#GetThingsDone

- Chief @IAFbrands
- Founder @JoinUsForTEA
- Awarded Speaker
- Mentor/Coach
- SA Young Trailblaizer
- TV & Radio Contributor
- [email protected]

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

With limited resources, I started in my mom's garage in Tembisa. Typed over 10 000 cv's. Making R180 to R 380 per month. No Funding. No work or business experience. 17 years later, the journey continues. I am Grateful to God and my my community. INTERCESSOR ARMY FRANCHISING 🖤

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

Being young is one of life’s greatest gifts.

It is a season filled with energy, potential, creativity and opportunity. The choices you make today have the power to shape the future you will live tomorrow.

Youth Day is more than a public holiday. It is a reminder of the courage and conviction of the youth of 1976, young people who stood for something greater than themselves and changed the course of history.

The question for today’s generation is simple: What are you standing for?

Live intentionally. Use your energy wisely. Invest in your growth. Build something meaningful. Because one day, you will look back on these years and either be grateful for how you used them or wish you had done more.

Make your youth count.

https://t.co/7blc2WTYQf
#GetThingsDone

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

Refuse to start the week without a clear plan. Before you sleep, go through your task list, plan for the week ahead & Execute. Be deliberate with your time and effort.

I unpack how to #GetThingsDone in my book, the Township Entrepreneurs Guide to GET THINGS DONE.

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

NOW AVAILABLE📢

The Book is available at R 250 for the book & R 120 nationwide delivery. Get in touch with us for tailored order for your staff, team and entrepreneurs.

Order link: https://t.co/0MDr6TnHRa

Alternatively, you can deposit here:

Banking Details:

Name: INTERCESSOR ARMY FRANCHISING
Bank: Nedbank
Account: 1234725185
Amount: R250 per book and deliver is R120

Send POP to 068 158 9484/ [email protected]

Overview:
The Township Entrepreneurs Guide to
GET THINGS DONE 

This a book that comes straight from my heart and experience, crafted to empower township entrepreneurs across South Africa. Over the years, Bulelani Balabala has walked the journey of entrepreneurship, learning, failing, growing and most importantly creating multiple successful business from eKasi. The book was inspired by the challenges faced by township entrepreneurs operating eKasi at a micro and small scale, this data was gathered through Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA).

This is more than just a book it’s a call to action for everyone who believes in the future of South Africa’s township economy.

#GetThingsDone

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

NOW AVAILABLE📢

The Book is available at R 250 for the book & R 120 nationwide delivery. Get in touch with us for tailored order for your staff, team and entrepreneurs.

Order link: https://t.co/0MDr6TnHRa

Alternatively, you can deposit here:

Banking Details:

Name: INTERCESSOR ARMY FRANCHISING
Bank: Nedbank
Account: 1234725185
Amount: R250 per book and deliver is R120

Send POP to 068 158 9484/ [email protected]

Overview:
The Township Entrepreneurs Guide to
GET THINGS DONE 

This a book that comes straight from my heart and experience, crafted to empower township entrepreneurs across South Africa. Over the years, Bulelani Balabala has walked the journey of entrepreneurship, learning, failing, growing and most importantly creating multiple successful business from eKasi. The book was inspired by the challenges faced by township entrepreneurs operating eKasi at a micro and small scale, this data was gathered through Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA).

This is more than just a book it’s a call to action for everyone who believes in the future of South Africa’s township economy.

#GetThingsDone

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

RECAP – TEA Kasi Business Workshop | Gugulethu

The TEA Kasi Business Workshop in Gugulethu brought together a powerful community of township entrepreneurs committed to learning, growth and building sustainable businesses.

Under the masterclass theme “How to Increase Your Sales”, the session focused on practical, actionable strategies to help business owners attract more customers, improve service delivery and grow their income. Entrepreneurs explored simple but powerful approaches to sales, customer service excellence and effective marketing of products and services.

The day featured impactful Masterclasses, the vibrant Kasi Business Exhibition, high-energy networking sessions, inspiring Mbawula Chat conversation and the Kasi Pitching Challenge where entrepreneurs stepped forward to showcase their businesses with confidence.

