By Staff Reporter
news@alexreporter.co.za
South Africa has a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, with individuals from various industries making significant contributions to the country’s economic growth.
In this article, we’ll highlight the top 7 most influential South African entrepreneurs of 2021.
Elon Musk is undoubtedly one of the most well-known and influential entrepreneurs globally, and he hails from South Africa. He founded Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink and The Boring Company, and his innovative ideas have disrupted various industries, from electric vehicles to space exploration.
Patrice Motsepe is a mining magnate and philanthropist who has made significant contributions to the South African economy. He is the founder of African Rainbow Minerals and has a net worth of over $3 billion, making him one of the wealthiest individuals in the country.
Sashin Govender is a global speaker and well established businessman. He was introduced to personal development at a tender age of 8 years old.
He became a 7 Figure Earner at 21-years-old and an 8 Figure Earner at 24-years-old. In 2013, at 19-years-old, Sashin was chosen for Business For Home Entrepreneur of the year Under 30 Years Old.
Today Sashin has multiple streams of income. He is also an International Motivational Speaker, Sales Coach and Life Coach who has crowds of tens of thousands sitting at the edge of their seat.
Recently he spoke to a Sold Out crowd of 25 000+ at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington Texas, the home of the Dallas Cowboys in USA.
Vusi Thembekwayo is an entrepreneur, author, and public speaker who has inspired countless individuals to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
He is the founder of MyGrowthFund, an investment fund that supports small and medium-sized enterprises in South Africa.
Lebo Gunguluza is a serial entrepreneur who has founded various businesses, including GEM Group, a holding company with interests in hospitality, media, and technology. He is also a speaker, author, and mentor to many aspiring entrepreneurs.
Gil Oved is the co-founder of The Creative Counsel, a marketing and advertising agency that has won numerous awards for its innovative campaigns.
He is also a speaker, author, and television personality who has inspired many South Africans to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
Herman Mashaba is a politician and businessman who has made significant contributions to the South African economy.
He is the founder of Black Like Me, a haircare company that has grown into a multi-million-dollar business. He has also served as the Mayor of Johannesburg, where he implemented various initiatives to create jobs and stimulate economic growth.
In conclusion, these entrepreneurs have made significant contributions to the South African economy and have inspired many individuals to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
Their innovative ideas and commitment to excellence have made them influential figures in their respective industries and have earned them respect and admiration from people around the world.