Meet the founder of the largest black-owned retail operation in SA

Warona opened up about entrepreneur Tommy Makgatho, who founded a multi-million-rand company over three decades ago.

He got his first break when a customer, who wore a cowboy hat, saw potential in him.

Makgatho started working as a part-time trainee shampooist at the man’s salon before qualifying as professional hairdresser.

Briefly.co.zalearned Makgatho ventured into the supermarket sector in 1998.

He opened the first BiBi Cash & Carry Family Supermarket in QwaQwa.

Social media users were inspired by his success story and they applauded Makgatho online.

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