Governance

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Makoya combines secure off-grid retail with hands-on entrepreneurship training to empower communities in Mthatha and beyond.
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A structure made from shipping containers is set up outdoors. The lower container is dark gray and functions as the main space, featuring a door and large windows. On top sits a yellow container with large, clear windows, likely serving as an additional room or office space. A picnic table and a bicycle are located in front of the structure. Tall trees and a brick building are visible in the background under a clear sky.
A room with several people seated in folding chairs, attentively facing a presentation area. The environment is professional, likely a seminar or workshop, with 'Product School' illuminated on a wall. Some attendees are taking notes, and a few people are standing, possibly facilitating the event.

Our Services

An outdoor setting with string lights creating a warm and cozy atmosphere. A portable power station with a digital display showing charge details sits prominently in the foreground on a larger device. In the background, a guitar is leaning against a chair near a tent.
Secure, off-grid retail outlets providing essentials like gas and water.
A group of people are seated indoors, focused intently on working with laptops. The environment is informal and relaxed, with individuals sitting on beanbags and surrounded by dim lighting. Most people appear absorbed in their screens, suggesting a collaborative or hackathon-style event.
Entrepreneurship training and mentorship supporting local business growth.
A dimly lit, narrow shopping aisle with stores on either side. Most of the store entrances are covered with metal shutters, suggesting the shops are closed. There are various signs hanging from the ceiling advertising different shops and promotions, including a prominent red sign for Premium Outlet displaying discounted prices for various days of the week.
Entrepreneurship training and mentorship supporting local business growth.

Pilot Launch

Our first secure off-grid container store opens in Mthatha, combining essentials retail with entrepreneurship training and mentorship.
A row of metal shipping containers is converted into storage units with closed roll-up doors. The containers are placed on a gravel path with a small strip of pavement. In the background, there are trees and a partially visible car.

Proof Phase

Tracking key metrics over 60 days to demonstrate impact, economic viability, and operational transparency for funders.
A small, isolated shop illuminated at night against a dark, expansive sky. The shop has a minimalistic design with two large windows displaying designer handbags and shoes. Above the windows, an awning features a brand's name.

Scale Plan

Using pilot insights to secure government funding and expand the store-and-hub model across Eastern Cape communities.
A modern retail display area in a shopping mall features a large wall filled with an intricate pattern of pink roses. Adjacent to the floral display is a beige booth with minimalist design, showcasing a range of products. The interior of the booth has shelves with various items and a lighted background with the image of a person in a blue shirt.

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Gallery

Snapshots from our Mthatha pilot and governance meetings.

A stacked arrangement of colorful shipping containers with visible text on some of them. The containers are organized in a grid pattern, showcasing various colors including green, blue, red, and orange.
A modern retail store with a sleek glass facade located inside a shopping mall. The store features a vibrant interior with prominent red and pink lighting, creating a contemporary and dynamic appeal. The entrance is spacious and welcoming, with clear visibility of products displayed inside.
A server room or data center featuring several racks of network servers with blue indicator lights. The setup is organized and enclosed within a glass cabinet.
A small, brightly lit kiosk with a striped awning is situated on a quiet street corner. The storefront is painted red with artistic graffiti on the wall. Shelves inside are filled with various snacks and products. A large sign reading 'KIOSK' is displayed above the entrance.