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Established by the Toyota Wessels Trust, the Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) is a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to the development of manufacturing executives in AfricaToyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) Established by the Toyota Wessels Trust, the Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) is a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to the development of manufacturing executives in AfricaEstablished by the Toyota Wessels Trust, the Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) is a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to the development of manufacturing executives in Africa. We are an open institution, welcoming in students from all industries and backgrounds. TWIMS’ world-class facilities and staff place it at the centre of a manufacturing community dedicated to value creation and societal transformation. The TWIMS campus is part 21st century build and associated technology, and part refurbished historical grandeur. Situated on a tranquil corner of our campus, TWIMS offers students quality, affordable accommodation, and sumptuous breakfasts in a pristine park-like environment. The staff are passionate individuals dedicated to delivering a world class experience to you. We provide formal academic courses through our partnership with Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), as well as a range of non-academic executive short courses. The GIBS Manufacturing Focused MBA This specialised MBA is Africa’s first and only to focus on the manufacturing industry. The two-year programme is comprised of a PGDip and MBA. Students who received 60% and above for the PGDip year graduate to the MBA, which comprises three core sections: 1. In-class electives 2. The Global Module 3. Research Our electives are manufacturing-specific and cover some of the most relevant topics in today’s manufacturing environment. Current MBA electives: • Future of Manufacturing • Sustainable Finance • Green Manufacturing • Inclusive Leadership • Africa Trade • Lean Supply Chain Management • Lean Operations Management The global module sees students embark on a group overseas excursion to learn how global manufacturers are tackling pertinent issues. Our partnerships with manufacturers in Asia, Africa and Europe offer students an opportunity to learn from some of the most well- respected and diverse manufacturers globally. Manufacturing Ambassador Scholarship TWIMS is acutely aware of the complex operating environment facing South African based manufacturers and acknowledges that many deserving individuals are unable to pursue the GIBS MBA (manufacturing focus) due to financial constraints. In response to this challenge, TWIMS is honoured to announce that it is now able to offer such individuals the opportunity to apply for the Manufacturing Ambassador Scholarship. As the result of a generous endowment from the Toyota South Africa Educational Trust, TWIMS will be able to fund up to 15 Manufacturing Ambassador scholarships annually. The scholarship covers 50% of tuition, textbooks, and all residency costs at TWIMS during block-release and exam periods in the PGDip year, and 70% in the MBA year. 70% of the cost of the compulsory global module is also covered. TWIMS EXECUTIVE SHORT COURSES TWIMS has developed a range of manufacturing short courses to support leadership development; the pinnacle of which are seven Executive Short Courses (ESCs) focusing on Future Manufacturing, Green Manufacturing, Lean Operations Management, Learn Supply Chain Management, Women as Manufacturing Leaders, African Industrialisation and Sustainable Finance. Future Manufacturing The Future of Manufacturing course focuses on applying a range of strategic tools to interrogate and engage with potentially highly disruptive market, social and technology forces that are re-framing the manufacturing sector’s development trajectory. Sustainable Finance The Sustainable Finance Executive Short Course explores the role of sustainable finance in transitioning organisations to becoming resilient operations. This course adds to the sustainability discourse by examining theories around investment principles, ESG, finance metrics and shareholder return timeframes. Green Manufacturing The Green Manufacturing Executive Short Course considers the pertinent issues surrounding the green economy debate and why they are critical to the manufacturing sector. Lean Operations Management The course starts with a review of the attributes of lean leadership. The underlying culture and value systems imbued within lean operations management are explored, followed by an exploration of lean execution case studies and examples from across the globe. Women as Manufacturing Leaders Manufacturing battles to attract and retain women in leadership positions. With advanced technology changing the future skills set required in the industry, manufacturers need to tap the largest talent pool possible. Research has shown that women in leadership positions can provide greater diversity of perspectives, innovation, and a more balanced approach to management. African Industrialisation The course explores the key role of African trade and industrial development for the future of South African based manufacturers; and prepares course participants to take advantage of emerging regional opportunities through the application of a selection of strategic approaches to African expansion. Lean Supply Chain Management The Lean Supply Chain Management course focuses on the leadership and operations management challenges of extending lean manufacturing capabilities through supply chains. TWIMS MASTERCLASSES New to the TWIMS curriculum, the TWIMS Master classes have been developed as the apex of our executive short courses. These one-day courses are designed to engage with critical topics within larger focus areas such as Lean Manufacturing, Green Manufacturing, Future of Manufacturing and African Trade.Full Name of Company: Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) Services / Products: Academic and non-academic courses focusing on the manufacturing sector. Date Established: 2018 OUR VISION An industrialised Africa built on world class management capabilities. OUR MISSION A prosperous Africa empowered by sustainable industrialisation. KEY PERSONNEL Executive Director: Prof. Theuns Pelser Director of Academics: Dr. Lisa Kinnear Research Manager: Luke Muller Metair Research Head: Sustainable Manufacturing and Sustainable Finance: Liesel Kassier Toyota Research Head: Lean Management: Khavitha Singh Illovo Research Head: African trade: Mbongeni Ndlovu The Foschini Group (TFG) Research Head: Future of Manufacturing: Dr. Malika Khodja Manufacturing Ambassador: Prof. Justin Barnes CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 74 Everton Road, Kloof, 3610, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Tel: +27 (0)31 767 5202 E-mail: info@twimsafrica.com Website: www.twimsafrica.comFull Name of Company: Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) Services / Products: Academic and non-academic courses focusing on the manufacturing sector. Date Established: 2018 OUR VISION An industrialised Africa built on world class management capabilities. OUR MISSION A prosperous Africa empowered by sustainable industrialisation. KEY PERSONNEL Executive Director: Prof. Theuns Pelser Director of Academics: Dr. Lisa Kinnear Research Manager: Luke Muller Metair Research Head: Sustainable Manufacturing and Sustainable Finance: Liesel Kassier Toyota Research Head: Lean Management: Khavitha Singh Illovo Research Head: African trade: Mbongeni Ndlovu The Foschini Group (TFG) Research Head: Future of Manufacturing: Dr. Malika Khodja Manufacturing Ambassador: Prof. Justin Barnes CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 74 Everton Road, Kloof, 3610, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Tel: +27 (0)31 767 5202 E-mail: info@twimsafrica.com Website: www.twimsafrica.com Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) Services / Products: Academic and non-academic courses focusing on the manufacturing sector. Date Established: 2018 OUR VISION An industrialised Africa built on world class management capabilities. OUR MISSION A prosperous Africa empowered by sustainable industrialisation. KEY PERSONNEL Executive Director: Prof. Theuns Pelser Director of Academics: Dr. Lisa Kinnear Research Manager: Luke Muller Metair Research Head: Sustainable Manufacturing and Sustainable Finance: Liesel Kassier Toyota Research Head: Lean Management: Khavitha Singh Illovo Research Head: African trade: Mbongeni Ndlovu The Foschini Group (TFG) Research Head: Future of Manufacturing: Dr. Malika Khodja Manufacturing Ambassador: Prof. Justin Barnes CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 74 Everton Road, Kloof, 3610, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Tel: +27 (0)31 767 