Pathfinders South Africa
Township businesses
belong on the main floor.
We train, formalise and place local entrepreneurs inside busy malls — so hard work meets real customers.
About us
Building a sustainable future, together.
Are you a young entrepreneur trying to navigate a fast-paced, competitive market? At Pathfinders South Africa we understand the challenges you face and we build the bridges that get you past them.
Learn more about usEmpowering local entrepreneurs
Mentorship, training and access to resources so founders can turn ideas into trading businesses.
Sustainability in business
Eco-conscious practices and ethical business models that leave communities better than we found them.
Community-driven innovation
Collaboration between malls, sponsors and founders to keep money circulating close to home.
Business development workshops
Practical training in business planning, marketing and financial management.
Formalisation support
Guidance through registration, compliance and the admin of formalising your business.
Entrepreneurial training
Skills and mindset coaching to price with confidence and act on growth opportunities.
Buy Local expos
Retail floor space inside busy malls, giving local brands foot traffic and real customers.
Our milestones
Founders we have walked with.
Every milestone is a real business that took the next step with Pathfinders behind it.
Beauty by Chanty
A local beauty brand supported from home production to selling at mall expos.
Digital X-ray Glasses
An innovation-led venture backed with guidance and market exposure.
Join Pathfinders
Ready to take your business further?
Send us a short message about your business and which expo or programme you are interested in.
Get in touch