More About - Noliqua Legacy Farm
Bayanda Vincent Maseko
Breaking barriers, inspiring change, and building a legacy—one snail at a time.
Bayanda Vincent Maseko is a pioneering commercial snail farmer and the co-founder of Noliqua Legacy Pty Ltd, one of the first young Black-owned commercial snail farms and manufacturers in South Africa. Noliqua Legacy specializes in raising snails for both meat consumption and international markets and produces innovative skin products from snail mucin. Committed to empowering youth and aspiring farmers, Bayanda and his team offer hands-on training and mentorship programs, helping to inspire the next generation of agricultural entrepreneurs.
Bayanda’s journey in agriculture began with a commercial poultry farm established by his late mother, Noliqhwa Nhlapo, whose encouragement led him to pursue farming full-time. Since 2020, he has dedicated himself to agriculture, quickly building a reputation for innovation and excellence. Recognized by the Africa Agribusiness Qualifications program, Bayanda went on to win the FOYA Africa Agripreneur of the Year award and represented South Africa in the World Entrepreneurship Cup, reaching the top 250 globally. Despite the challenges of his agricultural journey, Bayanda remains determined to break barriers and leave a lasting legacy in agribusiness.
Impact
Noliqua Legacy has significantly impacted the agricultural and skincare industries by pioneering large-scale commercial snail farming in South Africa, an area previously untapped within the country. Through innovative snail farming practices and the production of organic snail mucin skincare products, Noliqua Legacy has contributed to diversifying South Africa’s agricultural exports and enhancing the visibility of snail-based products both locally and internationally.
In the community, Noliqua Legacy is empowering local youth and aspiring farmers through mentorship and training programs, equipping them with the skills to pursue careers in agriculture and entrepreneurship. By creating job opportunities and fostering agricultural knowledge, the venture has positively influenced the economic landscape of surrounding areas, inspiring a new generation to explore sustainable farming practices.
Market-wise, Noliqua Legacy addresses the growing demand for ethically-sourced, high-quality snail products by supplying both meat and skincare solutions. With partnerships extending to major processing facilities, the venture has become a key player in establishing South Africa as a competitive source of snail products. By combining traditional agriculture with sustainable skincare manufacturing, Noliqua Legacy is setting a new standard for innovation and social impact within the industry.
Markets
Noliqua Legacy has established strategic partnerships with major snail processing plants, including Garden Roots in Mossel Bay, Cape Town. Through these agreements, to supply over 50 tons of snails for processing, canning, and distribution to meet both local and international demand. Our focus is on boosting the supply of high-quality snails within South Africa while also contributing to the growing global market. Additionally, we manufacture organic skin products derived from snail mucin, designed specifically to support the health of South African skin and bodies.
Our goal is ambitious: we aim to expand our production from 3 million juvenile snails to 10 million within the next two years, setting a new standard in the industry and meeting increasing demand.
Financials
Noliqua Legacy has demonstrated impressive financial growth since its inception, reflecting the increasing demand for its products and the business’s strategic expansion. Initially generating annual returns of 30,000 rands, the company has now scaled up to 500,000 rands per annum. This remarkable growth has been achieved through securing high-volume contracts and expanding its production capabilities. With a strong outlook for the upcoming 2024/25 production cycle, Noliqua Legacy is projecting revenues exceeding 2 million rands, supported by the increased demand for snail meat and snail mucin-based skincare products.
