Entrepreneurs take part in market to boost local economy

Norkem Park’s Ward 91 Golden Classics held a community market on July 6 aimed at helping small community businesses showcase their talents.

The Golden Classics worked with entrepreneurs and senior citizens to bring the event to life.

Golden Classics co-ordinator Sibolelo Tlhako said that although it was cold, the Kempton Park community came out in large numbers to showcase their businesses and support small businesses.

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“Irrespective of the cold weather on Saturday, we saw a great response regarding the support. Some food stalls sold out.

“Community members asked for the event to be a regular feature so they could budget accordingly. The market day brought the community together,” said Tlhako.

Various businesses were at the market, and visitors could enjoy a range of stalls, including clothes, sweet treats and homemade goods.

Ward 91 Clr Desmond McKenzie officially opened the market and welcomed the residents and business owners.

He said having markets is a good initiative because they allow people to showcase their businesses.

“I think having the market was impressive. It brought the community together, and businesses in the area could showcase their goods. This market will be beneficial to the community,” McKenzie said.

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The Elento Café owner, Helen Tsotetsi, said she always participates in the markets around her because it helps her business. The community’s response when they interacted with her business impressed her.

“I even go as far as Randburg to market my product. The community response at this market was overwhelming. Everyone was impressed with the taste of my chilli sauce.

“Local markets are an effective way to get our product known to those in your immediate surrounding area,” said Tsotetsi.