5202 E-mail: info@twimsafrica.com Website: www.twimsafrica.com Established by the Toyota Wessels Trust, the Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) is a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to the development of manufacturing executives in Africa. We are an open institution, welcoming in students from all industries and backgrounds. TWIMS’ world-class facilities and staff place it at the centre of a manufacturing community dedicated to value creation and societal transformation. The TWIMS campus is part 21st century build and associated technology, and part refurbished historical grandeur. Situated on a tranquil corner of our campus, TWIMS offers students quality, affordable accommodation, and sumptuous breakfasts in a pristine park-like environment. The staff are passionate individuals dedicated to delivering a world class experience to you. We provide formal academic courses through our partnership with Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), as well as a range of non-academic executive short courses. The GIBS Manufacturing Focused MBA This specialised MBA is Africa’s first and only to focus on the manufacturing industry. The two-year programme is comprised of a PGDip and MBA. Students who received 60% and above for the PGDip year graduate to the MBA, which comprises three core sections: 1. In-class electives 2. The Global Module 3. Research Our electives are manufacturing-specific and cover some of the most relevant topics in today’s manufacturing environment. Current MBA electives: • Future of Manufacturing • Sustainable Finance • Green Manufacturing • Inclusive Leadership • Africa Trade • Lean Supply Chain Management • Lean Operations Management The global module sees students embark on a group overseas excursion to learn how global manufacturers are tackling pertinent issues. Our partnerships with manufacturers in Asia, Africa and Europe offer students an opportunity to learn from some of the most well- respected and diverse manufacturers globally. Manufacturing Ambassador Scholarship TWIMS is acutely aware of the complex operating environment facing South African based manufacturers and acknowledges that many deserving individuals are unable to pursue the GIBS MBA (manufacturing focus) due to financial constraints. In response to this challenge, TWIMS is honoured to announce that it is now able to offer such individuals the opportunity to apply for the Manufacturing Ambassador Scholarship. As the result of a generous endowment from the Toyota South Africa Educational Trust, TWIMS will be able to fund up to 15 Manufacturing Ambassador scholarships annually. The scholarship covers 50% of tuition, textbooks, and all residency costs at TWIMS during block-release and exam periods in the PGDip year, and 70% in the MBA year. 70% of the cost of the compulsory global module is also covered. TWIMS EXECUTIVE SHORT COURSES TWIMS has developed a range of manufacturing short courses to support leadership development; the pinnacle of which are seven Executive Short Courses (ESCs) focusing on Future Manufacturing, Green Manufacturing, Lean Operations Management, Learn Supply Chain Management, Women as Manufacturing Leaders, African Industrialisation and Sustainable Finance. Future Manufacturing The Future of Manufacturing course focuses on applying a range of strategic tools to interrogate and engage with potentially highly disruptive market, social and technology forces that are re-framing the manufacturing sector’s development trajectory. Sustainable Finance The Sustainable Finance Executive Short Course explores the role of sustainable finance in transitioning organisations to becoming resilient operations. This course adds to the sustainability discourse by examining theories around investment principles, ESG, finance metrics and shareholder return timeframes. Green Manufacturing The Green Manufacturing Executive Short Course considers the pertinent issues surrounding the green economy debate and why they are critical to the manufacturing sector. Lean Operations Management The course starts with a review of the attributes of lean leadership. The underlying culture and value systems imbued within lean operations management are explored, followed by an exploration of lean execution case studies and examples from across the globe. Women as Manufacturing Leaders Manufacturing battles to attract and retain women in leadership positions. With advanced technology changing the future skills set required in the industry, manufacturers need to tap the largest talent pool possible. Research has shown that women in leadership positions can provide greater diversity of perspectives, innovation, and a more balanced approach to management. African Industrialisation The course explores the key role of African trade and industrial development for the future of South African based manufacturers; and prepares course participants to take advantage of emerging regional opportunities through the application of a selection of strategic approaches to African expansion. Lean Supply Chain Management The Lean Supply Chain Management course focuses on the leadership and operations management challenges of extending lean manufacturing capabilities through supply chains. TWIMS MASTERCLASSES New to the TWIMS curriculum, the TWIMS Master classes have been developed as the apex of our executive short courses. These one-day courses are designed to engage with critical topics within larger focus areas such as Lean Manufacturing, Green Manufacturing, Future of Manufacturing and African Trade. More About the CEO Prof. Theuns Pelser and Dr. Lisa Kinnear Meet the CEO

Enterprise iLembe is an Economic Development Agency of the iLembe District Municipality mandated to drive economic development and promote trade and investment in the regionEnterprise iLembe Enterprise iLembe is an Economic Development Agency of the iLembe District Municipality mandated to drive economic development and promote trade and investment in the regionEnterprise iLembe is an Economic Development Agency of the iLembe District Municipality mandated to drive economic development and promote trade and investment in the region. The agency is a registered company in terms of Company’s Act of 1978 and established in terms of the Municipal Systems Act (Section 86C) and is accordingly restricted to act as a municipal entity (Systems Act: Chapter 8A & MFMA Chapter 10 & 11). The philosophy that drives Enterprise iLembe is built on global best practice principles in local economic development. “Local economic development is a participatory process where local people from all sectors work together to stimulate local commercial activity, resulting in a resilient and sustainable economy. It is a tool to help create sustainable jobs and improve the quality of life for everyone, including the poor and marginalised.” iLembe District is located on the KZN north coast and is one of the eleven district municipalities of the KwaZulu-Natal province and is also the smallest district municipality in the province, with a total population of approximately 606 000. “Being strategically located between the two major South African harbours of Durban and Richards Bay, iLembe District is located on the primary development corridor in the province of KZN. The close proximity to King Shaka International Airport and Dube TradePort also connects the district directly to both national and international markets,” said Linda Mncube, Chief Executive Officer at Enterprise iLembe Development Agency. The iLembe District municipality covers approximately 3 260 square kilometres and is divided into four local municipalities. • KwaDukuza Local Municipality • Ndwedwe Local Municipality • Mandeni Local Municipality • Maphumulo Local Municipality Economic Sectors Notwithstanding the third wave of Covid-19 infections and the recent unrest in KwaZulu-Natal, Enterprise iLembe is upbeat about its potential to draw significant economic investment into the iLembe District region. The iLembe District is well-known as a fast-developing premier lifestyle destination and as the home of innovative entrepreneurs and start-ups in tourism, agriculture, property, construction, manufacturing sectors. Renewable energy is an emerging sector that is showing great promise. The District has seen the emergence of new economic drivers in the information and communications technology sector, which creates further opportunities for inclusive growth and job creation. “We have an instrumental role in ensuring businesses and citizens of iLembe have greater access to the opportunities presented by digital technologies, especially in a global economy that is becoming increasingly digital,” commented Mncube. “We are mindful that we also have an instrumental role in ensuring businesses and citizens of iLembe have greater access to the opportunities presented by all sectors, including tourism. We will, therefore, need to find ways to grow the tourism sector in a manner