From skills centre to industrial reality
…as govt celebrates industrialisation of Johane Garments Seithati Motšoeneng TEXTILE factory, Johane Garments, has transitioned from a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) into a fully-fledged industrial operation, now known as Johane Industrials. Owned by Mosotho entrepreneur Tšepo Johane, the factory is moving into full-scale industrial production after years of battling debt, compliance hurdles and other challenges. Johane’s journey, which began at a skills development centre, was celebrated yesterday at an event held in Ha Thetsane. Speaking at the launch, Trade, Industry and Business Development Minister, Motlatsi Maqelepo, said the milestone represented more than the growth of a single factory. It was a testament to what could be achieved when a Mosotho entrepreneur remained dete…
