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Bonakele Zungu, born and raised in Inanda, (North of Durban, KZN), is a visionary leader and advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities. Her new journey and chapter began in 2005 when a car accident profoundly changed her life. Despite the challenges she faced, Bona’s story is not defined by her disability but by her remarkable abilities and resilience.
Embracing her new reality as a person with a disability was initially fraught with emotional turmoil, including anger, depression, and fear. However, her faith and determination led her to overcome these obstacles, finding strength in the belief that “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strengthens.” – Philippines 4:13.
She acknowledges her mother as her prayer partner, best friend, and unwavering support. “I give God all the glory for what He has done for me, as I am a living testimony of His grace and mercy. Through many difficult times, God used my mother for spiritual counseling. In my moments of pain and weakness, I found Christ as my Lord and Savior. I am profoundly grateful to God for my family’s support, love, and prayers, as I am truly a product of prayer. Where many see challenges, I see opportunities to overcome daily as a person with a disability. Every day, I thank God for my life, for through my limitations, I learn of Christ’s love and God’s goodness. He is ever faithful to me. The accident could have driven me away from God, but instead, I ran to Him for refuge, strength, and comfort for my broken heart. In the secret place of His presence and the shelter of His unconditional love, I wept my way to the throne of grace. The Holy Spirit comforted me, and I found His sustaining grace. Through my healing journey, I realized that God’s grace is sufficient. Every day, I fall into the hands of the living God.”
Access Driven Group is a testament that God can make a way when there seems to be no way. I have witnessed this truth unfold over the past few years.
Bona’s entrepreneurial journey was inspired by personal experiences with accessibility challenges, particularly in transportation. This led to the founding of Access Driven Group (Pty) Ltd in 2012, where she serves as Director and CEO. The company is dedicated to providing tailored, specialized wheelchair-accessible travel experiences, ensuring comfort, safety, and accessibility for all clients
Her advocacy extends beyond business. As she’s a social justice and inclusion activist. When she served as a member of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Youth Advisory Panel, Bona traveled extensively, highlighting the need for accessible travel and accommodations. Her experiences fueled her passion for universal access and inspired her to educate others about reasonable accommodations accessible travel. Her challenges and difficulty when traveling inspired her to be more passionate about accessible travel, Bona personally assesses accommodations to guarantee they meet the highest standards of accessibility.
Bona is committed to creating job opportunities for persons with disabilities, recognizing the barriers they face in employment. She actively promotes training and skills development, addressing the lack of formal education and skills among many individuals with disabilities.
With over 20 years of experience in leadership, strategic planning, and advocacy, Bona is a formidable force in social justice and inclusion. She serves as the Founding Secretary-General and Board Member of the Ethekwini Disability Business Chamber NPC, demonstrating exceptional leadership and commitment to empowering entrepreneurs with disabilities.
Her entrepreneurial spirit is matched by her dedication to corporate governance and continuous learning. Bona has completed prestigious programs, including the Gordon Institute of Business Science’s Enterprise Development Academy and the Institute of Directors in South Africa’s Corporate Governance Development Programme.
In 2023, Bona was awarded First Prize in the KZN B-BBEE Business Awards in the category of Entrepreneur with a Disability, recognizing her contributions to inclusion and transformation.
Bona Zungu’s passion for universal access, social justice, and empowerment drives her mission to make a meaningful impact on society. She believes in turning challenges into opportunities, serving clients with empathy, and fostering a culture of support and inclusion. Her work is not just a career but a calling, and she continues to inspire others with her unwavering commitment to excellence and integrity
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