Making Moves 7 - Episode 27: Retail sector

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Channel: SABC Education Shows · 2016 · Education

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Retail plays an important role in stimulating our economy, in this episode we look at two strong-willed entrepreneurs who are carving their teeth in the retail landscape Mdantsane born lawyer turned entrepreneur Busi Mqingwana is the proud owner of The Runner’s Store- a sport apparel store based in Pretoria CBD. She shares with us her quantum leap of faith of leaving her cushy job to follow her passion,  running, which led to her starting her own business.  We sit down with her friends in Pretoria and reminisce about her up-bringing in Mdantsane.

Later we travel to Rustenberg to meet Mercia Ramagaga owner of Deepmoon Emporium in the heart of town. Deepmoon specializes in bespoke garments and it has found its niche in the small town. Mercia takes us back to her home in Mahikeng where we meet people who have shaped and influenced her. She opens up about some of the challenges facing her business and where she wants to take the business in the future.

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Making Moves showcases exciting entrepreneurial stories of young South Africans reaching for their dreams. By profiling young entrepreneurs, Making Moves motivates, inspires and educates audiences in the multitude opportunities and possibilities that exist in the world of business. The vibrant and multilingual Siya Mdlalose, continues as a field presenter while Bonngoe TV MD Pepsi Pokane, adds his wealth of experience as a frank, hard-hitting studio host.

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