7. Nondumiso Pikashe - Trumpeting African renaissance through the vines

"I realised wine wasn't just a drink — it represented heritage, culture, and business. And it was time we claimed our place at the table." Nondumiso Pikashe, 57, is the founder and CEO of Ses’fikile Wines, a Black woman-owned wine brand based in Cape Town, South Africa. At the dawn of democracy in South Africa she was exposed to the wine industry through a government-supported initiative. She quickly became passionate about wine as both a cultural heritage and an economic opportunity. In 2005, she founded Ses’fikile Wines, meaning “We Have Arrived,” a name symbolising the rightful claim of Black women in the industry. Despite barriers like limited access to markets and capital, she has remained committed to creating a successful brand, educating young people about responsible alcohol consumption and the many career opportunities within the wine sector.  Website: https://sesfikilewines.com/ https://gracamacheltrust.org