that creates business and employment opportunities across the district with future projects such as the KwaShuShu Hotspring project in Maphumulo, the Nokukhanya Luthuli Street in KwaDukuza and the Sibudu Caves project in Ndwedwe,” Mncube said. He said potential travellers are urged to explore the exquisite and tranquil KZN North Coast with fun and affordable things to do. “Visitors can explore different traditional cultural experiences, animal and reptile farms, nature reserves, walking paths, beach walks and scuba diving, as well as museums, art galleries and art and craft markets.” Business Incubator Facility Enterprise iLembe has a Business Incubator Facility aimed at providing assistance for the start-up and growth stages of entrepreneurs or SMMEs in the district, assisting them with access to technical and business-related skills, necessary for the business growth process. The incubation project has the potential to enhance the viability of small businesses and strengthen local economic development, including youth focused projects that have the potential to reduce unemployment in the iLembe District. “It is essentially the one-stop shop for all business-related information, ensuring compliance with all necessary regulations and facilitating access to funding for SMMEs within the district,” said Mncube. Partnerships Mncube said Enterprise iLembe is grateful to the various sector departments as well as the iLembe family of municipalities for the support received to make the investor experience a seamless and hassle free one. “Enterprise iLembe has the critical mandate of driving and facilitating economic development and growth in the iLembe District. This mandate cannot be executed in isolation and it is, therefore, important that partnerships are developed and maintained with all players, including local municipalities, the private sector, government departments, the local community and international organisations. “We welcome local, national and international support to our iLembe District and look forward to building more collaborative partnerships with other business investors to sustain economic growth and to create business and employment opportunities,” said Mncube.Full Name of Company: iLembe Management Development Agency T/A Enterprise iLembe Nature of Business: Economic Development Agency Date Established: 2006 No. of Employees: 27 VISION To be a leading economic development agency that enables the iLembe district to be a destination of choice for investment, business and tourism. MISSION Working with business, communities and government to drive economic development in the iLembe District to ensure inclusive economic growth and job creation. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Linda Mncube Manager: Tourism, Marketing & Investment Promotion: Cheryl Peters Chief Financial Officer: Sinegugu Mthembu CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Corner Ballito Drive & Link Rd, Ballito Postal Address: P.O. Box 593, Ballito, 4420, KZN Tel: +27 (0)32 946 1256 Fax: +27 (0)32 946 3515 E-mail: info@enterpriseilembe.co.za Website: www.enterpriseilembe.co.zaFull Name of Company: iLembe Management Development Agency T/A Enterprise iLembe Nature of Business: Economic Development Agency Date Established: 2006 No. of Employees: 27 VISION To be a leading economic development agency that enables the iLembe district to be a destination of choice for investment, business and tourism. MISSION Working with business, communities and government to drive economic development in the iLembe District to ensure inclusive economic growth and job creation. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Linda Mncube Manager: Tourism, Marketing & Investment Promotion: Cheryl Peters Chief Financial Officer: Sinegugu Mthembu CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Corner Ballito Drive & Link Rd, Ballito Postal Address: P.O. Box 593, Ballito, 4420, KZN Tel: +27 (0)32 946 1256 Fax: +27 (0)32 946 3515 E-mail: info@enterpriseilembe.co.za Website: www.enterpriseilembe.co.za Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: iLembe Management Development Agency T/A Enterprise iLembe Nature of Business: Economic Development Agency Date Established: 2006 No. of Employees: 27 VISION To be a leading economic development agency that enables the iLembe district to be a destination of choice for investment, business and tourism. MISSION Working with business, communities and government to drive economic development in the iLembe District to ensure inclusive economic growth and job creation. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Linda Mncube Manager: Tourism, Marketing & Investment Promotion: Cheryl Peters Chief Financial Officer: Sinegugu Mthembu CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Corner Ballito Drive & Link Rd, Ballito Postal Address: P.O. Box 593, Ballito, 4420, KZN Tel: +27 (0)32 946 1256 Fax: +27 (0)32 946 3515 E-mail: info@enterpriseilembe.co.za Website: www.enterpriseilembe.co.za Enterprise iLembe is an Economic Development Agency of the iLembe District Municipality mandated to drive economic development and promote trade and investment in the region. The agency is a registered company in terms of Company’s Act of 1978 and established in terms of the Municipal Systems Act (Section 86C) and is accordingly restricted to act as a municipal entity (Systems Act: Chapter 8A & MFMA Chapter 10 & 11). The philosophy that drives Enterprise iLembe is built on global best practice principles in local economic development. “Local economic development is a participatory process where local people from all sectors work together to stimulate local commercial activity, resulting in a resilient and sustainable economy. It is a tool to help create sustainable jobs and improve the quality of life for everyone, including the poor and marginalised.” iLembe District is located on the KZN north coast and is one of the eleven district municipalities of the KwaZulu-Natal province and is also the smallest district municipality in the province, with a total population of approximately 606 000. “Being strategically located between the two major South African harbours of Durban and Richards Bay, iLembe District is located on the primary development corridor in the province of KZN. The close proximity to King Shaka International Airport and Dube TradePort also connects the district directly to both national and international markets,” said Linda Mncube, Chief Executive Officer at Enterprise iLembe Development Agency. The iLembe District municipality covers approximately 3 260 square kilometres and is divided into four local municipalities. • KwaDukuza Local Municipality • Ndwedwe Local Municipality • Mandeni Local Municipality • Maphumulo Local Municipality Economic Sectors Notwithstanding the third wave of Covid-19 infections and the recent unrest in KwaZulu-Natal, Enterprise iLembe is upbeat about its potential to draw significant economic investment into the iLembe District region. The iLembe District is well-known as a fast-developing premier lifestyle destination and as the home of innovative entrepreneurs and start-ups in tourism, agriculture, property, construction, manufacturing sectors. Renewable energy is an emerging sector that is showing great promise. The District has seen the emergence of new economic drivers in the information and communications technology sector, which creates further opportunities for inclusive growth and job creation. “We have an instrumental role in ensuring businesses and citizens of iLembe have greater access to the opportunities presented by digital technologies, especially in a global economy that is becoming increasingly digital,” commented Mncube. “We are mindful that we also have an instrumental role in ensuring businesses and citizens of iLembe have greater access to the opportunities presented by all sectors, including tourism. We will, therefore, need to find ways to grow the tourism sector in a manner that creates business and employment opportunities across the district with future projects such as the KwaShuShu Hotspring project in Maphumulo, the Nokukhanya Luthuli Street in KwaDukuza and the Sibudu Caves project in Ndwedwe,” Mncube said. He said potential travellers are urged to explore the exquisite and tranquil KZN North Coast with fun and affordable things to do. “Visitors can explore different traditional cultural experiences, animal and reptile farms, nature reserves, walking paths, beach walks and scuba diving, as well as museums, art galleries and art and craft markets.” Business Incubator Facility Enterprise iLembe has a Business Incubator Facility aimed at providing assistance for the start-up and growth stages of entrepreneurs or SMMEs in the district, assisting them with access to technical and business-related skills, necessary for the business growth process. The incubation project has the potential to enhance the viability of small businesses and strengthen local economic development, including youth focused projects that have the potential to reduce unemployment in the iLembe District. “It is essentially the one-stop shop for all business-related information, ensuring compliance with all necessary regulations and facilitating access to funding for SMMEs within the district,” said Mncube. Partnerships Mncube said Enterprise iLembe is grateful to the various sector departments as well as the iLembe family of municipalities for the support received to make the investor experience a seamless and hassle free one. “Enterprise iLembe has the critical mandate of driving and facilitating economic development and growth in the iLembe District. This mandate cannot be executed in isolation and it is, therefore, important that partnerships are developed and maintained with all players, including local municipalities, the private sector, government departments, the local community and international organisations. “We welcome local, national and international support to our iLembe District and look forward to building more collaborative partnerships with other business investors to sustain economic growth and to create business and employment opportunities,” said Mncube. More About the CEO CEO: Linda Mncube Meet the CEO

