Discover Local Businesses
Soweto’s commercial landscape is incredibly diverse, powered by both multi-million rand shopping giants and locally grown small-to-medium enterprises (SMMEs).
1. Corporate & Large-Scale Enterprises (Big Business)
These foundational entities anchor the township’s economy, providing formal employment and massive consumer infrastructure.
- Address: 1809 Chris Hani Road, Klipspruit, Soweto
- Contact: +27 (0)11 938 4448
- Significance: A flagship, R600-million lifestyle mall that anchors corporate retail, finance, and automotive business in Soweto.
- Address: Cnr. Koma & Bolani Road, Jabulani, Soweto
- Contact: +27 (0)11 930 3333
- Significance: A massive shopping footprint supporting over a hundred major retail stores, national banks, and commercial networks.
- Address: Cnr. Bolani Road & Bolani Link, Jabulani, Soweto
- Contact: +27 (0)11 930 7461
- Significance: A state-of-the-art corporate arts venue that generates vast tourism business, hosting high-profile national festivals and corporate functions.
2. Premium Hospitality & Entertainment (Medium Business)
These venues bridge the gap between large commercial operations and traditional township experiences, scaling up to handle international crowds.
- Address: 6980 Vilakazi Street, Orlando West, Soweto
- Contact: +27 (0)62 106 5118 (WhatsApp)
- Significance: One of South Africa’s most prominent township hospitality establishments, acting as a massive driver for corporate tourism on Vilakazi Street.
- Chaf Pozi
- Address: Cnr. Chris Hani Road & Nicholas Street, Orlando Towers, Soweto
- Contact: +27 (0)81 797 5756
- Significance: A premium Shisa Nyama eatery operating beneath the Orlando Towers, built to handle large corporate tour packages and massive sports crowds.
3.Boutique & Lifestyle Brands (Small & Micro Enterprises)
Soweto boasts a booming small business culture, with local fashion designers, boutique services, and digital startups gaining national acclaim.
- Location: 173 Machaba Drive, Mofolo Central, Soweto
- Significance: A highly successful homegrown streetwear, clothing, and culture brand that successfully captures youth identity in the township.
- Address: Cnr. Chris Hani Road & Chaka Street, Dlamini 2, Soweto
- Contact: +27 (0)11 527 1431
- Significance: A fast-growing artisanal small business cafe blending modern coffee shop experiences with township street food aesthetics.