Authored by: Captain SA | SA Rainbow News | 25th Oct 2025

Pono Tharollo Small Business Development Association held a graduation ceremony on October 25, 2025, at Sgodi in Daveyton, Stand Number 14025. The ceremony celebrated members who successfully completed the Basic Inventory Management Training program.

#SmallBusinessDevelopment #Entrepreneurship

Pono Tharollo is a development association that supports small businesses across various sectors by providing assistance in business compliance, training opportunities, and access to funding. The association remains committed to helping entrepreneurs strengthen their enterprises and contribute to local economic growth.

#BusinessSupport #CommunityEmpowerment

The training, delivered in partnership with WRSETA and SEDA, equipped participants with essential knowledge and practical skills in inventory management. Participants learned how to replenish stock, unpack and label items, record transactions, prevent losses, and maintain accurate stock balances.

#SkillsTraining #WRSETA #SEDA

“I am proud of the members’ achievement. Inventory management is crucial for the success of any retail business,” said Reitumetse Mogotsi, Chief Operations Officer of Pono Tharollo Small Business Development Association.

#Leadership #BusinessGrowth

Training Modules Covered:

• Replenishing Stock in Retail Business – Ensuring stock meets customer demand
• Unpacking, Storing, and Labeling Stock – Proper organization and handling
• Preparing Records of Transactions – Accurate documentation to support business operations
• Recording Transactions to Prevent Losses – Minimizing risk through proper controls
• Maintaining Stock Balances – Ensuring accountability and avoiding discrepancies
• Preparing for and Conducting Stock Counts – Ensuring accuracy and order within the business environment

#InventoryManagement #RetailBusiness #EntrepreneurSkills

Pono Tharollo also announced a new partnership with professional financial advisers, who will support entrepreneurs with financial planning, record keeping, accounting, and auditing guidance. This collaboration aims to empower members to manage their finances effectively and make informed business decisions.

#FinancialLiteracy #BusinessFinance #StrategicPartnerships

Pono Tharollo’s ongoing commitment to developing strong, skilled, and sustainable small businesses is demonstrated through its training programs and strategic partnerships. The association continues to invest in the growth of local entrepreneurs, thereby contributing to the broader development of the community and local economy.

#EconomicDevelopment #LocalBusiness #PonoTharollo