Tag: potential
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Repurposed Couture
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 scrap paper and other leftover materials. Read the article here Lethabo Mntambo wearing her creation
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The Hustle Tribe: Unlocking Collective Potential in the Fight Against GBV
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 engine of Culture Rich, embodying the spirit of ubuntu—”I am because we are.” It is a…
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The Green Hustle: How Upcycling Sparks Empowerment and Sustainability
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 practices is the secret ingredient in our empowerment model. The foundation of every Culture Rich…
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My ‘Why?’
If you’ve followed me before, you remember a quieter time. Life shifted, challenges piled up, and I stepped back to find my path. But I’m back—stronger, clearer, and with a purpose that burns brighter than ever. What Sparked This Journey Over recent months, I’ve listened to the heartbeat of our communities. I’ve seen single mothers…