Valerie Andimignon turns braiding passion into business |09 November 2026

Valerie Andimignon with her children (Photo: Contributed)

‘Keep believing in yourself, remain determined and have faith that things will eventually work out’

By Kassey Govinden

Balancing motherhood, employment and entrepreneurship, 33-year-old Valerie Andimignon is steadily building her braiding business, Val’s Braids, with determination, faith and the support of her family and clients.

For the entrepreneur, braiding is more than just a way of earning an income. It is a passion she has nurtured over the years, transforming a personal interest into a growing small business while juggling the responsibilities of being a mother of four.

Valerie, who has been involved in the hair braiding industry since she was 20, currently operates Val’s Braids from home, offering hairstyling services mainly to women and children. Alongside her small business, she also works as a store assistant at Sodepak Industries Ltd.

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