South Africa’s independent mechanics join forces to compete with big companies

The Motor Spares Collective is an initiative designed to unlock the potential of small township businesses in South Africa in the hopes of driving growth and creating jobs in areas where unemployment and poverty are high.

Independent mechanic Themba Maseko owns a small repair shop in Tsakane township, about 50 kilometres east of Johannesburg. His job just became a lot easier, thanks to a new cooperative that gives mechanics like him…