Retang Phaahla is the CEO and co-founder of Setšong Tea Crafters, a South African social enterprise that produces indigenous herbal teas rooted in Bapedi cultural traditions. With a background in Quantity Surveying from the University of Pretoria, she transitioned from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, driven by a mission to preserve ancestral knowledge and empower rural communities. Founded in 2017 with her mother, the company works with women-led cooperatives in Limpopo to sustainably harvest and produce teas from indigenous plants. Under her leadership, Setšong has gained national recognition, winning awards like the 2025 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award and securing partnerships with major retailers. Through her work, Phaahla champions heritage, wellness, and economic empowerment, blending tradition with innovation.