Blanket business makes a cosy living

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A contemporary handwoven blanket business is keeping struggling Pretoria West residents warm and teaching unemployed youth skills to earn a living and stay away from crime.

Oarabile Mashigo, 22, planned to continue his studies after obtaining his BA law degree, but couldn't do so because of lack of funds.

Wanting to raise money to hopefully be able to fund his own studies next year, Mashigo decided to hone his new craft. Needing capital to start his business, Mashigo began doing bicycle grocery deliveries in his neighbourhood. “I charged R10 per trip to go to the mall and get groceries. With the money I made and donations from David and friends, I was able to start my business.”

While building his business, Mashigo realised there are many economic and social issues affecting his community, specifically with regard to unemployment and drug abuse.

 

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