Inspired Financial Management Solutions (PTY) Ltd is a 100% black female owner managed business based in Pietermaritzburg that focuses on providing practical financial management solutions Inspired Financial Management SolutionsInspired Financial Management Solutions (PTY) Ltd is a 100% black female owner managed business based in Pietermaritzburg that focuses on providing practical financial management solutions Inspired Financial Management Solutions (PTY) Ltd is a 100% black female owner managed business based in Pietermaritzburg that focuses on providing practical financial management solutions to the public sector in the country. The company has been established in November 2018, with a vision to empower the public sector with financial management skills and contribute to positive change in the sector. The company is led by Kashnee Sewnarain (CA) SA a qualified chartered accountant who holds 19 years of professional experience in supporting the public sector in financial management matters, including the provision of technical accounting training. She is currently an active committee member as follows: • Public Sector Committee - SAICA Eastern Region • Regional Council Committee - SAICA Eastern Region • Audit and Performance Committee – Umlalazi Municipality • Public Sector Accounting Forum – Accounting Standards Board In addition, the business has access to specialist resources including infrastructure engineers, supply chain management experts, valuation specialists and software specialists. SERVICES RENDERED Inspired Financial Management Services is strategically positioned to provide financial management support to departments, municipalities, municipal entities and public entities. A summary of its key services offered is indicated below. Asset Management Effective asset management, including accounting for assets, remains to be a challenge for many public sector organisations. They have the necessary specialist experience and require resources to assist you in the implementation of asset management systems and the review of functionality and modification in accordance with best practice processes and policy and procedures. Financial Management Solutions & Audit Readiness They understand the need to obtain clean audit opinions and they have the skill and expertise to provide solutions to the public sector to achieve this. Their approach will be tailored to the client needs and focused on addressing prior year audit qualification and disclaimer matters. They are further able to assist in implementation of processes to enable clients to maintain improved audit opinions. Critical to improving audit opinions, is ensuring that the configuration and parameters on the financial management software systems are setup to transact in accordance with GRAP and mSCOA requirements. The review of integration between sub-systems and core financial systems, and the need to automate processes performed manually is necessary to reduce misallocations and improve the quality and reliability of transactional data. Central to their approach, is a focused capacity building and development strategy that enables effective skills transfer to officials in a sustainable manner. Their capacity building programme is focused on both a classroom style foundational approach as well as a hands-on practical training solution, to enable all officials to perform their tasks effectively, without reliance on consultants in the future. Financial Statement Preparation & Review Inspired Financial Management Solutions is able to assist in the preparation of annual and interim financial statements in accordance with accounting frameworks and legislation requirements, together with supporting documentation and working papers. They are further able to review the interim and annual financial statements to ensure compliance with the accounting framework requirements. They further assist with preparation of the annual financial statements using CaseWare and fully understand the mSCOA requirements as per the National Treasury mSCOA template, for implementation. Technical training & capacity development Staying abreast of the recent changes in accounting standards for the public sector can be daunting for many organisations. They ensure that they are up to date with the latest changes in accounting standards and their approach to implementation of these changes involves both classroom training and one-on-one coaching, in order to build knowledge for life within their clients. Municipal Standard Chart Of Accounts (mSCOA) All municipalities and related municipal entities were required to transact in compliance with the mSCOA Regulations from 1 July 2017. The mSCOA implementation remains a challenge for municipalities, particularly in ensuring accurate transactional data and reporting. Policies & Procedures Process implementation is key to ensuring effective financial management within any organisation. They are able to assist in the development/review of financial management policies and procedures, including process reviews and implementation, aligned to financial management frameworks and best practice. Revenue & Cash Flow Management Effective cash flow management is critical to service delivery within the public sector. They are able to review the current collection model for revenue, including the accuracy and completeness of billing, and the management of water and electricity losses through the use of accountants and specialist engineers.Full Name of Company: Inspired Financial Management Solutions Nature of Business: Training and Financial Management Support to the Public Sector Services / Products: Asset management, financial management solutions & audit readiness, technical training & capacity development, Municipal Standard Chart of Accounts (mSCOA,) policies and procedures, revenue & cash flow management Date Established: 2018 Customer Base Public sector No. of Employees: 11 B-BBEE Status: B-BBEE Level 1 Contributor: 135% procurement recognition VISION We aim to enable effective change in financial management within the public sector, by BUILDING KNOWLEDGE FOR LIFE within our clients. OUR MISSION We strive to provide quality specialist services where our value can be measured by our clients. KEY PERSONNEL Manging Director and Technical Specialist: Kashnee Sewnarain (CA) SA Consulting Manager: Shiraaz Patel (AGA) SA Senior Consultant: Budget and AFS: Ntombizodwa Mthembu Senior Consultant: Budget and AFS Busisiwe Msebi (AGA) SA Operations Manager: Rajen Pillay CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: Hilltops House, Hilltops Office Park, 73 Villiers Drive, Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 342 4561 Cell: +27 (0)82 041 0300 E-mail: kashnee@inspiredfms.co.za / rajen@inspiredfms.co.za Website: www.inspiredfms.co.zaFull Name of Company: Inspired Financial Management Solutions Nature of Business: Training and Financial Management Support to the Public Sector Services / Products: Asset management, financial management solutions & audit readiness, technical training & capacity development, Municipal Standard Chart of Accounts (mSCOA,) policies and procedures, revenue & cash flow management Date Established: 2018 Customer Base Public sector No. of Employees: 11 B-BBEE Status: B-BBEE Level 1 Contributor: 135% procurement recognition VISION We aim to enable effective change in financial management within the public sector, by BUILDING KNOWLEDGE FOR LIFE within our clients. OUR MISSION We strive to provide quality specialist services where our value can be measured by our clients. KEY PERSONNEL Manging Director and Technical Specialist: Kashnee Sewnarain (CA) SA Consulting Manager: Shiraaz Patel (AGA) SA Senior Consultant: Budget and AFS: Ntombizodwa