How a Struggling Accountant Found Her True Calling in the Oven
Good Things Guy | 01.03.2026 17:00
When the world turned upside down in 2020, Vutomi lost her career as an accountant, only to find the recipe for her true calling.
Gauteng, South Africa (01 March 2026) – When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, Vutomi E Lubisi, a woman who was an accountant by profession but a baker at heart, found herself able to pivot from the career she had always known to embrace her true entrepreneurial spirit.
It was an inspiring life change that was made possible by the angels who supported her during a time of great uncertainty.
The Covid-19 pandemic was a challenging period, to say the least. It turned countless lives upside down and brought an unwelcome wave of need that swept into even the most secure homes.
However, even in the midst of that hardship, teams of helpers, do-gooders, and guardian angels rose to support families during these difficult times. One such team was the Angel Network Gauteng, which ran dozens of soup kitchens daily, providing food for those who were hungry and vulnerable.
When the state of emergency stabilised, the charity made the move to empower the people it served so that they could stand on their own feet and rebuild better lives.
It was the difference between giving a person a meal and equipping them with the means to go out there and get it themselves. As the Angel Network puts it:
“Relief saves lives. Sustainability changes them.”
One of the ways the organisation achieved this was by equipping individuals to run home-based bakeries and generate income within their own communities.
A shining success of this initiative is Vutomi, who is today the proud owner of her own bakery.
“When COVID hit, she pivoted, building a thriving wedding cake business from her kitchen. Today, through Eully’s Cakery, she empowers others to create sustainable baking businesses through practical training and ongoing support,” the Angel Network Gauteng said.
And the proof is in the cake mix!
This past Saturday, 20 of the Angel Network’s beneficiaries attended Vutomi’s workshop, where the kitchen was filled with laughter, connection, and the unmistakable smell of possibility.
“What a powerful day it was. They learned to bake exceptional scones and muffins, understand basic costing and begin thinking like business owners. Many are already selling into their communities.”
The Angel Network has supported these members with ovens, essential equipment, as well as the skills, confidence and a pathway to income.
Relief was necessary, but sustainability has certainly been transformational.
