OurStory
Wanyana People (PTY) LTD is a young company, not only in terms of people but also in terms of its drive, attitude and determination. The company commenced operation and chose Wanyana People (PTY) LTD as the label for what we hope will become the forefront of cultural and purely South African company.
The name ‘Wanyana’ began as a nick –name (meaning ‘girl’) that reflected the inner and possibly true being of one of the managing ‘Makhulus,’ Vanessa Rodrigues, and has now become the ‘trade mark’ of the company. Wanyana believes in giving people the freedom to make money, allowing them to be their own brand. Working efficiently and effectively, and using wanyana as a platform to do this.
Wanyana People is made up of two divisions:
Event Staffing
If you need ushers, hospitality staff, parking attendants, registration personnel, hosts or just assistance in packaging and sending out invitations. Any requirements you have for your event we can assist. Sign up <<here>> to become part of our events team.
OddJobs
Imagine the possibility of creating an economy within an existing economy, where individuals have the freedom to generate income. The gig economy offers individuals greater control over their work-life balance, increased earning potential, and the opportunity to pursue their passions. It fosters entrepreneurship, and provides economic resilience.
Sign up <<here>> to become a pixie.
Pixies .OddJobs
Imagine the possibility of creating an economy within an existing economy, where individuals have the freedom to generate income. The gig economy offers individuals greater control over their work-life balance, increased earning potential, and the opportunity to pursue their passions. It fosters entrepreneurship, and provides economic resilience.
Event Staff
Staffing for:
• promotions
• events
• event tourism
Promotions Market –If you need enthusiastic promoters, contact us. We work in all suburbs and townships, urban or rural. We match our staff with your target market.
Event Market – If you need ushers, hospitality staff, parking attendants, registration personnel, hosts, set up crew or just assistance in packaging and sending out invitations. Any requirements you have for your event we can assist.
Event Tourism Market – If you need a friendly traditional South African hello, sawubona, kunjani, goeiemore, dumela our staff in African attire can welcome a client at the airport or hotel. We can even set up true African style vendors and buskers.
Wanyana People have worked all over South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and Zambia.
OurWork
"The weekend went very well, the staff were really great, particularly Kamo and Thabo were fantastic!!!."
"The event went well and your team was great, thanks so much. Im happy."
"Thanks for this and the girls were really great."
"The team was absolutely great, reliable, punctual and we had no issues at all."
"Thank you for your team, they were fantastic to work with."
Meet our Wanyana
Vanessa Rodrigues Mahomed
As a young girl growing up in South Africa Vanessa always connected emotionally and mentally with the diverse South African people. The ‘Makhulu Wanyana’ obtained a B.A Marketing Degree from RAU and worked at Party Design for 6 years gaining experience in the event industry.
Vanessa started Wanyana Projects in 2007, when she noticed the gap in the market for efficient, hardworking event staff. The company has worked on many signficant events including the Presidential Inauguration, Soccer World Cup and All Africa Games.
Vanessa also started an Espresso and Fuel Bar at Northcliff Crossift called Cafe Fanoca in 2019. The bar was created from an obsession for drinking great coffee. The name FANOCA comes from her 3 sons, Faris - the Knight, Noah - the ark, Cairo - the conqueror.
A passion in the fitness industry also led her to co found Projectfit Soweto, a not for profit gym in the Morris Isaacson school in Soweto. It aims to make fitness accessible to all, and get the youth to live a healthy and active lifestlye, keeping them off the street.
Reach out to Wanyana
Wanyana People (PTY) LTD
Parkhurst, Johannesburg
Tel: +27 (0) 82 341 5256
Reg. No.: 2020/504020/07
