A challenge that began with struggling to find comfortable shoes has turned into an international business success for 12-year-old Johannesburg entrepreneur Lubanzi Dube, whose footwear innovation has earned him recognition on one of the world's biggest startup stages. Dube, the founder of SolEase, a business developing orthotic insoles and supportive footwear for people with flat feet, was crowned the 2026 Startup World Cup Champion at Global Business Week in Davos, Switzerland, in July. His victory marked a historic achievement for South Africa, with his team becoming the first South African and African team to win the Startup World Cup title. He joins the Power Breakfast team for a 'feel good' conversation.

<p>A challenge that began with struggling to find comfortable shoes has turned into an international business success for 12-year-old Johannesburg entrepreneur Lubanzi Dube, whose footwear innovation has earned him recognition on one of the world's biggest startup stages. Dube, the founder of SolEase, a business developing orthotic insoles and supportive footwear for people with flat feet, was crowned the 2026 Startup World Cup Champion at Global Business Week in Davos, Switzerland, in July. His victory marked a historic achievement for South Africa, with his team becoming the first South African and African team to win the Startup World Cup title. He joins the Power Breakfast team for a 'feel good' conversation.</p>

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<p>POWER Breakfast is a fast-paced three-hour news and current affairs show, alternating between the latest breaking news, political coverage, analysis, sport, market reports, weather and all your calls. Whether you&rsquo;re in business, the public service or just want to stay informed, tune in as Thabiso TT Tema connects you to your world.</p>