Bulelani Balabala

Bulelani Balabala is an award-winning entrepreneur and business speaker based in South Africa. He is passionate about developing entrepreneurs and driving their participation in the economy. He is CEO of IAF Brands, which offers integrated solutions for corporate South Africa and the township economy, and founder of the Township Entrepreneurs Alliance, aimed at empowering small businesses in township and rural areas. It has directly impacted more than 80,000 small businesses in the formal and informal sectors, creating opportunities for growth and prosperity. His advocacy has led to the facilitation of funding opportunities for more than 430 small enterprises, catalysing their entrepreneurial journey and fostering economic resilience.