Patricia Beleng is a bold and innovative entrepreneur making waves in South Africa’s manufacturing and branding space. As the founder of Buhlebenkosi Agri Productions, she has developed a line of multi-purpose disinfectant sprays and other hygiene-related products under her own label — combining safety, utility, and strong visual branding to meet modern household and business needs.
Patricia’s journey into business began through hustle and resilience. With no initial access to capital, she built her brand from the ground up, packaging and marketing products with limited resources but boundless vision. Her work ethic and business acumen quickly caught national and international attention, leading to multiple accolades.
She was crowned:
• Winner of the FOYA Awards Southern Africa – Manufacturing Founder of the Year (2022)
• Global FOYA Awards Finalist (2023)
• Honoured with an SMME Entrepreneurship Training Certificate for her leadership in sustainable business development
Beyond selling products, Patricia empowers her community by mentoring young entrepreneurs, hosting product development masterclasses, and actively participating in business development forums and awards initiatives.
Her approach is practical, scalable, and deeply rooted in service. Whether supplying products to homes, schools, or corporate spaces, Patricia ensures that every bottle reflects excellence, consistency, and African innovation.
With her brand continuing to grow and a vision to expand across Africa, Patricia Beleng is proving that powerful businesses can come from humble beginnings — and still rise to the top.