eMalahleni business is growing over the breakfast table

eMalahleni business is growing over the breakfast table
Three guests shared their stories, trials, and experiences in the Christian Business Breakfast hosted by New Life Church.
Set in a comfortable lounge, the guest speakers, Zithobile Kolweni, Monica Joao, and Mthoko Mdaba, shared with the attendees their highs and lows and how God led them to a place of peace, where they realised that He is in control.
WITBANK NEWS also had a slot, and news editor Zita Goldswain and advertising representative Annatjie du Toit shared some insight into successful advertising.
The next New Life Business Breakfast is on August 1 – Do not miss out on this opportunity to mingle with business-minded people.
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