Mthembu Senior Consultant: Budget and AFS Busisiwe Msebi (AGA) SA Operations Manager: Rajen Pillay CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: Hilltops House, Hilltops Office Park, 73 Villiers Drive, Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 342 4561 Cell: +27 (0)82 041 0300 E-mail: kashnee@inspiredfms.co.za / rajen@inspiredfms.co.za Website: www.inspiredfms.co.za Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: Inspired Financial Management Solutions Nature of Business: Training and Financial Management Support to the Public Sector Services / Products: Asset management, financial management solutions & audit readiness, technical training & capacity development, Municipal Standard Chart of Accounts (mSCOA,) policies and procedures, revenue & cash flow management Date Established: 2018 Customer Base Public sector No. of Employees: 11 B-BBEE Status: B-BBEE Level 1 Contributor: 135% procurement recognition VISION We aim to enable effective change in financial management within the public sector, by BUILDING KNOWLEDGE FOR LIFE within our clients. OUR MISSION We strive to provide quality specialist services where our value can be measured by our clients. KEY PERSONNEL Manging Director and Technical Specialist: Kashnee Sewnarain (CA) SA Consulting Manager: Shiraaz Patel (AGA) SA Senior Consultant: Budget and AFS: Ntombizodwa Mthembu Senior Consultant: Budget and AFS Busisiwe Msebi (AGA) SA Operations Manager: Rajen Pillay CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: Hilltops House, Hilltops Office Park, 73 Villiers Drive, Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Tel: +27 (0)33 342 4561 Cell: +27 (0)82 041 0300 E-mail: kashnee@inspiredfms.co.za / rajen@inspiredfms.co.za Website: www.inspiredfms.co.za Inspired Financial Management Solutions (PTY) Ltd is a 100% black female owner managed business based in Pietermaritzburg that focuses on providing practical financial management solutions to the public sector in the country. The company has been established in November 2018, with a vision to empower the public sector with financial management skills and contribute to positive change in the sector. The company is led by Kashnee Sewnarain (CA) SA a qualified chartered accountant who holds 19 years of professional experience in supporting the public sector in financial management matters, including the provision of technical accounting training. She is currently an active committee member as follows: • Public Sector Committee - SAICA Eastern Region • Regional Council Committee - SAICA Eastern Region • Audit and Performance Committee – Umlalazi Municipality • Public Sector Accounting Forum – Accounting Standards Board In addition, the business has access to specialist resources including infrastructure engineers, supply chain management experts, valuation specialists and software specialists. SERVICES RENDERED Inspired Financial Management Services is strategically positioned to provide financial management support to departments, municipalities, municipal entities and public entities. A summary of its key services offered is indicated below. Asset Management Effective asset management, including accounting for assets, remains to be a challenge for many public sector organisations. They have the necessary specialist experience and require resources to assist you in the implementation of asset management systems and the review of functionality and modification in accordance with best practice processes and policy and procedures. Financial Management Solutions & Audit Readiness They understand the need to obtain clean audit opinions and they have the skill and expertise to provide solutions to the public sector to achieve this. Their approach will be tailored to the client needs and focused on addressing prior year audit qualification and disclaimer matters. They are further able to assist in implementation of processes to enable clients to maintain improved audit opinions. Critical to improving audit opinions, is ensuring that the configuration and parameters on the financial management software systems are setup to transact in accordance with GRAP and mSCOA requirements. The review of integration between sub-systems and core financial systems, and the need to automate processes performed manually is necessary to reduce misallocations and improve the quality and reliability of transactional data. Central to their approach, is a focused capacity building and development strategy that enables effective skills transfer to officials in a sustainable manner. Their capacity building programme is focused on both a classroom style foundational approach as well as a hands-on practical training solution, to enable all officials to perform their tasks effectively, without reliance on consultants in the future. Financial Statement Preparation & Review Inspired Financial Management Solutions is able to assist in the preparation of annual and interim financial statements in accordance with accounting frameworks and legislation requirements, together with supporting documentation and working papers. They are further able to review the interim and annual financial statements to ensure compliance with the accounting framework requirements. They further assist with preparation of the annual financial statements using CaseWare and fully understand the mSCOA requirements as per the National Treasury mSCOA template, for implementation. Technical training & capacity development Staying abreast of the recent changes in accounting standards for the public sector can be daunting for many organisations. They ensure that they are up to date with the latest changes in accounting standards and their approach to implementation of these changes involves both classroom training and one-on-one coaching, in order to build knowledge for life within their clients. Municipal Standard Chart Of Accounts (mSCOA) All municipalities and related municipal entities were required to transact in compliance with the mSCOA Regulations from 1 July 2017. The mSCOA implementation remains a challenge for municipalities, particularly in ensuring accurate transactional data and reporting. Policies & Procedures Process implementation is key to ensuring effective financial management within any organisation. They are able to assist in the development/review of financial management policies and procedures, including process reviews and implementation, aligned to financial management frameworks and best practice. Revenue & Cash Flow Management Effective cash flow management is critical to service delivery within the public sector. They are able to review the current collection model for revenue, including the accuracy and completeness of billing, and the management of water and electricity losses through the use of accountants and specialist engineers. More About the CEO Kashnee Sewnarain Meet the CEO

Providing guidance, information and expertise across the whole project lifecycle. GeoAfrika draws on the skills of experienced professional teams working across surveying, land information systems, legal services and property managementGeoAfrikaProviding guidance, information and expertise across the whole project lifecycle. GeoAfrika draws on the skills of experienced professional teams working across surveying, land information systems, legal services and property managementProviding guidance, information and expertise across the whole project lifecycle. GeoAfrika draws on the skills of experienced professional teams working across surveying, land information systems, legal services and property management. The core service offerings include the valuation of property, acquisition of development rights, surveying in all of its forms, sales administration, development management, conveyancing, GIS mapping services and environmental assessments. With this comprehensive offering, GeoAfrika is able to work with clients, and add value, across the entire development process. This holistic view helps to reduce risk, cost and uncertainty for clients. Working as a collaborative team, GeoAfrika is able to build unique solutions for each project, and their secure, consolidated information system means they’re best able to harness the power of clients’ data through customised digital tools. GeoAfrika currently consists of four primary divisions: • Surveys - Providing accurate spatial data and survey management services across all aspects of the built environment. • Technologies - Enabling better decision-making in the built-environment through smart information systems. • Property Management - Ensuring seamless administration and maintenance, as well as enhanced facility performance, through customised building management solutions. • Legal* - Pioneers in development, planning and environmental law with expertise in the land-legal sector. *Enacted through the group’s attorneys HSG Incorporated. “I think we, as a group, can be very proud that the work we do fundamentally improves someone’s life,” says