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Some people follow a straight path in life. Himkaar Singh is not one of them. From civil

engineering to composting, business mentorship to astronomy, he’s woven together a

life that’s as unexpected as it is impactful. And he’s done it all right here in Dainfern.

BEYOND BUSINESS: WHO IS
HIMKAAR?
While Himkaar’s professional
ventures keep him busy, he’s just as
passionate about personal growth
and exploration. His life isn’t just
about entrepreneurship—it’s about
balance.

When he’s not working, you’ll likely
find him:
• Hiking and kayaking,
exploring new landscapes.
• Practising yoga and
meditation to stay centred.
• Gardening and working with
nature, beyond composting.
• Travelling, seeking out
different perspectives and
cultures.
• Reading, always looking to
learn something new.

For Himkaar, life is about more
than business success—it’s about
A TELESCOPE, A PANDEMIC, AND experiencing and understanding the
world.
THE MAGIC OF SATURN’S RINGS SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

With Compost Kitchen growing,
Telescope Nights expanding, and
If you thought composting and business networking were enough to keep Himkaar busy, the Business Club set to return with
think again. new speakers, Himkaar isn’t slowing
down.
In 2020, when lockdowns had everyone stuck at home, he turned his childhood passion
for astronomy into a business. For now, he’s focused on:
• Bringing more people into
“I set up my telescope in my garden, looked up, and saw Saturn. That moment of seeing the composting movement.
another world—its rings, its presence—it was like travelling without leaving home. And I • Educating landscapers,
realised: people need to experience this.” schools, and businesses on
soil health.
What started as casual stargazing sessions in Dainfern quickly grew into Telescope • Expanding his sustainability
Nights, a fully booked efforts through large-scale
experience where composting.
people can see But whether it’s fixing soil, inspiring
planets, stars, and young entrepreneurs, or helping
galaxies up close.
people see the stars, one thing is
clear—he’s just getting started.
90% of his clients,
he says, have never
looked through a WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
telescope before. • Join Compost Kitchen & help
“When you see improve soil health →
another planet with www.compostkitchen.com
your own eyes, it’s
life-changing. It gives • Attend a Telescope Night & see the
you perspective. You universe up close →
realise how small you www.telescopenight.co.za
are—but also how
connected we all are.” • Stay updated on Business Club
• Book a Telescope events → Dainfern Business Club
Night: See details in
end box.

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