Hafsah Ramjanee, founder of Sama Play Cafe based in Newport, has been recognised as one of the UK’s 100 most inspiring female entrepreneurs.
Hafsah, who left a decade-long career in the NHS to open a children’s play cafe in June 2024, will be featured alongside leading female founders from across the country as part of Small Business Britain’s f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100 campaign. This campaign celebrates the multi-achievements of women running businesses in the UK – women who are driving innovation, growth, and positive impact in their communities, while running successful businesses.
Hafsah is being profiled for her achievements in creating a beautiful play space for babies and toddlers as well as an intimate community hub for parents and carers. She also is being celebrated for her commitment to support families by using her professional knowledge to run parenting workshops alongside play sessions.
Hafsah said:
“I often joke that I left a 9-5 to work 24/7, and it feels incredible to know that my constant commitment to make my one-woman business successful has been not just recognised but also celebrated.”
Launched in 2017 by Small Business Britain, the f:Entrepreneur campaign aims to raise greater awareness of the impact of incredible female business owners across the country, and help provide inspiration and role models to the wider small business community.
“It is brilliant to feature Sama Play Cafe in this year’s #IAlso100 campaign. All of the female entrepreneurs in this year’s line-up are inspirational and remarkable role models,” said Michelle Ovens CBE, CEO and Founder of Small Business Britain.
“Their creativity, leadership, and community impact show exactly why supporting female founders is so important, not only for the UK’s economic growth but for the positive difference they make to wider society.”
The #IAlso100 campaign offers a host of events, training, and networking opportunities to boost skills, capability, and confidence.
