Township Coffee
Supporting and establishing local coffee shops in townships, creating hubs of community connection and economic activity.
What We Do:
- Establish fully equipped coffee shops in township areas
- Provide business setup support and equipment
- Connect entrepreneurs with suppliers and resources
- Offer ongoing mentorship and business guidance
- Support with location selection and lease negotiations
- Provide initial inventory and supply chain setup
Who We Help:
Aspiring entrepreneurs who want to establish permanent coffee shop locations in their communities. Ideal for individuals with business ambition and a passion for creating community gathering spaces.
Community Impact:
Creates gathering spaces, generates employment, and stimulates local economic activity while providing quality coffee to underserved areas. Each coffee shop becomes a hub for community connection and economic opportunity.
Ekasi Barista
Training individuals to run mobile coffee carts, bringing quality coffee and entrepreneurship to every corner of the community.
What We Do:
- Provide mobile coffee cart equipment and setup
- Train baristas in coffee preparation and customer service
- Teach business management and financial planning
- Support location scouting and route planning
- Offer marketing materials and branding support
- Provide ongoing mentorship and troubleshooting
Who We Help:
Individuals seeking flexible, mobile entrepreneurship opportunities with lower startup costs. Perfect for those who want to start small and grow their business over time.
Community Impact:
Brings quality coffee to high-traffic areas, creates flexible employment, and demonstrates that entrepreneurship is accessible to everyone. Mobile carts serve as visible symbols of community empowerment.
Spaza Shop Coffee
Adding professional coffee setups to existing spaza shops, diversifying income streams for local business owners.
What We Do:
- Install coffee equipment in existing spaza shops
- Train shop owners and staff in coffee preparation
- Provide ongoing supply chain support
- Help integrate coffee sales into existing operations
- Offer menu development and pricing strategies
- Support with marketing and customer acquisition
Who We Help:
Existing spaza shop owners looking to expand their product offerings and increase revenue. Ideal for established businesses wanting to add a premium product line.
Community Impact:
Strengthens existing businesses, adds convenience for community members, and creates additional income without requiring new infrastructure. Transforms spaza shops into multi-service community hubs.
Training Program
Accredited barista and business training that equips entrepreneurs with skills for sustainable success.
What We Do:
- Provide comprehensive barista certification courses
- Teach business management and financial literacy
- Offer specialized workshops in coffee roasting and brewing
- Deliver customer service and marketing training
- Provide hands-on practice with professional equipment
- Issue recognized certifications upon completion
Who We Help:
Anyone interested in starting a coffee business or improving their barista skills, from beginners to experienced entrepreneurs. Our programs cater to all skill levels and business goals.
Community Impact:
Builds a skilled workforce, raises industry standards, and creates pathways to employment and entrepreneurship for community members. Graduates become ambassadors for quality coffee culture.