Watch the full workshop here: https://t.co/LuU2OjUrG0

From learning and networking to real business exposure, Gugulethu reflected what TEA is all about, impacting Kasi entrepreneurs one township at a time.

#JoinUsForTEA
#KasiBusinessWorkshop

[#JoinUsForTEA @JoinUsForTEA]

#SpillTheTEA community! Would you choose short-term responsibility or long-term opportunity?

#JoinUsForTEA

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

Good Luck, Bafana Bafana!

We stand behind our boys as they represent South Africa on the world stage. Your dedication, resilience and passion inspire us all. Go out there, make us proud and show the world what South African talent is made of!

Wishing Bafana Bafana all the best in their upcoming matches, the whole country is behind you. 🇿🇦

#BafanaBafana
#JoinUsForTEA

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

Speaking Opportunity | Youth Month

This Youth Month, I reflect on the delivered keynote address at the StepUp2 a Startup programme, an impactful initiative led by PrimeStars focused on empowering high school learners across South Africa through entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability.
The programme placed a strong focus on the green economy, agriculture and environmental sustainability.

As I reflected during the session, I could not help but think about the MILLIONS of young people who have collectively been impacted over the years through the work of PrimeStars under the leadership of Mr Martin Sweet as well as the SLEF (Sbusiso Leope Education Foundation) led by Sibusiso Leope. The work these two gentlemen and their organisations continue to do at grassroots level is creating opportunities, restoring hope and exposing young people to possibilities beyond their circumstances.

In the early years, I have had the privilege of volunteering my time and services towards both initiatives because I firmly believe that young people are the future of this country. When we invest in young people, we invest in the future of South Africa.

My message to every young person is simple:
Dream boldly. Start where you are. Use what you have. Build with purpose.

@SLEF_SA @djsbu

#YouthMonth #Entrepreneurship #YouthDevelopment #GetThingsDone

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

Never underestimate the power of showing up.

You may not always have all the resources, the perfect plan or complete certainty about the outcome. But showing up consistently, honouring your commitments and communicating effectively builds trust over time.

People remember reliability. They remember those who keep their word. They remember those who stay present even when things are not easy.

Success is not only about being seen. It is about being dependable, consistent and intentional in how you show up every day.

Keep showing up. Keep doing the work. The impact is often greater than you realise.

https://t.co/7blc2WTYQf
#GetThingsDone

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

Make It Happen With What You Have

Success is not always about having more resources. Often, it is about being intentional with what you already have.

Use your mind effectively. Think deeper. Look beyond immediate rewards and focus on building something that creates value over the long term. The entrepreneurs who win are not always the ones with the most, but those who make the most of what they have.

Stop waiting for the perfect moment, the perfect opportunity or the perfect conditions. Start where you are, use what you have and make it happen.

https://t.co/7blc2WTYQf
#GetThingsDone

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

Refuse to start the week without a clear plan. Before you sleep, go through your task list, plan for the week ahead & Execute. Be deliberate with your time and effort.

I unpack how to #GetThingsDone in my book, the Township Entrepreneurs Guide to GET THINGS DONE.

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

NOW AVAILABLE📢

The Book is available at R 250 for the book & R 120 nationwide delivery. Get in touch with us for tailored order for your staff, team and entrepreneurs.

Order link: https://t.co/0MDr6TnHRa

Alternatively, you can deposit here:

Banking Details:

Name: INTERCESSOR ARMY FRANCHISING
Bank: Nedbank
Account: 1234725185
Amount: R250 per book and deliver is R120

Send POP to 068 158 9484/ [email protected]

Overview:
The Township Entrepreneurs Guide to
GET THINGS DONE 

This a book that comes straight from my heart and experience, crafted to empower township entrepreneurs across South Africa. Over the years, Bulelani Balabala has walked the journey of entrepreneurship, learning, failing, growing and most importantly creating multiple successful business from eKasi. The book was inspired by the challenges faced by township entrepreneurs operating eKasi at a micro and small scale, this data was gathered through Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA).

This is more than just a book it’s a call to action for everyone who believes in the future of South Africa’s township economy.

