Prince Roland OKONGBE a successful nigerian businessman in South Africa “ My wife is part of the pillar of my success. She is not only my wife but a business partner. I rarely make any major business decision whithout consulting her”

Why did you choose and decide to settle in South Africa? Honestly, I settled in South Africa by accident. I came to South Africa after spending some time in Ghana looking for better opportunities. The purpose of my visit to South Africa was to apply for a VISA to go to Australia.

While in South Africa I met my wife who exposed me to the beauty of this great country, and as they say the rest is history. We now have three kids, flourishing businesses and I am happy to be in South Africa. In fact, South Africa is my home.

For how long have you been in South Africa?
I have been in South Africa for 9 years.

What differences have you observed between South Africa and Nigeria, the country of your origin?
The obvious difference is that South Africa is highly developed in terms of the infrastructure, banking sys- tem, roads, respect for the rule of law, etc. The obvious things that everybody talks about.
Nigerians pride in their culture, tra- ditions, the ethnic, cultural diversi- ty, and the mix is unique, and South Africa can learn from us

What are your main activities in South Africa?
Primarily property and real estate, Entertainment, including hosting music concerts, comedy shows

featuring artists from all over the African continent, car repairs shop, cosmetic products, philanthropy, and charity work.