Nkowankowa poultry farmer reveals key business advice
Young farmer Camilla Ndlhovu reveals five things she wishes she knew before starting her poultry business, from delegation to rest as strategy.
LIMPOPO – Young poultry farmer, Camilla Ndlhovu from Nkowankowa, shares five things she wishes she knew before starting a business.
- Growth exposes every weak system
Expansion does not hide problems; it magnifies them. If your systems, finances, or communication are not solid, growth will force you to face them fast.
- Cash flow matters more than excitement
You can be “winning” on paper and still be financially stressed daily. Expansion eats cash quietly; planning for that is non-negotiable.
- You cannot do everything, even if you are capable
Being hands-on built the business, but letting go is what allows it to grow. Delegation is not a loss of control; it is leadership.
- Your mindset will be tested before your strategy works
There are days when nothing goes according to plan.
Expansion requires emotional resilience, not just a good business model.
- Rest is a strategy, not a reward
Burnout does not make you brave. Sustainable growth needs clarity, rest, and space to think.
Bonus lesson: Growth doesn’t mean rushing; it means aligning.
“I’m grateful for the lessons, the people, the resilience, and the clarity that comes after chaos. The journey is doing the work.
“If you’re building and expanding at the same time, you’re not behind, you’re brave,” she said.