former GeoAfrika CEO Peter Hoffman. “We really do believe we can bring any project to fruition and make a difference in people’s lives.” Transformation There is a strong focus on transformation, and they take great pride in being the most transformed surveying company in South Africa, and not just the largest. GeoAfrika has provided bursaries to young, black land surveying students for more than 30 years, and also offers new graduates the opportunity to complete their articles at GeoAfrika. This created transformation long before it was a B-BBEE imperative, and has formed the basis for a strong, diversified professional team. Clients The company has an impressive list of clients, including Transnet, Tongaat Hulett, SANRAL, eThekwini Municipality, Eskom, Illovo, Daimler, Leisure Club, AECOM and the Department of Human Settlements, among others. Services Include: Surveys GeoAfrika Surveys specialises in the efficient capture, analysis and representation of spatial data for use throughout the development process. With a core focus on land rights and management, the division has also developed focused, specialised expertise in technical fields like engineering surveying, laser scanning and drone services. GeoAfrika Surveys is experienced at both large-scale infrastructure projects and smallerscale developments, and is a Level 1 B-BBEE Service Provider. • Sectional title surveys • Development management • Topographical surveys • Construction supervisory surveys • Engineering survey consulting • Laser scanning • Mobile mapping • Drone services Technologies GeoAfrika Technologies is a leading Geographic Information System (GIS) company with a focus on both geospatial solutions and app development. Having completed several hundred GIS projects over the past two decades, the team has invaluable experience across sectors including property development, transportation, water, health, economic development, development planning and housing. • Software and system development • GIS consulting and enterprise GIS implementation • Mass data capture (field and office), conversion and analysis ƒ GIS training • GIS web development and system hosting • Land audit, valuation and asset registers • Mobile app development Property GeoAfrika Property Management extends the group’s expertise in built environment services into the areas of facility and property management. The division’s offering encompasses everything related to the running of properties to ensure the client’s investment is maintained and maximised over time. With experience from largescale regional buildings to private townhouse units, GeoAfrika Property Management is able to customise solutions based on individual client requirements, all through an innovative digital platform. • Facility management • Property management • Space management • Asset management • Managing Agents • Accounting services Legal As the GeoAfrika group’s attorneys, HSG provides focused legal solutions throughout the development process. Established in 1990, the firm was the first specialist environmental law company in the country and has extensive experience in the land-legal sector. Operating closely alongside the GeoAfrika team, HSG is able to provide seamless legal support as needed, which makes the entire process more efficient for clients. • General conveyancing • Project-related conveyancing • Property law • Planning law • Land-legal solutions • Land tenure resolutions • Notarial practice • Environmental law • Property management • Commercial law • Property-related litigation Full Name of Company: GeoAfrika Nature of Business: Built environment professionals Services / Products: Surveys, technology, GIS, facility management and legal planning Customer Base: State owned companies, local and national government, property development companies, consulting engineers No. of Employees: 300 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Mr Raleigh Maesela CEO: Peter Hoffmann CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 15 Acacia Ave, Grayleigh, Westville, 3630 Tel: +27 (0)87 941 6879 E-mail: info@geoafrika.co.za Website: www.geoafrika.co.za Branches: Durban and Centurion PETER HOFFMANN, together with his late partner, John Manning, has built one of the largest land surveying companies in Africa, but is clear that he doesn't measure success in financial terms. "The work we do gives people a better life, and that inspires me daily," says Peter. Peter was led into land surveying by a chance encounter. "When I was about 16, I went with my dad to take the family car for a service and got chatting to someone working there. She introduced me to her son, who was a partner in a land surveying company, and before long I was spending my holidays working there and decided this was for me." Peter went on to study a BSc in land surveying and began working in Johannesburg. He was fortunate to get involved in major projects early in his career, one of which was the upgrading of the national road network - the Western Bypass project in Johannesburg. "I was doing my articles with John Manning, and the day I was admitted as a professional land surveyor, John offered me a partnership." He worked as a land surveyor for several years, while also studying part-time. First, he qualified as a town planner and then completed a law degree through UNISA. Peter had identified that diversification was the key to growth. Their company had developed significant project management skills, and they began to build a network of professional teams that were to become the foundation of the GeoAfrika Group. This diversification extended to Peter's own development. He moved increasingly into development, planning and policy writing, where he combined his legal knowledge with his survey expertise, with legal work gradually becoming his primary interest. Peter has a strong belief in the value that his profession and his company brings to South Africa. "The work we do has a positive impact on people, communities and the country. This is true for all aspects of our work; surveying, planning or legal. From a corporate perspective, Peter's vision is to provide a sustainable environment for young professionals to build a career. He points out that most of the industry is made up of small businesses, while GeoAfrika is a large practice, with a footprint across South Africa and throughout the continent. "From the outset in the 80s, we decided to offer bursaries to young, black land surveying students, and we create opportunities for new graduates to do articles with us. This has helped us to build up a loyal team of good, professional surveyors. The company now employs more surveyors than the large SOCs and we have created an environment to retain them. This is where they have built their careers, and this is where they want to be." The company works hard to create and maintain a strong value system in the business and Peter is clear that ethics and integrity form the basis of their culture. "I introduced an orientation programme for our new articled surveyors, and I always tell them it's okay to make mistakes. In fact, we expect it; it's the only way to learn. As professional surveyors, however, we are servants of the community at large and we must never compromise our integrity. So, if they make a mistake on a survey, they just have to admit it, so they do not generally make the same mistakes again." When asked what advice he'd offer people joining the industry, he notes that in every job, there is routine work, ups and downs, and sometimes even boredom, and it helps to do what matters to you. For Peter, success is not measured in terms of money, but in balancing work and his personal and spiritual life. A committed Christian, he attributes his success to God and when he's not spending time with his wife and family, he's a keen cyclist.Full Name of Company: GeoAfrika Nature of Business: Built environment professionals Services / Products: Surveys, technology, GIS, facility management and legal planning Customer Base: State owned companies, local and national government, property development companies, consulting engineers No. of Employees: 300 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Mr Raleigh Maesela CEO: Peter Hoffmann CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 15 Acacia Ave, Grayleigh, Westville, 3630 Tel: +27 (0)87 941 6879 E-mail: info@geoafrika.co.za Website: www.geoafrika.co.za Branches: Durban and Centurion Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: GeoAfrika Nature of Business: Built environment professionals Services / Products: Surveys, technology, GIS, facility management and legal planning Customer Base: State owned companies, local and national government, property development companies, consulting engineers No. of Employees: 300 KEY PERSONNEL Chairman: Mr Raleigh Maesela CEO: Peter Hoffmann CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 15 Acacia Ave, Grayleigh, Westville, 3630 Tel: +27 (0)87 941 6879 E-mail: info@geoafrika.co.za