About Us

Growpreneur story, impact, team and mission.

Our Vision

To create a world where every entrepreneur has the resources and support needed to achieve their full potential.

Our Mission

Growpreneur is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs by providing essential tools, resources, and mentorship to build thriving businesses. We foster a supportive community where entrepreneurs can learn, grow, and connect with like-minded individuals.

Our Story

Growpreneur was founded in 2024 by Chris Mabhele, a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for helping others succeed. Recognizing the challenges faced by aspiring entrepreneurs, Chris established Growpreneur to provide a platform for mentorship, networking, and business development.

Our Three Pillars

Encouraging Innovation

Growpreneur is committed to fostering a more innovative South African business environment. By empowering ambitious individuals with a growth mindset, we contribute to the development of new ideas, products, and services. Our programs and resources support entrepreneurs in taking calculated risks, embracing change, and driving innovation.

Access to Investors and Lenders

Through our extensive network, Growpreneur can connect entrepreneurs with potential investors and lenders. This provides valuable opportunities for funding and capital injection, enabling businesses to grow and scale.

Building a Network

One of the most valuable aspects of Growpreneur is the opportunity to connect with a vibrant community of like-minded entrepreneurs. Our platform fosters networking, collaboration, and peer-to-peer support. By building strong relationships, entrepreneurs can learn from each other's experiences, share best practices, and create mutually beneficial partnerships.

Meet Our Team

Mihlali Nguta

Mihlali Nguta

Mihlali serves as the Chairperson of Growpreneur, committed to supporting aspiring entrepreneurs on their journey. With her marketing expertise, she empowers entrepreneurs to develop their ideas, reach their target audience, and build strong, impactful brands. Mihlali firmly believes in the potential of every entrepreneur to create something remarkable.
Chris Mabhele

Chris Mabhele

Chris serves as a Secretary for Growpreneur. A passionate tech entrepreneur, he is involved in various businesses and social impact startups. As a co-founder of Growpreneur, he brings a wealth of practical entrepreneurial experience and networks to help upcoming entrepreneurs grow and scale. He believes that new entrepreneurs will assist in curbing social challenges such as unemployment.
Sibongokuhle Nguta

Sibongokuhle Nguta

Sibongokuhle serves as a Treasurer for Growpreneur. With experience auditing overall business operations and reviewing financial statements of multiple types of organisations from financial services to public benefit organisations such as universities, he brings a wider perspective on how different businesses operate. This can serve to inform entrepreneurs well in achieving healthy financial well-being, including effective and efficient business processes.
Mbali Mabele

Mbali Mabele

Mbali is the Vice Chairperson of Growpreneur. With experience in public relations, Mbali brings a valuable blend of leadership and communication skills, helping Growpreneur to expand its reach and impact within the entrepreneurial community.
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