MAFETENG, Oct. 27 -- The Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) are said to play a crucial role in the economic growth of a country. Our reporter, Thoboloko Nts'onyane spoke to one of the players in this sector. Based in Mafeteng, Tlhokomelo Mapuru takes us into his entrepreneurial journey from 'humble beginnings', he shares his challenges and highlights as well as how his resilient attitude has helped him weather the storms.

Mapuru now boasts three businesses under his belt. He has recently established an Ice Cream Parlour which is the 'talk of town' in Mafeteng and its surroundings. Below is an excerpt of the interview.

What kind of businesses are you into, their names and which services do you render?

I am involved in three dif...