In a significant move to empower local entrepreneurs, Ikhokha Daveyton hosted a dynamic and insightful Coffee Connect event on August 22nd. The two-hour session, described by attendees as “amazing” and “invaluable,” served as a crucial touchpoint for small business owners, focusing on the essential pillars of sustainable growth: mastering cash flow and embracing digital commerce.
The event provided a relaxed yet productive environment for local vendors, spaza shop owners, and aspiring entrepreneurs to network and engage with Ikhokha’s business experts. The core of the discussion centred on two of the most critical challenges facing small businesses today: financial management and digital adaptation.
A key highlight and major announcement from the session was the official introduction and demonstration of Ikhokha’s new Web Stores feature. This innovative solution is designed to provide their customers with a powerful and accessible tool to expand their businesses online.
“The world is moving digital, and our community businesses cannot be left behind,” said an Ikhokha representative at the event. “With our new Web Stores, any vendor—from a kota shop to a local clothing designer can easily create their own professional online storefront. This allows them to reach customers beyond their immediate neighbourhood, operate 24/7, and open up a vital new revenue stream.”
The second major focus was on the lifeblood of any enterprise: cash flow. The Ikhokha team delved into practical strategies for local business owners to better manage their finances, track expenses, and ensure a healthy cash flow to sustain and grow their operations. The integration of Ikhokha’s payment solutions with the new Web Stores was emphasised as a seamless way to consolidate sales and simplify financial tracking.
Attendees left the Coffee Connect not only with a renewed understanding of business fundamentals but also with a tangible tool to propel their ventures into the future. The introduction of Web Stores marks a pivotal step in Ikhokha’s mission to provide more than just payment hardware, but a full ecosystem of tools to foster entrepreneurship and economic growth in the communities they serve.
The event underscored Ikhokha’s commitment to being a true business partner to its clients, proving that sometimes, the most powerful ideas are brewed over a cup of coffee.
