Seasons

Jay Gajathar – from the Vegan Chef

The Vegan Chef is a popular South African plant-based gourmet comfort food brand founded by Chef Sue Gajathar. It started as a small food cart in Sandton, Johannesburg, and has grown into an award-winning chain with locations in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Nata

Zoleka Wines – Exhibitor at the Proudly South African Local Wine Expo. Founded by entrepreneur Zoleka Tengimfene, Zoleka Wines celebrates South African terroir while embracing African cultural expression. The brand offers a unique journey through South Africa's landscapes, traditions and wine culture, with influences that blend both South African and West African heritage.

Sonwaro Coffee is a premium South African coffee brand inspired by Africa's rich coffee heritage. The company celebrates the continent's deep-rooted coffee culture by sourcing high-quality Arabica beans grown in renowned African coffee-producing regions, including Ethiopia and Kenya. Through carefully crafted blends, professional barista training and a commitment to quality, Sonwaro Coffee aims to create memorable coffee experiences while honouring African excellence.

Kwanele Nyawo – Founder and CEO of Khulu Fine Wines

Khulu Fine Wine – Exhibitor at the Proudly South African Local Wine Expo. Mzansi Craft Wine, trading as Khulu Fine Wine, is a boutique wine brand co-founded in 2021 by Kwanele Nyawo and her business partner Niël van Staden. Originally from Ladysmith in KwaZulu-Natal, Nyawo built the brand to spotlight South Africa’s diverse wine regions through ultra-premium bottlings. Khulu means “great” in isiZulu, reflecting the brand’s luxury positioning, and it is a committed advocate for the inclusion of women across the wine value chain.

Jeannine van Straaten

The 2026 Proudly South African Local Wine Expo is wrapping up after three days of celebrating local wine, homegrown businesses and the stories behind South Africa’s thriving wine industry. As the expo comes to an end, we reflect on its success, its impact on local producers and businesses.

Thato Magasa - CEO of Tata Motors Passengers Vehicles: South Africa

Desiree Pooe - Head of sponsorship Standard Bank

Vuyo Viwe Born Vuyo Tshwele is a 25-year-old South African flautist, composer, and vocalist based in Johannesburg. Known for blending classical training with traditional African sounds, her work spans spiritual jazz, orchestral folk, and electronic elements

Today’s programme is curated by acclaimed musician and composer Msaki, bringing together emerging talent from schools, academies, colleges and universities for a family-friendly fundraising event that is as much about nurturing young artists as it is about enjoying great music. She joins me now…

Spartan High School Band at the Standard Bank Jazz For Young People

RIFUWO MAKONDO (PIANO)

TUMISHO LEPHALALA (DRUMS)