Silence keeps motorists safe and happy
Silence Khosa started his tyre fixing business SK Tyre Repairs Mobile Unit specialising in tyre repairs and brake pads in Seshego Zone 1 in 2009.
POLOKWANE – Khosa is a shining example of what self empowerment is all about.
Because of the service he provides, motorists in and around Seshego need not stress when they get a puncture as they know SK Tyre Repairs Mobile Unit will be there to fix it.
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Just like many South Africans, he too was faced with many challenges including poverty, and decided to use his knowledge to make a living for himself and to provide for his family.
“I am very happy about the support I get from the people in Seshego. I always get excited when I see a customer coming. It is more than just fixing punctures, I am able to fix any kind of punctures in a short amount of time. I know all my customers will be waiting for me at my business. I also do house calls and I have my regular customers. With the little money I make here I make sure that I put food on the table and assist my younger brother with his tuition fees,” he explained.
Khosa, a happily married man and father of one holds a certificate in mechanical engineering obtained from the Seshego Fet College.
Although he has made quite a success of his business, he still aspires to own a big tyre franchise in the province. “It has become a lifestyle and that is why I would like to do this for the rest of my life. I would like to see my business growing and I want to own a big tyre franchise one day. My mission is to create a Auto Mobile company that will cater to every individual,” he added.
He would like to encourage and advise the unemployed youth to rise up and to do something for themselves. “The only way to improve our lives is to work hard. I am proud to have created work for four people whom I am currently working with. I am never faced with any challenges because when I work, I work with pride and my customers do not give me any difficulties. I wish to see more people using their God-given talents. I use my hands to do everything. God gave me a talent so I must use it and not wait for the government to do everything for me,” he concluded.
