The entrepreneurial reality TV show returns to SABC2 on Saturday, August 17 at 21:00 (repeated on CNBC Africa on Sunday, 18 August at 21:00) with season two's winner walking away with a R5-million investment into their business. The show is bigger and better than the first season with a number of surprises planned.

The entrepreneurs, who are set to become household names in South Africa, speak about their feelings as they pack up their lives and prepare for gruelling schedule:

Adele Lourens, 31 from Brakenfell, Western Cape, Green launderette: “I am very excited about the show and can't wait to get stuck in. The show’s creator, Ezra Ndwandwe, mentioned in a Google Hangout once that we are a rock star group of entrepreneurs; it kind of makes me feel like one of the Kings of Chaos. I can't wait to get on the show and rock on. Leaving my three children, husband and business is daunting, since I have opened a new branch and have extra obligations and now have to leave it in other people's hands. But, I know that it’s all worth it and its going to be an amazing experience.”

Charmaine Kleynhans, 49 from Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, A kettle that boils water without electricity, gas or making a fire: “I am extremely happy to get on with this competition. My family obviously are going to miss me but are ready and organised for the full period of three months so my intentions are to stay in the competition until the end. Should I win, it won't only benefit my family financially but that of many others and their families as I will create employment and provide a product that will ease many lives.”

Christiaan (Kris) Muller, 27 from Durbanville, Western Cape, Biometric security systems: “This whole experience surrounding The Big Break Legacy is one I will most likely never forget. I am excited about moving into the house we will be living in, as well as getting to adapt to the new dynamic that comes with living in a group. The one thing I'm dreading is being away from my wife for such a long time.”

Ifthakaar Shaik, 24 from Johannesburg, Furniture made from recyclable material: “The prospect of beginning this leg of the competition is very exciting. It's a huge opportunity for a young entrepreneur and I am really looking forward to getting started. A lot is resting on my efforts here, as the capital injection and exposure will definitely assist my partners and me in realising the business ideal that we share. On the other side of the coin, stepping into a ‘pseudo-reality’ for such a long period of time is a little disconcerting, especially at this point in my life where there are a few moving parts that I am trying to manage. That being said, I see this as adding another interesting chapter in my great adventure and I honestly can't wait.”

Jared Pillai, 24 from Montana in Pretoria, Educational products for babies and young children: “I am going to miss my wife, child, family and friends. However, I look forward to the challenge ahead and to leave a lasting Big Break Legacy for entrepreneurs in South Africa and around the world. Never give up.”

Kelebogile Seleka, 39 from Galeshwe, Kimberley, Vending machines for sanitary pads in schools: “I can’t wait for the competition to begin. I have done all my research and look forward to mixing with the other contestants while also showing South Africa what I am made of.”

Ntokozo Biyela, 36 from Durban in Kwa Zulu Natal, Mobile unit manufacturer: “I can’t wait to be part of the biggest business competition in Africa. This is going to be one of those bittersweet moments in my life, bitter in a sense that I will be leaving behind a highly pregnant wife in Durban as we are expecting our third child in the same month we start the filming and is sweet in the sense that my wife has always supported me in letting me realise my dream of being the best of the best as I continue making my mark in the business world. So the best thank you gift I can get both my wife and our soon to be born baby is the title of being the last man standing in the biggest television reality show. It is situations like these that tend to bring out the best in me and I’m confident that with Jesus on my side I will climb this big mountain.”

Sanele Makinane, 22 from Klerksdorp in North West, Information communications technology systems: “Moving to the house has always been the one thing I had in mind about the show. However when reality hits it actually is so different from how I would anticipate it in my mind. Now that it is finally here, I am gearing towards creating new friendships and allowing a complete change of life’s scenarios. With the small interaction I have already had with the contestants it looks to be an exciting time for me in my life. I am taking the journey of moving into the house with everything I have. I will miss my family, friends and colleagues. Their support and understanding will give me a soft landing to this overwhelming experience I am about to take in my life. To the contestants, let’s give it our all and show how entrepreneurs do it.”

Teboho Mafodi, 28 from Benoni in Gauteng, Alternative green building material for homes in rural areas: “I’ve got mixed emotions about leaving my home; my wife is pregnant and due to give birth in July and I am going to miss my six-year-old son. I’ve never left my business before and am usually hands-on with clients. I’m an active church member so not going to church is going to be something that I’ve not experienced in so long. However, I am excited at the same going about the chance to participate in Big Break Legacy, having new adventures and being kept on my toes. I am really looking forward to it especially learning and growing as an entrepreneur. I can’t wait.”

Thati Mashao, 28 from Polokwane, Limpopo, Heavy duty earth moving equipment and plant hire: “I am ready for the cameras, lights, action and the drama. I am looking forward to reuniting with my fellow contestants as we did meet briefly when the Top 12 were announced. The most important things I am looking forward to are the tasks that we are going to be given and the input that I’m planning to have in each and every one of them. I’m ecstatic and am ready to give this my all as I am a step closer to realising the breakthrough I’ve been longing for with my business.”

Tsepiso Makhubedu, 19 from Mbombela, Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, Publishing entrepreneurial books for children: “Being away from home for three consecutive months is nothing new as I spent the most part of 2012 living in Pretoria while studying at Tuks so I am not too anxious about that. I am thoroughly looking forward to learning from the whole experience and the other contestants. I might not know what the future holds for me in terms of Big Break Legacy but I am almost certain that I will come out a different person - in a way that will benefit me immensely.”

Zama Sibinda, 25 from Bloemfontein, Free State, Laser projection advertising: "Leaving home for three months during winter is not ideal, but the thought of coming back home with a capital injection of R5-million into my business is worth it and exciting. I feel like I have a huge responsibility to unemployed youth and young aspiring entrepreneurs in South Africa to show them that given time, space and opportunity one can make dreams come true regardless of the challenges we are facing as young entrepreneurs. This is a huge stepping stone for me and I can't wait to be part of this legacy. Let's just say I am more of a practical person and not a man of many words, nonetheless I am looking forward to the challenge and the journey with the aim of making South Africa proud."

The show’s creator and one of the judges, Ezra Ndwandwe, is delighted with the 2013 format: “It’s going to be compelling and we have some exciting revelations to make during its run. Watch this space.”

The Big Break Legacy first made its appearance on South African TV screens in February 2012. It aims to start a global revolution of entrepreneurs that build new enterprises which are innovative, exciting, sustainable and, most importantly, contribute meaningfully towards the social development of communities.

Each week, the challenges in each episode test entrepreneurs for character strength, creativity, aptitude and commercial savvy in addressing real life business challenges under time and resource constraints.

The Big Break Legacy has been made possible thanks to MTN the title sponsor, Google, GIBS, Productivity SA, Foschini, Markham, Brand SA, Chevrolet, SABC2 and the Department of Trade and Industry with support from CNBC and Independent Newspapers.

To read more about the contestants, visit www.thebigbreaklegacy.com.