Bushbuckridge, South Africa & Dubai, UAE — Jan 18, 2026 

Demand for reliable fuel supply and standby power services continues to rise across government, retail and mining sectors in South Africa, where operational continuity is critical to business and community resilience. FasterCapital’s EquityPilot is designed to help execution-focused startups shore up operations, sharpen go-to-market plans and connect to ecosystem stakeholders who can speed deployment.

Chapste Projects Pty Ltd, a Level 1 B-BBEE, 100% black woman-owned company founded in 2017 and led by Kgomotso Charmaine Kgohloane, resells bulk petroleum products (including 50ppm diesel), installs and maintains generators, performs building maintenance for retail sites, and supplies mining and crusher stones. The company serves clients across retail and corporate sectors and operates from Tembisa Village, Bushbuckridge.

What the Startup Delivers? 

Chapste Projects provides fuel supply logistics, on-site fuel delivery and generator installation and servicing  positioning the company as a single-source operator for clients that require both reliable fuel and dependable standby power. Its cross-industry focus addresses needs in retail standby power, government facilities and mining operations.

Why Now? 

Operational disruptions tied to fuel logistics and backup power failures carry high costs for retailers and industrial operators. Chapste Projects’ integrated service model responds to a clear market gap: coordinated fuel supply plus generator lifecycle services tailored to local sites. FasterCapital’s EquityPilot will help the company move from local traction to a repeatable, scalable operating model.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

FasterCapital will work with Chapste Projects on execution milestones including: refining unit economics for fuel delivery and generator services; tightening operational SOPs for site deployments and maintenance; strengthening procurement and inventory controls for generator parts and fuel stock; and preparing investor-ready materials for future fundraising. This 30–60 day plan focuses on measurable operational improvements rather than funding guarantees.

Customer Validation

Chapste Projects already supplies standby generator services and fuel to clients including CBRE Excellerate (to support Legit and Edgars retail sites) and Golden Rewards. These early customer relationships validate the company’s service model and provide practical bases for standardizing offerings and commercial terms.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Chapste Projects Pty Ltd through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’”

Charmaine Kgomotso Kgohloane founded Chapste Projects in 2017 and leads operations and client delivery. Under her leadership the company secured B-BBEE Level 1 status and developed multidisciplinary capabilities spanning fuel logistics, power systems and site maintenance.

Next 90 Days

Chapste Projects and FasterCapital will benchmark current processes, implement immediate operational fixes, and deliver an investor-ready deck and a 90-day scaling roadmap that prioritizes repeatable site deployment and improved gross margins per site.

About Chapste Projects Pty Ltd

Chapste Projects Pty Ltd is an independent reseller of bulk petroleum products and a provider of generator installation, maintenance and building maintenance services. The company is Level 1 B-BBEE, 100% black woman-owned and managed, and serves government, retail and corporate clients from its headquarters in Tembisa Village, Bushbuckridge.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital supports startups globally by providing execution-focused support, fundraising readiness guidance, and access to an ecosystem of mentors, partners, and investors. Through programs such as EquityPilot, FasterCapital helps founders strengthen their strategy, refine materials, and accelerate progress toward measurable milestones.