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I write about women empowerment, job creation and sustainable lifestyles. When one writes about women, you are bound to get to the issue of gender based violence…I go there too!

  • Analogy for clarity: Think of a bystander like a circuit breaker in a home. When there is a surge of dangerous electricity (harassment), the circuit breaker’s job is to trip and stop the flow before it causes a fire. You…

  • Why “Not All Men” Misses the Mark. If you’ve been on social media lately, you might have seen a TikTok video that is currently sparking a massive conversation about sexual harassment and the common “Not All Men” defense. It’s one…

  • Frogging Sweaters: A Clever Way to Hustle Green and Cut Waste Hey Hustle Tribe, ever looked at an old sweater and thought, “There’s money in that mess”? I’ve seen how small, smart moves can turn everyday scraps into income—especially for…

  • At Culture Rich, South African women turn daily hustle into power—building no-capital businesses, healing from GBV, and living green. From Soweto kitchens to Joburg rooftops, we’re rewriting survival into thriving. Ready to join?

  • Imagine Naledi, a sharp-witted seamstress from Soweto, who didn’t let dusty heirlooms gather moths. She raided her late mom’s wardrobe of faded floral dresses, transforming them into vibrant headwraps that scream African pride with a modern twist—bold Ankara prints fused…

  • Thirteen-year-old Lethabo Mntambo, a Grade 7 learner from Waverley, Johannesburg, has a natural eye for fashion and a talent for turning everyday waste into creative designs. In her spare time, she knits, sews clothes for dolls, and makes handbags using…

  • We’ve talked about the therapeutic power of the Trauma Teddy. We also discussed the genius of the Green Hustle. However, there is one element that holds everything together and multiplies the impact: The Hustle Tribe. The Hustle Tribe is the operational…

  • At Culture Rich, our mission is built on three inseparable pillars: People, Planet, and Profit. Our last piece focused on the immediate healing and economic autonomy offered by the Trauma Teddy. This week we dive into the Planet. Our commitment to green…

  • If you are an organization, NGO, or corporate partner, look no further. You are seeking a proven and measurable way to invest in the fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The Culture Rich Trauma Teddy is not just a soft companion.…

  • Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is a profound crisis. It tears at the fabric of our communities. It leaves survivors grappling with trauma, emotional wounds, and often, devastating economic insecurity. The impact of GBV doesn’t end when a survivor leaves a dangerous…