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Charlotte Price and Justina John (Image credit: Development Bank of Wales)

An African restaurant and takeaway is to open in Cardiff with help from a £25,000 micro loan from the Development Bank of Wales.

Justina John is behind ONJA, which will open on Barrack Lane on Monday 16 December. 

The funding has been used to pay for the fit-out of the site, which will have about 40 covers, opening for lunch and early evening meals from Monday to Saturday. 

 

John was raised in Tanzania but has lived in Cardiff for 25 years. 

She said: "Food is a universal language that fosters peace and ignites happiness. It brings people together, regardless of their status or background, reminding us that we all share a common bond through the joy of sharing a meal.

"My passion is food. I've always loved cooking and have fond memories of my childhood, helping my Mum in the kitchen at home. However, the time has never been right to leave a secure job. The loan from the Development Bank has given me the confidence to take the leap of faith and follow my dreams.  I feel like I was born to cook, and I can't wait to share the taste of Tanzania with Cardiff."

Charlotte Price is an investment executive with the Development Bank. She added: "Justina's love of food is infectious. It is great to see her bringing a unique and authentic dining experience to Cardiff in such a prime location and we're pleased that our support has enabled her to make this happen." By Alice Bird, Insider Media

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