Zola1 Chillas Car Wash
| Business Location: | Rural |
| Province | Free State |
| Branch: | Lejweleputswa |
| Business Start Date: | |
| Busniess Type: | Company |
Business Dynamics and Challenges
Business Activities:
It offers car cleaning services, including engine cleaning and deep interior vehicle cleaning.
Challenges/Needs:
When the owner first approached SEDFA, the business faced several challenges:
• Inadequate knowledge of procurement and tender procedures.
• Limited clientele, leading to low sales and unsustainable profits.
• Poor marketing and visibility.
• Limited access to funding for equipment and operations.
• Insufficient operational equipment.
Intervention Insights and Results
Intervention Details:
Upon meeting Mr Maruping, the SEDFA Business Advisor conducted a comprehensive business diagnosis to identify key needs. Support included:
• Assisting with the Asset Assist Programme application, resulting in approved funding of R175,000.
• Providing ongoing business advisory and coaching, including guidance on marketing, client acquisition, and operational efficiency.
• Supporting the development and installation of signage boards for increased visibility.
• Referral to DESTEA for additional funding to expand into a Spaza Shop and Fast-Food business, with application assistance and pending approval.
• Assisting with the Asset Assist Programme application, resulting in approved funding of R175,000.
• Providing ongoing business advisory and coaching, including guidance on marketing, client acquisition, and operational efficiency.
• Supporting the development and installation of signage boards for increased visibility.
• Referral to DESTEA for additional funding to expand into a Spaza Shop and Fast-Food business, with application assistance and pending approval.
Outcome Details:
SEDFA’s interventions led to measurable growth and improved sustainability:
• Revenue grew from zero to R10,080 in the first month with a profit of R841.
• Employed 2 new people and retaining the owner.
• Business visibility improved through signage and social media promotion.
• More clients attracted, with new market opportunities opened.
• Service quality enhanced due to upgraded high-capacity machinery.
• Revenue grew from zero to R10,080 in the first month with a profit of R841.
• Employed 2 new people and retaining the owner.
• Business visibility improved through signage and social media promotion.
• More clients attracted, with new market opportunities opened.
• Service quality enhanced due to upgraded high-capacity machinery.
Client Feedback
Client Comments:
"I am very satisfied with SEDFA’s support. Their guidance helped me grow my business, attract more clients, and create jobs. The funding and coaching have made a real difference."
