Thando Thabethe: On the Road to Mogul Status

In a realm where versatility and entrepreneurship are the coveted jewels of success, South African radio personality, and award-winning actress Thando Thabethe sails through as a paragon of ambition and determination. Known for her electrifying presence on the airwaves and prowess on the silver screen, Thabethe is progressively etching her name in the business world, with ventures that are capturing the attention of fans and industry onlookers alike.

Presenting her dynamism, the second season of Thabethe's reality show "Unstoppable Thabooty" is anticipated to grace television screens with a splash of personal and entrepreneurial evolution. The show, which premieres on BET on January 20, 2024, peels back the curtain to reveal the strides taken by Thabethe and her kin since the audience last encountered them.

Delving into the unfolding narrative, Thando expressed to TRUELOVE magazine her zeal to disclose the new chapters and achievements that have marked the lives of her loved ones and herself. These revelations are set against the backdrop of her booming business, where goal-setting and goal-smashing are the order of the day.

Thando Thabethe, since launching Thabooty's, an underwear and shapewear line, in 2017, has since experienced a remarkable upswing in ventures. Now powered by Redwood Manufacturers, Thabooty's dawns the proudly South African tag, producing quality textiles that resonate with the local market's affinity for home-grown products. This entrepreneurial expansion emphasizes the importance of local manufacturing and showcases the potential of South African brands in competing within the global arena.

Not one to rest on her laurels, Thabethe has further expanded her enterprise to include a production company, Redwood Productions, in partnership with her best friend Tumi Maimela. The company, which launched in October 2022, is already making waves, producing the very show that shares Thando’s journey with her adoring fans.

Thando's relationship with Redwood Productions is both professional and personal, a reflection of her ethos to collaborate with those close to her heart. Having her sister Sanele 'Sasa' Thabethe as creative director and production and operations manager at Redwood Manufacturers, and working with her best friend Tumi, she has managed to create a familial foundation for her business endeavors. This approach not only fosters a sense of community in her work but also ensures an environment where passion and mutual support thrive.

In an industry that demands adaptability and a profusion of income streams, Thabethe takes it all in stride. With each venture, she reiterates her ongoing pursuit for growth and dreaming big—a cornerstone of her success and possibly her journey toward mogul status.

With plans to broaden her creative canvas, Thabethe hinted at a scripted series in development by Redwood Productions, a testament to her growing influence in the realms of content creation and media production. The project holds a special place in her heart, not just as a creative venture, but as a personal storytelling outlet where she takes on the roles of writer, executive producer, and star.