{"product_id":"wealthy-appetite-paperback","title":"Wealthy Appetite - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eOnesimus Malatji\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Wealthy Appetite: First the People and Money Will Follow\" is an inspiring yet poignant tale set in South Africa during the apartheid era. The protagonist, Thabo Mokoena, is a black entrepreneur with a deep passion for technology and innovation. Dreaming of running a tech company, he faces the harsh realities of an oppressive system that limits black people to certain types of businesses, hindering his ambitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUndeterred, Thabo develops a revolutionary software, recognizing the potential risks posed by the corrupt, racist system. To safeguard his creation, he sells it to a U.S. company, securing a substantial sum that he uses to invest in a local soccer team. His involvement transforms the team, providing them with resources, exposure, and a sense of pride. Thabo's investment extends beyond the team to the entire community, symbolizing hope and success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, Thabo's success draws the ire of Markus van der Merwe and other white capitalists, who feel threatened by his accomplishments and influence. They conspire against him, orchestrating a scandal with the help of a bank manager, Leah Nkosi, falsely accused of aiding Thabo in financial misdeeds. This scheme leads to Thabo's public disgrace, the seizure of his assets, and his brief imprisonment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story takes a turn following the end of apartheid in 1994. Thabo, now released from jail, adopts a pseudonym and quietly rebuilds his business empire. His resilience and unwavering commitment to his community and ideals shine through, as he lays the foundation for a new era of growth and opportunity in a free South Africa. \"Wealthy Appetite\" is a narrative of struggle, resilience, and the power of hope and community in the face of overwhelming adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.48 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 18, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43159877550143,"sku":"9781776491698","price":38.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/mLOm_PwNH79781776491698.webp?v=1777002445","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/wealthy-appetite-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}