Makhanda’s Own: Buyi Ngewana – From Street Vendor to Crafting a Scented Legacy!
Wednesday, 12th February 2025
In the heart of Makhanda, one entrepreneur is redefining the fragrance industry with a passion for scent and a drive for empowerment. Meet Buyi Ngewana, the powerhouse behind Fab Fragrance Boutique, a business that not only creates high-quality, long-lasting oil-based perfumes but also gives customers a unique experience of mixing their own signature scents.
From Street Vendor to Thriving Business Owner
Buyi’s journey is one of resilience and determination. She started as a street vendor, selling perfumes to market her business. What began with selling just one bottle at a time has now grown into a fully stocked shop, where she supplies bulk buyers and even helps others start their own perfume businesses. Her success is proof that small beginnings can lead to great achievements.
Turning Passion into Opportunity
For Buyi, perfume is more than just a luxury—it’s a confidence booster, a way to make a lasting impression. After struggling to find her favorite perfumes during the post-COVID period, she saw a gap in the market and took action. She pursued professional training in perfumes and cosmetics at Chemin and InnoVenton, equipping herself with the knowledge and skills to launch her own brand.
A Personal Touch to Fragrance
What sets Fab Fragrance Boutique apart is the interactive experience it offers customers. Instead of just picking a ready-made scent, customers can choose from a variety of perfume oils, mix their own unique blend, and watch as their custom fragrance is created. The boutique even allows customers to experiment by combining different oils to create highly concentrated 10ml perfume blends.
This hands-on approach not only makes the shopping experience special but also ensures that customers walk away with a scent that truly represents them. And the best part? When they return with referrals after receiving countless compliments, it proves the power of a good fragrance in boosting confidence.
Creating Jobs and Building a Legacy
Beyond just selling perfumes, Buyi is also committed to empowering the local community. Fab Fragrance Boutique provides part-time jobs for students during the festive season, with the long-term goal of creating sustainable job opportunities in Makhanda.
She believes in the power of entrepreneurship and encourages others to turn their passions into businesses. "Opportunities are there—you just need to find what you love and let your passion pay you," she says. By supplying bulk perfume orders, Buyi is helping others start their own businesses, passing on the knowledge and skills she has gained to uplift fellow entrepreneurs.
Her vision is to build a lasting legacy that inspires others to take entrepreneurship seriously and create businesses that benefit future generations.
Smelling Good, Feeling Confident
In a world where first impressions matter, Fab Fragrance Boutique is making sure Makhanda smells amazing—one custom scent at a time. Whether you're looking for a signature perfume or want to create something uniquely yours, this local gem is putting the city on the map with its innovative and customer-focused approach to fragrance.
So, next time you want to boost your confidence and own your space with a long-lasting scent, visit Fab Fragrance Boutique on High Street, and meet Buyi Ngewana—you might just walk away with a new signature fragrance and a new appreciation for the art of perfume making.
You can reach her on:
Cell: +27 71 840 1641
Email: buyi79ngewana@gmail.com
