Afriplex: Extolling the virtues of corporate well-being
Within the fitness and well-being market, there has been an explosion in demand for natural herb-based products in recent years. From cough and cold remedies, to vitamin supplements and slimming products, the public is increasingly turning to alternative treatments on a global basis. For source to shelf manufacturers like Afriplex, the challenge is therefore to […]
eThekwini Municipality: Achieving the Vision
The statement is ambitious the plans are bold but the eThekwini Municipality has laid down a structure that it confidently predicts will make Durban Africa’s most liveable city, where all citizens live in harmony by 2030. eThekwini has a lot to live up to by its own decree but when one casts a closer eye […]
Assmang Proprietary Limited: Meeting 21st Century global demands
Globalisation continues to play an ever-increasing role in South Africa’s economy, but within the realms of mining, it is of course nothing new. Assmang Proprietary Limited, a company incorporated in the Republic of South Africa and its joint venture and subsidiary companies, has dealt with the effects of globalisation for decades, and continues to excel. […]
Build it: The Building Materials for a Success Business
Retail success has remained a challenge across South Africa over the past year. Whilst the economic downturn has undoubtedly affected consumer spending power, some businesses have continued to perform well, enjoying growth. The SPAR Group Limited is primarily a wholesaler and distributor of goods and services to SPAR and SaveMor supermarkets, Build it building materials […]
McCormick Property Development: Heightened sophistication unlocking Africa’s potential
Twelve months ago The SA-Mag was privileged to tell the uplifting story of McCormick Property Development (MPD) and its ground-breaking construction work in isolated South African townships during the years of Apartheid. This month we revisited the company and Jason McCormick, Managing Director, shared his vision for an exciting 12 months ahead. In actual fact, […]
Stockowners Business Park: Bringing Prosperity to a Region
As an entrepreneur, building a business must give one an eminent sense of pride. To develop a project that will potentially enhance thousands of lives and bring economic prosperity to a region, leaves a far greater legacy. That is the dream of Gerald Mundell, owner and developer of the Stockowners Business Park, which is fast […]
Interpak Books: At the cusp of printing technology
Technology has played an important role in transforming many business sectors, but perhaps the printing industry has been impacted more than most. For Interpak Books (Pty) Limited, one of the best known printers in South Africa, the changes have been fully embraced by a business with a new focus. Interpak Books was launched some 48 […]
ARUP: Building a legacy through innovation
As the world looks to improve its track record on the environment, much of the onus falls on civil engineering expertise to solve problems. At Arup, innovation has long been the way forward for a global firm with a rich history and the world leading construction organisation operates with a simple mantra: “We shape a […]
Paarl Media Group: Innovation and environmental awareness equals a sustainable printing future
The future of printing has been questioned in so many quarters over the last decade, but demand continues and for some businesses, print remains a lucrative industry. Paarl Media Group has certainly shone despite the purported doom and gloom – and a series of acquisitions and a focus on environmental aspects, has made the Group […]
The Komati Basin Water Authority: The power of collaboration
Africa yields many natural riches and resources, yet for much of the Continent, that most precious of all commodities is in short supply. Water is an essential element to life and the success of businesses and economies in the future are very much going to be determined by the availability of safe water supplies. This […]