#GetThingsDone

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

📢 Speaker Announcement

#JoinUsForTEA with Khaya Burwana, Founder of AgriKey, Farmer, Agricultural Advocate and Community Development Champion.

Bio:
Khaya Burwana is a dedicated and forward-thinking farmer based in Cape Town with a passion for sustainable agriculture, food security, and youth empowerment. Combining traditional farming knowledge with modern agricultural techniques, he focuses on soil health, water conservation, and environmentally responsible farming practices suited to the unique climate of the Western Cape.

With a strong academic background in Information Systems and Information Technology, including a Master’s Degree in Technology, Khaya has successfully merged innovation and agriculture to drive meaningful impact within communities. Through his commitment to agricultural development, he has helped establish more than five school gardens in Khayelitsha and Mfuleni, introducing young people to food production and the opportunities within the agricultural sector.

Beyond his farming activities, Khaya actively participates in local farming cooperatives and mentorship programmes, sharing knowledge and advocating for sustainable food systems and economic participation through agriculture.

Join us at the upcoming TEA Kasi Business Workshop in Gugulethu, Western Cape, for insightful conversations, practical business knowledge, and opportunities to grow your entrepreneurial journey.

Watch Live: https://t.co/SaaFPVk35o

#KasiBusinessWorkshop
#JoinUsForTEA

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

📢 Speaker Announcement

#JoinUsForTEA with Andile Magadla, Senior Professional Officer: Supplier Development City of Cape Town @CityofCT

Bio:
Andile Magadla is a seasoned public sector professional with more than 20 years of experience in public service. Throughout his career, he has developed extensive expertise in strategic planning, administration, local economic development, programme and project management, stakeholder and relationship management, business consulting, facilitation, leadership, and business retention and expansion.

He currently serves as a Senior Professional Officer: Supplier Development at the City of Cape Town, where he leads initiatives aimed at supporting new and existing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). In this role, he champions supplier development programmes and access-to-market initiatives that promote economic participation, enterprise growth, and inclusive local economic development.

Andile is currently completing a Master’s degree in public administration at the University of the Western Cape. His research focuses on The Role of Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises in Local Economic Development in Khayelitsha, City of Cape Town, reflecting
his commitment to advancing sustainable economic opportunities within local communities. Passionate about lifelong learning and social impact, Andile is dedicated to empowering others through education, knowledge sharing, mentorship, and leadership. He is driven by a vision of creating a meaningful legacy that inspires and equips future generations to contribute positively to society and economic development.

Join us at the upcoming TEA Kasi Business Workshop in Gugulethu, Western Cape, for insightful conversations, practical business knowledge, and opportunities to grow your entrepreneurial journey.

Watch Live: https://t.co/SaaFPVk35o

#KasiBusinessWorkshop
#JoinUsForTEA

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

📢 Speaker Announcement

#JoinUsForTEA with Sindile Mavundla, Founder of @KhaltshaCycles Academy.

Bio:
Sindile (affectionately known as Sindz) Mavundla wears multiple hats, each contributing to positive change in Cape Town and beyond. As the Chief Bicycle Officer at Rook Cycles, a proudly Cape Town-born bicycle manufacturing brand, Sindz combines passion with purpose. Rook Cycles collaborates with partner stores across South Africa, promoting cycling as a lifestyle choice and sustainable mode of transport.

In 2021, Sindz founded the Khaltsha Cycling Academy, a girls-only initiative based in Khayelitsha. Beyond cycling, this academy is a movement fueled by the belief that education and sport can transform the destinies of young girls in South Africa. Through mentorship, education support, and self-development programs, Khaltsha Cycling Academy is changing lives in Khayelitsha.

Additionally, Sindz serves as the Bicycle Mayor of Cape Town, advocating for increased ridership, promoting cycling mobility, and ensuring safe cycling infrastructure. This position is part of the global Bicycle Mayor Network, an initiative developed by BYCS, an Amsterdam-based social enterprise. BYCS understands that more cycling leads to healthier, happier, and more prosperous cities for all. The network's ambitious goal? Achieve 50% of all city trips by bike by 2030. Let's continue to pedal toward a better future, one where more people choose bikes as their preferred mode of transportation.

