D'KOTA FOOD COURT
| Business Location: | Rural & Township |
| Province | Western Cape |
| Branch: | Cape Winelands |
| Business Start Date: | |
| Busniess Type: | Company |
Business Dynamics and Challenges
Business Activities:
Fast food (Kota,Chips and braai combos) and beverages.
Challenges/Needs:
Lack of branded signage and promotional materials.
Intervention Insights and Results
Intervention Details:
Dimpho Mapilo, owner of D’kota Food Court, was introduced to a SEDFA Business Advisor who facilitated the Small Business Assessment Tool (SBAT) to support the growth and sustainability of his kota and fast-food business. The SBAT provided valuable insights into the business’s strengths, including its strong customer appeal and unique value offering, as well as key areas requiring improvement such as branding, marketing visibility, and operational efficiency. This assessment has laid a solid foundation for informed decision-making, strategic planning, and targeted business development.
The following intervention was implemented:
• Design, development and printing of a signage, gazebo and banners (pull-up and shark fin).
The following intervention was implemented:
• Design, development and printing of a signage, gazebo and banners (pull-up and shark fin).
Outcome Details:
The following results were achieved:
• Turnover increased from R 243 000 to R 298 970, an increase of 23.03%;
• Net profit increased from R 81 720 to R 143 780, an increase of 75,94%, and
• Employment increased from 1 to 6, an increase of 5.
• Turnover increased from R 243 000 to R 298 970, an increase of 23.03%;
• Net profit increased from R 81 720 to R 143 780, an increase of 75,94%, and
• Employment increased from 1 to 6, an increase of 5.
Client Feedback
Client Comments:
“Thanks to the support of Bochelo Monyela and SEDFA, my business now has a stronger presence in the community. The improved marketing tools and guidance have helped me attract more customers and present D’kota Food Court in a more professional and appealing way. This support has not only enhanced how we promote our offerings but has also given me the confidence to grow the business with pride and a renewed sense of direction.”
