“Too often we ask for success with things that we have no knowledge of” © Thulisa Qangule 2010
Inspired and driven by someone who made a breakthrough in the last 18 months.
This individual happens to feel trapped in a space so unfamiliar that he’s resorted to entertaining the old habits of days gone by.
One of the major issues coming to the surface is that his financial status has gone through a total make-over- for the better, yet his old identity is something that is still lingering in the air haunting him like a live ghost as it were.
This particular individual has no sense of where to go, who to hang out with, what to wear or what the social etiquette for his new found status is…hmmm…
All too darn familiar.
Got me introspecting on the number of things many of us sit down and invest paper and ink in, especially at the beginning of each year.
· I want a trimmer, more slender shape. All very well. Do you know how to carry that new shape?
· I want a promotion and would like to see my salary quadruple in the next 2 years. All very well. Do you know how to be wealthy and how to live “ rich” ?
· I want new friends and powerful alliances in high places. All very well. Do you know that realm, can you navigate it with superb dexterity?
· I want so and so’s such and such and the ability to do yada yada yada. All very well. Do you know how it all works?
All these unsatisfied desires that people carry in their minds and hearts, on a daily basis. Do most people even realize that sometimes, giving too much too quickly is like giving an untrained 5year old nuclear missiles?
Do people even consider that everything on this earth plane has its own pros and cons?
I just have a blazing suspicion from assessing the number of people unable to take accountability and responsibility for the basic, simple things in THEIR CURRENT lives and selves, that the bigger things would be highly catastrophic to handle.
I’m not going to spend the entire day manifesting symptoms of typo-sis over this. I’m leaving this subject matter right here, the rest of it will remain with the reader to fully consider whether or not thorough research, skill, knowledge and capacity to handle any requests made co-exists with their current selves. If not, more reflection and learning may be necessary.
DON’T GO AND ASK FOR THINGS YOU CANNOT HANDLE. DON’T GO AND TAKE UPON SELF RESPONSIBILITIES BEYOND YOUR CAPACITY AND DON’T GO CHASING DREAMS PREMATURELY AS THE RESULTS MAY PROVE MORE DISASTROUS THAN VICTOROIUS.
LETS ALL GET IN TOUCH WITH OUR COMPETENCE FIRST, AND THEN ASK AROUND. ©
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
WATCH THIS SPACE!!!
In the last couple meetings at Silimela Sa Sechaba, we have taken steps to get closer to starting our first developmental project.
With pride in our hearts and by harnessing the power of networking, we are a few steps away from assisting one of our members realise their dream of agri-economic participation, and with that our first developmental project.
The sustainable development of Africans is our major reason for being and we are therefore working hard to make sure that at least one of our members and therefore many other Africans are developed economically this year (2010). We have clear intentions of making Africans more than just consumers.
We are tired of complaining about the status quo, the economic enslavement of Africans and the limited economic participation by Africans and have thus decided that this is the season for our nation.
We are a wealthy nation when we stand together. Lets tap into that wealth, build it and make it sustainable.
We, as Silimela Sa Sechaba, have taken our first steps to economic greatness for Africans. We urge all Africans and those who stand for the economic development of Africans to join us in making a better South Africa.
Those who are still unsure of joining us...WATCH THIS SPACE!!!
With pride in our hearts and by harnessing the power of networking, we are a few steps away from assisting one of our members realise their dream of agri-economic participation, and with that our first developmental project.
The sustainable development of Africans is our major reason for being and we are therefore working hard to make sure that at least one of our members and therefore many other Africans are developed economically this year (2010). We have clear intentions of making Africans more than just consumers.
We are tired of complaining about the status quo, the economic enslavement of Africans and the limited economic participation by Africans and have thus decided that this is the season for our nation.
We are a wealthy nation when we stand together. Lets tap into that wealth, build it and make it sustainable.
We, as Silimela Sa Sechaba, have taken our first steps to economic greatness for Africans. We urge all Africans and those who stand for the economic development of Africans to join us in making a better South Africa.
Those who are still unsure of joining us...WATCH THIS SPACE!!!
Other Young Africans doing it for themselves
Below are a few examples of Africans who chose to take their economic destinies into their own hands. We at Silimela Sa Sechaba salute their efforts and urge other Africans to support them in their endevours.
We can only secure our economic future as Africans by getting into business and by building & supporting each other.
