Local entrepreneur Richardene Frolick, founder of Nonhles Treats, has been selected as a beneficiary of a three‑year enterprise development programme funded by De Aar Solar Power.
Frolick, 25, started her bakery in 2022, producing cakes and biscuits. With programme support, she plans to expand operations, move into a formal business premises, and create two new jobs within the next year. She also intends to add bread and rolls to her product range.
“I started baking during lockdown after my family encouraged me to turn my natural talent into something more. Until now, I’ve grown the business with very little. Becoming a beneficiary of this programme means I can expand my production, upgrade my equipment, and work towards long‑term goals that will make Nonhles Treats more sustainable,” Frolick said.
The programme will assist with establishing a containerised and small‑building structure for the bakery, while also supporting compliance with food‑handling requirements, operational training, certification, and financial stability over the three‑year period.
“Since its launch, Nonhles Treats has operated from a temporary space on local church land. Even in these limited conditions, Richardene has improved product quality and grown her customer base beyond De Aar,” said Harrisinah Theka, Economic Development Manager at De Aar Solar Power.
Theka added: “We are confident that the structure and support offered through the programme will give her the foundation she needs to grow a sustainable business. Small enterprises like Nonhles Treats are at the heart of local development, and we look forward to seeing the impact her growth will have in the community.”