Join us at the upcoming TEA Kasi Business Workshop in Gugulethu, Western Cape, for insightful conversations, practical business knowledge, and opportunities to grow your entrepreneurial journey.

Watch Live: https://t.co/SaaFPVk35o

#KasiBusinessWorkshop
#JoinUsForTEA

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

📢 Speaker Announcement

#JoinUsForTEA with Joshua Wolmarans, Director: Enterprise Development - @WesternCapeGov Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Bio:
Joshua Wolmarans is the Director: Enterprise Development in the Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism. He holds a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Stellenbosch and post graduate qualifications in Economics.

His experience is broad and varied and, inter alia, demonstrates a strong background in economic development and social dialogue practices. To this end, he worked for organisations such as National Treasury, National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac), and the Provincial Development Council (PDC). He occupied the position of Acting CEO at the PDC and other senior positions. He also managed his own consultancy business for a few years and was involved in other business ventures.

His key focus areas in the Department of Economic Development and Tourism are supporting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through creating market access (public and private sector), access to finance, business development support and entrepreneurship. Some of the key initiatives undertaken is the roll out of the SMME Booster Fund, partnership with the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, Supplier Development and the development of strategies focused on supporting and growing MSMEs in the Western Cape.

He believes in ploughing back his skills and experience and served on various NGO boards and is engaged in different social and cultural activities.

Join us at the upcoming TEA Kasi Business Workshop in Gugulethu, Western Cape, for insightful conversations, practical business knowledge, and opportunities to grow your entrepreneurial journey.

Watch Live: https://t.co/rqqt2wiCoS

#KasiBusinessWorkshop
#JoinUsForTEA

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

LIVE STREAM

We will be live streaming the workshop on our YouTube channel. You don't want to miss out. Join us LIVE at 09:30am!

Here are the 5 key things you can look out for:
1. Facilitated Masterclass
2. Kasi Pitching challenge
3. Insights on attracting customers, improving customer relationships, increasing conversions and using practical sales strategies to grow revenue with confidence.
4. Kasi Business Exhibitions
5. Networking & inspiration from our Mbawula Chat

Live Stream Link: https://t.co/TX8vmnDrWI

#JoinUsForTEA
#KasiBusinessWorkshop

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

Speaking Opportunity | Wits University Entrepreneurship Hub (EHub)

I had the privilege of addressing entrepreneurs and future business leaders at one of South Africa's leading institutions of higher learning during the TEA Growth Masterclass.

The experience reminded me just how far the journey has come. I started my entrepreneurial path at the age of 16 as an informal trader selling nomayini, with Grade 9 as my highest level of education. Like many entrepreneurs, I began with very little, but I was driven by a belief that hard work, determination and purpose could create opportunities beyond my circumstances.

Today, through the work of the TEA, we have supported and impacted more than 100,000 entrepreneurs across South Africa. Sharing our journey, the lessons we've learned, and our vision for building thriving, sustainable businesses was both a humbling and rewarding experience.

A sincere thank you to everyone who attended, engaged and contributed to the discussion. Together, we continue to champion entrepreneurship as a powerful vehicle for economic growth and community transformation.

God's Grace.

https://t.co/7blc2WTYQf
#GetThingsDone

[#GetThingsDone @BulelaniBala]

In this thought-provoking discussion, I explore the role of automation in economic development and highlights how government can play a more intentional role in helping consumers support locally developed brands and businesses. By creating demand for homegrown products and services, governments can help businesses scale, strengthen local industries and unlock broader economic participation.

As technology continues to reshape industries, the conversation is no longer about whether automation will happen, but how it can be leveraged to build stronger, more inclusive economies.

https://t.co/7blc2WTYQf
#GetThingsDone

[#JoinUsForTEA @JoinUsForTEA]

4 DAYS TO GO!

#JoinUsForTEA at the Kasi Business Workshop in Gugulethu, Cape Town. Our Masterclass theme is How to Increase Your Sales.

Watch Live: https://t.co/MdlzWdzQm5

#KasiBusinessWorkshop
#TownshipEconomy
#TownshipEntrepreneur