Website: www.geoafrika.co.za Branches: Durban and Centurion Providing guidance, information and expertise across the whole project lifecycle. GeoAfrika draws on the skills of experienced professional teams working across surveying, land information systems, legal services and property management. The core service offerings include the valuation of property, acquisition of development rights, surveying in all of its forms, sales administration, development management, conveyancing, GIS mapping services and environmental assessments. With this comprehensive offering, GeoAfrika is able to work with clients, and add value, across the entire development process. This holistic view helps to reduce risk, cost and uncertainty for clients. Working as a collaborative team, GeoAfrika is able to build unique solutions for each project, and their secure, consolidated information system means they’re best able to harness the power of clients’ data through customised digital tools. GeoAfrika currently consists of four primary divisions: • Surveys - Providing accurate spatial data and survey management services across all aspects of the built environment. • Technologies - Enabling better decision-making in the built-environment through smart information systems. • Property Management - Ensuring seamless administration and maintenance, as well as enhanced facility performance, through customised building management solutions. • Legal* - Pioneers in development, planning and environmental law with expertise in the land-legal sector. *Enacted through the group’s attorneys HSG Incorporated. “I think we, as a group, can be very proud that the work we do fundamentally improves someone’s life,” says former GeoAfrika CEO Peter Hoffman. “We really do believe we can bring any project to fruition and make a difference in people’s lives.” Transformation There is a strong focus on transformation, and they take great pride in being the most transformed surveying company in South Africa, and not just the largest. GeoAfrika has provided bursaries to young, black land surveying students for more than 30 years, and also offers new graduates the opportunity to complete their articles at GeoAfrika. This created transformation long before it was a B-BBEE imperative, and has formed the basis for a strong, diversified professional team. Clients The company has an impressive list of clients, including Transnet, Tongaat Hulett, SANRAL, eThekwini Municipality, Eskom, Illovo, Daimler, Leisure Club, AECOM and the Department of Human Settlements, among others. Services Include: Surveys GeoAfrika Surveys specialises in the efficient capture, analysis and representation of spatial data for use throughout the development process. With a core focus on land rights and management, the division has also developed focused, specialised expertise in technical fields like engineering surveying, laser scanning and drone services. GeoAfrika Surveys is experienced at both large-scale infrastructure projects and smallerscale developments, and is a Level 1 B-BBEE Service Provider. • Sectional title surveys • Development management • Topographical surveys • Construction supervisory surveys • Engineering survey consulting • Laser scanning • Mobile mapping • Drone services Technologies GeoAfrika Technologies is a leading Geographic Information System (GIS) company with a focus on both geospatial solutions and app development. Having completed several hundred GIS projects over the past two decades, the team has invaluable experience across sectors including property development, transportation, water, health, economic development, development planning and housing. • Software and system development • GIS consulting and enterprise GIS implementation • Mass data capture (field and office), conversion and analysis ƒ GIS training • GIS web development and system hosting • Land audit, valuation and asset registers • Mobile app development Property GeoAfrika Property Management extends the group’s expertise in built environment services into the areas of facility and property management. The division’s offering encompasses everything related to the running of properties to ensure the client’s investment is maintained and maximised over time. With experience from largescale regional buildings to private townhouse units, GeoAfrika Property Management is able to customise solutions based on individual client requirements, all through an innovative digital platform. • Facility management • Property management • Space management • Asset management • Managing Agents • Accounting services Legal As the GeoAfrika group’s attorneys, HSG provides focused legal solutions throughout the development process. Established in 1990, the firm was the first specialist environmental law company in the country and has extensive experience in the land-legal sector. Operating closely alongside the GeoAfrika team, HSG is able to provide seamless legal support as needed, which makes the entire process more efficient for clients. • General conveyancing • Project-related conveyancing • Property law • Planning law • Land-legal solutions • Land tenure resolutions • Notarial practice • Environmental law • Property management • Commercial law • Property-related litigation More About the CEO Raleigh Maesela and Peter Hoffmann Meet the CEO

Independent Media is KZN’s most influential publishing groupIndependent Media Independent Media is KZN’s most influential publishing groupIndependent Media is KZN’s most influential publishing group. From its Greyville, Durban, premises the company prints and publishes eight of its own titles reaching approximately three million readers in the region. In addition, regional copies of national publications and other commercial printing contracts are undertaken, keeping the company’s presses rolling virtually 24/7. The fleet of presses now include the company’s brand-new KBA, which has high quality and other commercial capabilities, that was commissioned in 2021. An extensive, time-pressured operation distributes newspapers all over the province − from Durban’s suburbs to far-flung rural northern KZN, into the Midlands, down the South Coast and into the Eastern Cape. Over 300 000 newspapers are delivered to subscribers’ doorsteps every week, while thousands of outlets, ranging from large supermarkets to small tuckshops, are stocked at least once a day. Many readers still buy ‘on the go’ from our network of street sellers. What’s more, the company has been making great strides in keeping up with the digital revolution that continues to shake up the industry globally. The Independent on Line (IOL) has grown into one of South Africa’s premier digital content publishers within a few years. Different Titles for Different Reader Needs Independent Media reflects and provides a platform for its diverse readership communities – ranging from the readers of English daily titles, the business and professional-targeting The Mercury and the people-oriented Daily News, to the country’s leading vernacular publication, Isolezwe and the niche Indian community newspaper, POST. KZN’s stalwart publication, The Mercury, is approaching its 170th anniversary. Today this household publication is a mix of breaking news and features, delivered crisply for the morning reader. Business Report keeps readers abreast of national and international market news and trends. The Daily News first began publishing in 1878, as the Natal Mercantile Advertiser, based in West Street. With a more people-oriented approach than The Mercury, the title engages readers on a wide range of issues and interests, including entertainment, motoring, Bollywood and racing. The isiZulu daily, Isolezwe, is a publishing success story. Launched in April 2002, the title quickly built up a daily loyal readership of over one million. In contrast to existing isiZulu titles, Isolezwe is indeed the ‘eye of the nation’, sharing new as well as familiar experiences with readers. Hard news and issues of interest to the modern Zulu market in KZN as well as in parts of Gauteng are covered − everything from personal finance, health, motoring, entertainment, sport, politics, opinion, a topical cartoon, book reviews and people profiles can be found in Isolezwe. In 2008, Isolezwe launched a sister title, Isolezwe ngeSonto, which appears on a Sunday and is very popular. This was soon followed by record breaking Isolezwe ngoMgqibelo, which appears on Saturdays, and the weekly Isolezwe lesiXhosa, for Xhosa-speaking readers in the Eastern Cape. The stable of Isolezwe publications reach in excess of three million readers every week. POST is a unique weekly publication. In the market since 1945, POST is the ‘voice and heart’ of the Indian community, keeping readers in touch with religious and cultural happenings but also including content for young readers. Most loved content includes recipes, humorous columns, sports updates and profiles, business news as well as hard news and issues of interest to the Indian