I am a reserved person; I like to keep to myself.

Big Issue vendor Ntobeko Makaula is breaking all boundaries to ensure that he achieves his goals and secures his family’s future.

Life hasn't been smooth sailing for Nondumiso Zigana, our vendor of the month, but that hasn't stopped her from pursuing her heart’s desires. She shares her journey of being an unemployed widow to being a mother of intellectuals.

Nondinaye Tyalisi speaks softly – but you’re missing out if you choose not to listen because her good nature’s worth the extra effort.

Noluthando Nombeleko (41) sells The Big Issue on Orange Street in the city centre. The mother of one shares her journey with us and her future ambitions.

Bubbly Naureen Handricks, a 65-year-old mother of four, is our vendor of the month and sells The Big Issue opposite Maynard Mall in Wynberg.

Bubbly Naureen Handricks, a 65-year-old mother of four, is our vendor of the month and sells The Big Issue opposite Maynard Mall in Wynberg.