Di Luden, a Gqeberha resident with a heart firmly rooted in the Eastern Cape, has taken her international experience and channeled it into creating opportunities for South Africans to work remotely for overseas companies. After a successful career on super-yachts, Luden co-founded Ubuntu Freelancers, a platform connecting South African talent with global clients.
Luden's journey began with a desire for a more settled lifestyle after years of globetrotting as a purser on luxury yachts. "I never imagined moving back to the Eastern Cape," she admitted, "but life has a funny way of choosing a path for you." The COVID-19 pandemic provided the catalyst for change, prompting Luden to explore remote work options.
Inspired by a friend who was successfully working remotely for US clients, Luden secured her own international client and relished the flexibility and international exposure it offered. "I absolutely loved that I was still getting an international taste while living in Gqeberha," she shared.
The seed for Ubuntu Freelancers was planted during a casual conversation with her cousin. Luden's belief in the potential of South African talent, combined with the increasing demand for remote work, led them to explore the idea further. "We are naturally hardworking, diligent people," she remarked, confident in the abilities of her fellow South Africans.
In November 2021, Ubuntu Freelancers was born, aiming to bridge the gap between South African freelancers and international clients seeking skilled professionals. Luden's venture exemplifies the spirit of Ubuntu, harnessing the power of community and collaboration to create opportunities that transcend borders.
Luden's journey began with a desire for a more settled lifestyle after years of globetrotting as a purser on luxury yachts. "I never imagined moving back to the Eastern Cape," she admitted, "but life has a funny way of choosing a path for you." The COVID-19 pandemic provided the catalyst for change, prompting Luden to explore remote work options.
Inspired by a friend who was successfully working remotely for US clients, Luden secured her own international client and relished the flexibility and international exposure it offered. "I absolutely loved that I was still getting an international taste while living in Gqeberha," she shared.
The seed for Ubuntu Freelancers was planted during a casual conversation with her cousin. Luden's belief in the potential of South African talent, combined with the increasing demand for remote work, led them to explore the idea further. "We are naturally hardworking, diligent people," she remarked, confident in the abilities of her fellow South Africans.
In November 2021, Ubuntu Freelancers was born, aiming to bridge the gap between South African freelancers and international clients seeking skilled professionals. Luden's venture exemplifies the spirit of Ubuntu, harnessing the power of community and collaboration to create opportunities that transcend borders.
