Chosen from a competitive pool of 15 finalists in each region, the overall winners were selected by esteemed business mentor Thuli Magubane. The distinguished winners of the 2024 Business Ignite competition are:
702 Winner: Maduwa Paint World (Pty) Ltd
Founded by Rodney Maduwa, Maduwa Paint World is a pioneering paint and chemical manufacturing company headquartered in Rosslyn, Pretoria. Rodney, with a background in chemistry, biochemistry, and polymer chemistry, has an impressive career spanning roles at Nissan SA and BMW as a paint engineer. Maduwa Paint World started with a humble R30,000 loan and has grown into a large-scale manufacturer with retail stores across Gauteng, Limpopo, and Mpumalanga. The company prides itself on its team of in-house trained paint applicators and its dedication to quality and innovation.
CapeTalk Winner: askOsca
Founded by Clint Crowster, askOsca is a visionary call centre business based in Grassy Park. Established in 2013, askOsca has transformed from a coaching platform into a thriving BPO, specialising in international B2B marketing. The company aims to provide local employment opportunities, reducing transport costs for its employees and enhancing their quality of life. askOsca has expanded to include askOscaTalent, askOscaAcademy, and askOscaSocialMediaMarketing, training and employing numerous individuals from the community.
Mzo Jojwana, Primedia Broadcasting’s chief content officer, shared his enthusiasm: "Nedbank Business Ignite is a testament to the resilience and innovation of our business community. We are thrilled to spotlight businesses like Maduwa Paint World and askOsca, who have successfully scaled their operations and continue to inspire others to follow suit."
