Startup School

In this episode we chat with Anya Kovacs and Meg Ringdal, the founders of Hubba Hubba, a Cape Town-based brand on a mission to create inclusive, comfortable, and fun knickers for everyone. Frustrated by the lack of options for all body shapes and sizes, Anya and Meg launched Hubba Hubba to offer panties made from soft, breathable fabric in playful designs for everyday wear.

Hubba Hubba isn’t just about comfort and style; it’s also about making a positive impact. Each pair of panties is handmade locally in South Africa, with a focus on high quality, minimal single-use plastic, and fair labor practices. Anya and Meg are dedicated to making their brand socially and environmentally conscious, prioritizing the environment in every decision. Have a listen.

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In this episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Thabiso Magodi, a recipient of one of our prestigious grant funds and the cofounder of Vachellia Beverage. Thabiso, along with his friend and business partner Siyabonga Sangquthu, launched Vachellia Beverage in 2017 with the vision of creating Africa’s leading luxury vodka brand. Their journey from idea to reality has been remarkable, with Vachellia Beverage now selling hundreds of bottles at a time.

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Zanele Mangena is an entrepreneur who is stepping in and effecting change with her company, Intokozo Yemfundo Project. An exciting startup that is on a mission to assist and bridge the education gap by providing high quality tutoring in the primary school space. 

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In this episode we talk with Stephen Burrow, co-founder of Softer and Alum of the Startup School. Stephen talks to us about the journey of his startup; the growth from launch to date; as well as what it has been like to become a supplier to a big retail firm. 

For ease of reference, here are his companies various social handles and contact details: 

Website: www.softer.co.za
Facebook: @softershoesSA 
Instagram: softer_sa
LinkedIn: Softer-Comfort for your soul 
Email: [email protected]

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