Koketso Ramatlho, wins R250 000+ to grow her natural skincare brand on Engen The Making Of 2025

What began as a mother’s mission to heal her son has grown into one of South Africa’s most inspiring wellness success stories. Today, Koketso Ramatlho, founder of Angela Care, is proving that personal passion, indigenous knowledge, and entrepreneurial grit can spark powerful change.
What a ride! – Katlego Tshuma

What a ride! Engen’s The Making Of has been one of those experiences that stretch your thinking, sharpen your creative instincts, and remind you why we do this thing called creativity in the first place. We were challenged, pushed, and inspired, not just to make beautiful work, but to solve real human problems with ideas […]
Meet the 10 contestants competing for their share of R800 000 in Engen The Making Of

After a dramatic first season that drew over 2.3 million views and saw the winning contestant walk away with R225 000, Engen The Making Of (TMO) is back for season 2 – and the stakes are higher than ever. Sponsored by Engen and powered by Raizcorp, ten bold entrepreneurs will put their creativity — and themselves — to the test.
6 game-changing business lessons you can steal from Engen The Making Of

What does it really take to survive Engen The Making Of? Grit, brains, hustle – and a thick skin. For these six entrepreneurs, the experience was more than just a competition. It pushed their limits, sharpened their instincts and forced them to level up as business owners. From emotional curveballs to game-changing insights, here’s how […]
Want to be on Engen TMO? Alumni advice you can’t ignore

Think you’re ready for Engen The Making Of? Think again. Behind the high-pressure challenges and tight deadlines lies a game of strategy, grit and sharp instincts. We asked past contestants to drop some hard-earned wisdom for anyone bold enough to step into the arena. From ruthless tactics to mindset shifts, here’s what they had to […]
Press Release: Engen The Making Of is back for season 2

After a dramatic debut season that drew over 2.3 million views and saw a previously eliminated contestant crowned the winner, Engen The Making Of is back for season 2 – with another R800 000 up for grabs.
Mongezi Masombuka – Winner of Engen The Making of 2024

Winning Engen The Making Of (TMO) competition last year was a turning point in my journey as an entrepreneur. The R225 000 cash prize wasn’t just a…
Dr Sean Perry – Engen The Making Of 2024 contestant

When I received the R161 666 in cash from Engen The Making Of (TMO), I knew I had to use it strategically to create real and visible impact for my business, and I’m proud to say that’s exactly what I did…
Bongani Moko – Engen The Making Of 2024 contestant

Winning the R99 999 prize through Engen The Making Of was nothing short of a game changer for me and my business. Moko Originals is an innovative fashion brand that blends traditional…
Entrepreneurship – From Elimination to Victory: How Mongezi Masombuka Won Engen The Making Of

Classic Business, with Michael Avery, demystifies a range of pillar topics that underpin the South African economy and inform our lives daily. You can look forward to in-depth and accessible business discussions, with experts in their field. Full podcast published on Fine music radio