gordon. While each series enters a completely different world, from wildlife
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