Paul Siguqa
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Paul Siguqa | |
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| Born | c. 1981 Franschhoek, South Africa |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, Winery Owner |
| Employer | Self-employed |
| Known for | Owner of Klein Goederust winery |
Paul Siguqa is a South African entrepreneur and the owner of the Klein Goederust winery.
Biography[edit]
Early life and education[edit]
Siguqa grew up in a two-bedroom cottage near Franschhoek[1] with his sister and mother, who was a vineyard labourer under the South African apartheid.[2] To earn money for his university education, he bought fruit in bulk and reselling it.[3] He told The New York Times he made 875 rand on the first weekend, more than his mother's monthly wage.[4]
After university, he founded a communications and events company.[5]
Wine career[edit]
Siquga came across a 24 acre property on sale for 12 million ZAR, which he bought in cash in 2019.[6] After spending 23 million ZAR on renovations, he opened his winery on December 3, 2021.[4]
References[edit]
- ^ Phanyeko, Thobeka (2023-01-27). "Taste of success: Businessman Paul Siguqa shares the 411s of owning a wine farm". GQ. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ Waters, Christopher (2022-10-29). "In South Africa, a tour of Black-owned wineries making their mark". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ Johns, Lynnette (2022-02-10). "ENTREPRENEUR: Paul Siguqa — Franschhoek wine farmer and owner". Business Day (South Africa). Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ a b Eligon, John (2022-10-07). "His Mom Labored on a Winery Under Apartheid. Now, He Owns One". The New York Times. Retrieved 2024-02-15.
- ^ Williams, Janice. "These South African Black Winemakers Are Reclaiming Stolen Legacies". Wine Enthusiast. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ Heathcock, Kit (2022-10-14). "Meet Paul Siguqa, farm labourer's son turned wine baron". Daily Maverick. Retrieved 2024-02-16.