Sappi SA: Tradition and innovation the perfect blend for paper excellence
The paper industry is one that has undergone an enormous paradigm shift in recent years, as environmental considerations have taken the sector by storm. For long-established names like Sappi SA, the changes have required a shift in focus and an ability to adapt decades-old practices for modern, environmentally-friendly production. Today, Sappi is a global company […]
Aveng Limited: Building a platform for the next century
South Africa’s need for improved infrastructure is good news for civil engineering. As the country grapples with its need to upgrade transport, water and communication networks Aveng Limited has been busy helping to deliver the changes necessary to dramatically enhance the nation’s economy. Aveng’s success mirrors the demand for infrastructure development within the region and […]
Department of Public Works: Keeping up the good work
On January 15th, Mr Mziwonke Dlabantu took on the role of Director General for South Africa’s Department of Public Works. The Honourable Minister of Public Works Mr Thulas Nxesi extended a warm welcome to the incoming Mr Dlebantu, saying that he is confident his appointment will help bring stability to the Top and Senior Management […]
Planet Fitness South Africa: Creating a leaner model for the health club
The drive towards a healthier nation of South Africans has been made more competitive as a result of technology and the need to deliver value for money. At Planet Fitness, Rory Sweetlove, Managing Director, believes he is blending the right mixture of both to provide health clubs to suit all manner of pockets and needs. […]
ASA Metals (Pty) Ltd: The benefits of overseas partnership
Demand for South Africa’s natural resources has always been a draw for overseas parties. Increasingly, Chinese companies have looked to invest in South Africa in return for mining rights, often providing much needed investment and forging key partnerships. One such partnership is the joint venture between East Asia Metals Investment Co. Ltd.(EAMI) and Limpopo Economic […]
Basil Read Holdings LTD : Building the Blocks to a Nation’s Success
South Africa is going through mighty changes at present and as it enters unchartered business waters it is comforting that the nation can depend upon experienced organisations steeped in history. One such entity is Basil Read Holdings Limited, a company that has surfed the highs and lows of business and today stands proud as a […]
Cape Winelands District Municipality: Eyeing up the future
Across South Africa, municipalities have spent the past few years formulating plans to create jobs, prosperity and to alleviate poverty. Much of the work involves investing in infrastructure and attracting business to previously underutilised areas. At Cape Winelands District Municipality, the challenge is no less. The Administration is situated in close proximity to Cape Town […]
Kenya Medical Supplies Authority: Putting health at the forefront in Kenya
There can by few industries impacted by globalisation to the extent of the medical supply industry. The demand of drugs and the regulatory minefield of legislation makes this a most-demanding sector. With Kenya, much of the hard work in supplying the country with medical supplies is Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), a state corporation under […]
Cross Fire Management (Pty) Ltd: Raising fire safety standards
The last 24 years have proved a tumultuous period for John Cross, who has seen fluctuations in the fortunes of the South African economy, witnessed changes in technology and culture and survived personal hardships. Throughout that same time span he has continued to grow Cross Fire Management (Pty) Ltd into a highly successful business that […]
Bafotech (Pty) Limited: Luck of the draw
From its dining room beginnings to serving the global mining business, Bafotech (Pty) Limited continues to write its own chapters on how to succeed in business. It would be easy to suggest luck has played its part in the Bafotech story but appearances can be deceptive. True, the company was established in 1981 as Tech- […]