Sello Morudu:
It all started as a hobby, but now it is a profession and played a vital role in helping to reduce the high rate of unemployment in the Limpopo Province. Sello Morudu is a firm believer that “failure to take a risk is worse than taking a risk that leads to fail” At the age of 23, he is the proud owner of TS Architects cc, the company he established last year in February. The company is doing house Plans, Extension Plans, Upgrading Existing Houses and all types of plans in demand. Like other entrepreneurs, he received inspiration from a friend to do things for himself. “I was inspired by a friend of mine from Botswana to work for myself after he was convinced by my neat drawings, drawing is in my blood” he explained. Morudu fell in love with drawing while still at primary school and while at secondary school, he then considered to study Architecture at tertiary level. After finishing his secondary education, he enrolled with Capricorn FET College to attain his dream of obtaining an Architectural diploma. A dream to achieve an architectural qualification was turning into reality during his tertiary education. He started to make house plans for his neignbours just to have a petty cash, but within a period of two years, he found himself making plans almost on a daily basis and customers increased tremendously and as a result he dropped studying to work as an Architect. This young lad acknowledged that it is bumpy road to start a business, but despite whatever predicament you might encounter on the mission to be your own boss, Morudu said that people must be ready to tackle any challenge on their way.
Zibusiso Mkhwanazi:
The 23-year-old Zibusiso Mkhwanazi chairs Krazyboyz Digital, a multimillion-rand IT firm and one of South Africa's largest digital agencies. Its clients include Canal Walk, Cardies, the Development Bank of Southern Africa, Foschini, the Pan African Parliament, Tshwane Metro and the UK lottery. In 2001, he and Neo Mothlabane formed Csonke.com with R2 000 seed capital, designing websites for SMMEs at R20 000 each. By 2004, the two friends had increased their turnover by over 1Â 000%. He also developed an Africa business strategy for Csonke that gave the company a presence in Botswana. He led Csonke's BEE acquisition of Krazyboyz shares and later led a merger with Csonke.com. Mkhwanazi attributes his success at such a young age to taking the road less travelled. He says his philosophy in all strategies is that "plans are not for planning, they are for achieving results."
Chene Molotsi:
Chene Molotsi is the owner of Alu-Absoluut, which manufactures and installs a wide range of aluminium products. She has owned several informal businesses at various times and created employment for a number of people. An established businessperson, Molotsi has been involved in the development and growth of several ventures, which she later sold at a profit. She has held senior managerial positions in business banking and the financial services industry in companies such as the former People's Bank, where she specialised in the financing and development of small and medium enterprises. Her business ventures included a shoe retailing business that sold designer women's shoes to a select client base. Molotsi has also been involved in the distribution of gas stoves and pots. She holds a BCom from the University of Natal, Durban, and a BCom (Honours) from Rand Afrikaans University.
Nthabiseng Thabethe:
Nthabiseng Thabethe is only 30 years old, but she knows the rough side of business. Thabethe says she cut her teeth in small business when she realised what it is like to pay rent for three months with no income. She needed a massage and spa pampering after this induction, and is now reaping the benefits as owner of the Chi Spa. Chi has picked up a steady client base and her business is supported by the Umsobomvu Youth Fund. She is from the Mogoba people in Ventersdorp, who were forcefully removed under apartheid and were among the first recipients of land restitution. She counts the receipt of their title deeds as a seminal moment. Thabethe has worked for a number of companies, including FNB, Transnet, RMB, Anglo-Platinum and Vodacom. The spa keeps her busy for six days a week, but she spends her spare time with her child. She also enjoys reading, horseriding, movies and entertaining.
Psychology Cebekhulu:
Psychology Cebekhulu calls himself "the very definition of the South African, young black success story". He certainly does not lack confidence. Cebekhulu's success stems from South Africa's love of a party and its penchant for turning every occasion into an event. He is the founder of Soundrite, a company supplying sound, staging and lighting equipment, video screens, marquees and the like to the events industry. Cebekhulu is a beneficiary of the government's targeted plans to provide contracts to black entrepreneurs -- his biggest events have been state funerals and the presidential imbizo. He loves water sports and music and also dabbles in real estate.
We can only secure our economic future as Africans by getting into business and by building & supporting each other.
Sello Morudu:
It all started as a hobby, but now it is a profession and played a vital role in helping to reduce the high rate of unemployment in the Limpopo Province. Sello Morudu is a firm believer that “failure to take a risk is worse than taking a risk that leads to fail” At the age of 23, he is the proud owner of TS Architects cc, the company he established last year in February. The company is doing house Plans, Extension Plans, Upgrading Existing Houses and all types of plans in demand. Like other entrepreneurs, he received inspiration from a friend to do things for himself. “I was inspired by a friend of mine from Botswana to work for myself after he was convinced by my neat drawings, drawing is in my blood” he explained. Morudu fell in love with drawing while still at primary school and while at secondary school, he then considered to study Architecture at tertiary level. After finishing his secondary education, he enrolled with Capricorn FET College to attain his dream of obtaining an Architectural diploma. A dream to achieve an architectural qualification was turning into reality during his tertiary education. He started to make house plans for his neignbours just to have a petty cash, but within a period of two years, he found himself making plans almost on a daily basis and customers increased tremendously and as a result he dropped studying to work as an Architect. This young lad acknowledged that it is bumpy road to start a business, but despite whatever predicament you might encounter on the mission to be your own boss, Morudu said that people must be ready to tackle any challenge on their way.
