Out and About in Midrand

The Midrand Reporter is 41 years old this year! And what better way to celebrate than to highlight some of the businesses in the community flying the Midrand flag high. Let’s celebrate them and a few extra reasons showcasing why Midrand rocks!


Looking for construction experts? Then look no further. Based in Midrand, family-run Manhattan Building Projects is a second-generation business, building quality homes, cottages and commercial developments since 1978. They will help home and business owners design, draw up plans and obtain council approval anywhere within the Greater Joburg area. All work is supervised and workmanship is fully guaranteed. Their 4 500 successfully completed projects over 40 years ensure peace of mind.


Kiddiez Hair Zone is a full-service hair salon specialising in haircuts for little boys and girls. They are passionate about the work they do and believe that everyone is beautiful. One of their aims is to ensure that their craft enhances one’s natural beauty. A few of the services they offer are yarn braids or block braids, thick braids, straight up, cornrows, bob braids and needle cornrows.


It’s pamper time and Midrand residents are in for a treat. Candi & Co, situated at Blue Hills Shopping Centre, is Sorbet’s franchised all-in-one salon that de-racialises hair and beauty. Candi & Co delivers world-class hair, nails and beauty services all under one roof plus products that are accessible, affordable and authentically beautiful. So what are you waiting for? Book your appointment today!

Stokvels are an important part of Mzansi life. They bring friends, families and people with the same financial goals together. Inspired by this proudly South African savings culture, StokFella was born. They are an online stokvel platform that not only makes it easier for stokvel clubs to manage their monthly payments and claims online but grows their savings through sound investment channels. Get the clan together and start saving for the future!


Elite Staff Storage offers modern facilities and competitive prices, that’s key to their customer satisfaction. They ensure their customers that they’ll beat any written quote with no deposit required. Situated in Midrand, near VodaworldElite, they provide household and commercial storage units, vacant land and parking space. Being centrally located to Johannesburg and Pretoria, they have superb security features and offer packaging supplies on site too.



San Ridge has just stepped up its glamour game with the opening of the latest Tammy Taylor Nails Boutique salon at San Ridge Square. Tammy Taylor has been a high-end specialist int the nail and beauty field since 1983 when it was founded in the USA. Now servicing more than 100 000 salons around the globe, Tammy Taylor Nails has garnered a cult following amongst fashionistas and lovers of all things beautiful in South Africa. The Tammy Taylor products are developed by a team of specialists and the 12-step program followed building their world-renowned nails comes with a non-lift guarantee. Popular with international celebrities such as Khloé Kardashian and Mary J Blige, Tammy Taylor Nails San Ridge Square should be your one and only consideration for your next nail and beauty appointment. Experience the world of ultimate luxury by downloading the Tammy Taylor SA app to book your appointment now.

Kyalami Ridge Creche and Preschool strives to bring excellence to your child in his/her formative years. Children can enjoy quality educational practices within a clean and fun environment. They create the atmosphere of a loving home away from home making sure that your child is safe and happy. The school specialises in early childhood development and teaches children from six months old to Grade R.


Aandal Foods is an authentic Indian grocer known for serving the community nutritional food with love! This one-stop store has the widest range of fresh vegetables perfect for Indian dishes and stock the best food brands from India ensuring shoppers have access to their favourite spices and other grocery items. Their butchery and fishery stocks the freshest fish, lamb, mutton, chicken and goat meat (100 per cent halal). So whatever you plan on whipping up this weekend, make sure you pop around to Aandal Foods to stock up!