A quick Google Search on ‘side hustle’ shows how the conventional 9 to 5 job solely won’t work to achieve your professional goals. One of the positives of South Africa’s current economy is the rise of a determined breed of Entrepreneurs who are extremely resourceful in chasing their dreams, with a sound business plan to back them up. One such entrepreneur is Aphiwe …
Best reading apps you should start using now
In an interview, acclaimed writer, feminist and genius Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie admitted that the one advice she gives aspiring writers in her workshops is “to read and read and read. I’m a believer in reading, to see the wide range of what’s been written. I’m also a believer in reading what you dislike at least once, just to know. I …
3 tips for starting your own business
Do you have a burning desire to run your own business, but don’t know where to start? Although managing your own business is often a “learn-as-you-go” process, the smarter your decisions are earlier on, the better chances your business has at success. Kareemah Abrahams, 2019 TSIBA Graduate & Owner of Kaaremah’s Delights, knew exactly she wanted to achieve when she started …
How to prepare leaders of tomorrow, today
“Our greatest challenge is to create jobs for the unemployed of today, while preparing workers for the jobs of tomorrow.” President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2019 SONA speech. It was reassuring to hear our President’s commitment to prioritising access to modern education for South African youth. While the statement has set high standards for the education system, it’s undoubtedly difficult to prepare the …
TSIBA Business School still accepting students for 2019
UCT, Wits, Stellenbosch and UWC are full and their doors are firmly closed. So what happens to the thousands of students with Bachelor Pass matrics whose dreams rely on a place at university for a sound future? TSIBA Business School, registered and accredited with the Department of Higher Education and Training, provides its students with a world-class business education. Not …
5 interesting things about Lizel van Biene
By Clotilde Angelucci TSiBA on 05 Sep 2018 TSIBA is thrilled to welcome the new Faculty Manager Lizel van Biene, who started her position at TSiBA on Monday, the 3rd September 2018. Although very busy at work, Lizel kindly managed to find some time to chat with us about herself and her passions. Can you tell us a bit about your background? …
TSIBA Grad Interns in Hamburg
I recently completed a four-month work internship at Vartan Aviation in Hamburg, Germany, after I finished my last year at TSiBA in 2017. The opportunity came about when TSiBA negotiated a work internship abroad for one student to work at Vartan Aviation. This had not been in my original career plan as I had no passport, nor funds for …
My Experience of TSIBA Rites of Passage
“I am a life-changer who adds value to the lives of everyone whose path I cross through means of inspiration” Ashura Arendse, BBA3 TSIBA Rites of Passage (ROP) wilderness leadership programme marks the biggest milestone in a student’s life which in essence is one of the last steps before graduation. It’s more than just a coming of age, consolidating …
60 seconds with Lundi Mkosi
60 seconds with… is the opportunity to discover the bright alumni who make #OurTSiBA valuable! Find out about Lundi Mkosi! When did you study at TSiBA? I started at TSIBA in 2013 with HCBA and started the degree the following year in 2014. What is your favourite TSiBA memory? Constantly going for Hero Speaker session where we would get motivation …
4 tips to start saving while in School
According to fin24, only 6% of South Africans retire comfortably. Will you be part of the 6% or the 94%? The truth is thatevery day that goes by is one day closer to your retirement. Your last couple of years on earth are depended on how well you prepared for them now, and your decisions today will impact your life and your …
Seen at TSIBA, where Business meets Fashion
By Clotilde Angelucci TSiBA on 08 May 2018 Nomandla Magube is the Assistant Librarian at TSiBA and all round fashionista. In her new monthly column, Seen at TSIBA, she shares her tips on how young entrepreneurs can turn their fashion styles and items into a business statement. In Chapter I, Nomandla recommends to focus on the role a blazer can play into your Dress to success! …
Dear Future Entrepreneurs…
On Adding value. It takes a village to raise a child. While this proverb’s origin is not very clear, its relevance shines not only through constant retweets and its appearance of a wide range of Inspiration collateral. TSiBA’s commitment to change lives through access to education and leadership is possible through a multi-disciplinary approach; this is amplified by holistic relationships …