Zibusiso Mkhwanazi:
The 23-year-old Zibusiso Mkhwanazi chairs Krazyboyz Digital, a multimillion-rand IT firm and one of South Africa's largest digital agencies. Its clients include Canal Walk, Cardies, the Development Bank of Southern Africa, Foschini, the Pan African Parliament, Tshwane Metro and the UK lottery. In 2001, he and Neo Mothlabane formed Csonke.com with R2 000 seed capital, designing websites for SMMEs at R20 000 each. By 2004, the two friends had increased their turnover by over 1Â 000%. He also developed an Africa business strategy for Csonke that gave the company a presence in Botswana. He led Csonke's BEE acquisition of Krazyboyz shares and later led a merger with Csonke.com. Mkhwanazi attributes his success at such a young age to taking the road less travelled. He says his philosophy in all strategies is that "plans are not for planning, they are for achieving results."
Chene Molotsi:
Chene Molotsi is the owner of Alu-Absoluut, which manufactures and installs a wide range of aluminium products. She has owned several informal businesses at various times and created employment for a number of people. An established businessperson, Molotsi has been involved in the development and growth of several ventures, which she later sold at a profit. She has held senior managerial positions in business banking and the financial services industry in companies such as the former People's Bank, where she specialised in the financing and development of small and medium enterprises. Her business ventures included a shoe retailing business that sold designer women's shoes to a select client base. Molotsi has also been involved in the distribution of gas stoves and pots. She holds a BCom from the University of Natal, Durban, and a BCom (Honours) from Rand Afrikaans University.
Nthabiseng Thabethe:
Nthabiseng Thabethe is only 30 years old, but she knows the rough side of business. Thabethe says she cut her teeth in small business when she realised what it is like to pay rent for three months with no income. She needed a massage and spa pampering after this induction, and is now reaping the benefits as owner of the Chi Spa. Chi has picked up a steady client base and her business is supported by the Umsobomvu Youth Fund. She is from the Mogoba people in Ventersdorp, who were forcefully removed under apartheid and were among the first recipients of land restitution. She counts the receipt of their title deeds as a seminal moment. Thabethe has worked for a number of companies, including FNB, Transnet, RMB, Anglo-Platinum and Vodacom. The spa keeps her busy for six days a week, but she spends her spare time with her child. She also enjoys reading, horseriding, movies and entertaining.
Psychology Cebekhulu:
Psychology Cebekhulu calls himself "the very definition of the South African, young black success story". He certainly does not lack confidence. Cebekhulu's success stems from South Africa's love of a party and its penchant for turning every occasion into an event. He is the founder of Soundrite, a company supplying sound, staging and lighting equipment, video screens, marquees and the like to the events industry. Cebekhulu is a beneficiary of the government's targeted plans to provide contracts to black entrepreneurs -- his biggest events have been state funerals and the presidential imbizo. He loves water sports and music and also dabbles in real estate.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Madaktari Africa
I just love the photography, so awesome!!! What a great cause! See the website here.
New Silimela Sa Sechaba look and feel
Hi guys... I went and tweeked the website layout and pleased with the new look, take a look and let me know your thoughts - www.silimelasasechaba.org
Monday, January 18, 2010
Young People Who Rock
Young People Who Rock is a weekly interview series focused on people under 30 - from CEOs to entertainers to athletes to community and political leaders - who are doing remarkable things. Nicole Lapin finds them and introduces them here by writing a weekly column that goes out in time for you to chime in before she interviews them Fridays on CNN.com Live.
Website: http://ypwr.blogs.cnn.com
W.K. Kellogg Foundation
W.K. Kellogg’s compassion and his belief in the promise and the importance of children were clear in the name he chose for the organization he created in 1930: the W.K. Kellogg Child Welfare Foundation. While the organization name was soon shortened to the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the focus on protecting, nurturing and supporting opportunities for children has continued to this day.
Website: http://www.wkkf.org
TED
TED is a small nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from three worlds: Technology, Entertainment, Design. Since then its scope has become ever broader. Along with the annual TED Conference in Long Beach, California, and the TEDGlobal conference in Oxford UK, TED includes the award-winning TEDTalks video site, the Open Translation Program, the new TEDx community program, this year's TEDIndia Conference and the annual TED Prize.
Website: http://www.ted.com
Photogallery update...
Hi guys... The photo gallery has been updated with pics from the two meetings we had last week. Many thanks again to the founding members and the growing member support to the organization. I look forward to the meetings with the newly formed sub-committees this week. Click here.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Photogallery update...
Hi guys...
Many thanks for the 1st 2010 meeting which certainly increased, inspired and heightened my understanding of the organization. Here's to a year filled with fantastic development ideas. The images from the meeting go up on our main official website very soon. We meet again this Saturday, till then.
Many thanks for the 1st 2010 meeting which certainly increased, inspired and heightened my understanding of the organization. Here's to a year filled with fantastic development ideas. The images from the meeting go up on our main official website very soon. We meet again this Saturday, till then.
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