community. The Sunday Tribune is Independent Media KZN’s regional newspaper with national stature. It is the preferred Sunday read for eThekwini Metro residents, and many in KZN. Breaking news and tackling topical issues, the Sunday Tribune also covers business and careers, entertainment, travel and lifestyle trends, and property. The Independent on Saturday is a punchy, up-market weekend read with interesting features, and great ideas on how to best spend weekend leisure time. The title’s personal finance section keeps readers in the know about wise − and not so wise – investments and financial options. Independent online (IOL) is one of South Africa’s premier digital content publishers. Boasting an unprecedented stable of more than 15 quality newspapers – including the KwaZulu-Natal titles – the IOL portal provides breaking news from South Africa and the rest of Africa, news features and specialised digital content using a multi-platform publishing strategy. Part of the Community Contributing to the community is an important part of independent Media’s ethos. Falling within the marketing portfolio, a small team drives a range of community projects. The Mercury Hibberdene Children’s Holiday Home provides indigent children and orphans with holidays by the sea. Each school holiday sees at least one, and sometimes two, groups of 150 children holidaying at the home, experiencing the opportunity of a lifetime. For over 60 years the Daily News Milk Fund has been providing milk powder to thousands of needy children in KZN. Donations from members of the public, Independent Media staff and various companies make it possible for The Fund to supply and distribute milk to nearly 5000 pre-schoolers every school day. Supporting educational initiatives is a cornerstone of Independent Media’s Community Projects programme. This includes the annual support to pre-schools, homework centres and places of safety. The company provides bursaries to needy pupils and adults are enabled to enrol for various ABET and matric rewriting classes. The company’s community outreach also extends to various health care projects, including the support for the HIV/Aids sufferers and several health organisations.Full Name of Company: Independent Media (Pty) Ltd (KwaZulu-Natal) Nature of Business: Media publishers, printers and distributors Bankers: Standard Bank Auditors: Grant Thornton KEY PERSONNEL Executive Chairman: Dr Iqbal Survé Head of Direct Sales: Samantha Naidoo Head of Studio Independent: Vasantha Angamuthu Head of National Sales: Agnes Peter Head of Marketing: Lutfia Vayej CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 18 Osborne Street, Greyville, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 47549, Greyville, 4023 Tel: +27 (0)31 308 2911 Website: www.independentmedia.co.zaFull Name of Company: Independent Media (Pty) Ltd (KwaZulu-Natal) Nature of Business: Media publishers, printers and distributors Bankers: Standard Bank Auditors: Grant Thornton KEY PERSONNEL Executive Chairman: Dr Iqbal Survé Head of Direct Sales: Samantha Naidoo Head of Studio Independent: Vasantha Angamuthu Head of National Sales: Agnes Peter Head of Marketing: Lutfia Vayej CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 18 Osborne Street, Greyville, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 47549, Greyville, 4023 Tel: +27 (0)31 308 2911 Website: www.independentmedia.co.za Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: Independent Media (Pty) Ltd (KwaZulu-Natal) Nature of Business: Media publishers, printers and distributors Bankers: Standard Bank Auditors: Grant Thornton KEY PERSONNEL Executive Chairman: Dr Iqbal Survé Head of Direct Sales: Samantha Naidoo Head of Studio Independent: Vasantha Angamuthu Head of National Sales: Agnes Peter Head of Marketing: Lutfia Vayej CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 18 Osborne Street, Greyville, Durban Postal Address: P.O. Box 47549, Greyville, 4023 Tel: +27 (0)31 308 2911 Website: www.independentmedia.co.za Independent Media is KZN’s most influential publishing group. From its Greyville, Durban, premises the company prints and publishes eight of its own titles reaching approximately three million readers in the region. In addition, regional copies of national publications and other commercial printing contracts are undertaken, keeping the company’s presses rolling virtually 24/7. The fleet of presses now include the company’s brand-new KBA, which has high quality and other commercial capabilities, that was commissioned in 2021. An extensive, time-pressured operation distributes newspapers all over the province − from Durban’s suburbs to far-flung rural northern KZN, into the Midlands, down the South Coast and into the Eastern Cape. Over 300 000 newspapers are delivered to subscribers’ doorsteps every week, while thousands of outlets, ranging from large supermarkets to small tuckshops, are stocked at least once a day. Many readers still buy ‘on the go’ from our network of street sellers. What’s more, the company has been making great strides in keeping up with the digital revolution that continues to shake up the industry globally. The Independent on Line (IOL) has grown into one of South Africa’s premier digital content publishers within a few years. Different Titles for Different Reader Needs Independent Media reflects and provides a platform for its diverse readership communities – ranging from the readers of English daily titles, the business and professional-targeting The Mercury and the people-oriented Daily News, to the country’s leading vernacular publication, Isolezwe and the niche Indian community newspaper, POST. KZN’s stalwart publication, The Mercury, is approaching its 170th anniversary. Today this household publication is a mix of breaking news and features, delivered crisply for the morning reader. Business Report keeps readers abreast of national and international market news and trends. The Daily News first began publishing in 1878, as the Natal Mercantile Advertiser, based in West Street. With a more people-oriented approach than The Mercury, the title engages readers on a wide range of issues and interests, including entertainment, motoring, Bollywood and racing. The isiZulu daily, Isolezwe, is a publishing success story. Launched in April 2002, the title quickly built up a daily loyal readership of over one million. In contrast to existing isiZulu titles, Isolezwe is indeed the ‘eye of the nation’, sharing new as well as familiar experiences with readers. Hard news and issues of interest to the modern Zulu market in KZN as well as in parts of Gauteng are covered − everything from personal finance, health, motoring, entertainment, sport, politics, opinion, a topical cartoon, book reviews and people profiles can be found in Isolezwe. In 2008, Isolezwe launched a sister title, Isolezwe ngeSonto, which appears on a Sunday and is very popular. This was soon followed by record breaking Isolezwe ngoMgqibelo, which appears on Saturdays, and the weekly Isolezwe lesiXhosa, for Xhosa-speaking readers in the Eastern Cape. The stable of Isolezwe publications reach in excess of three million readers every week. POST is a unique weekly publication. In the market since 1945, POST is the ‘voice and heart’ of the Indian community, keeping readers in touch with religious and cultural happenings but also including content for young readers. Most loved content includes recipes, humorous columns, sports updates and profiles, business news as well as hard news and issues of interest to the Indian community. The Sunday Tribune is Independent Media KZN’s regional newspaper with national stature. It is the preferred Sunday read for eThekwini Metro residents, and many in KZN. Breaking news and tackling topical issues, the Sunday Tribune also covers business and careers, entertainment, travel and lifestyle trends, and property. The Independent on Saturday is a punchy, up-market weekend read with interesting features, and great ideas on how to best spend weekend leisure time. The title’s personal finance section keeps readers in the know about wise − and not so wise – investments and financial options. Independent online (IOL) is one of South Africa’s premier digital content publishers. Boasting an unprecedented stable of more than 15 quality newspapers – including the KwaZulu-Natal titles – the IOL portal provides breaking news from South Africa and the rest of Africa, news features and specialised digital content using a multi-platform publishing strategy. Part of the Community Contributing to the community is an important part of independent Media’s ethos. Falling within the marketing portfolio, a small team drives a range of community projects. The Mercury Hibberdene Children’s Holiday Home provides indigent children and orphans with holidays by the sea. Each school holiday sees at least one, and sometimes two, groups of 150 children holidaying at the home, experiencing the opportunity of a lifetime. For over 60 years the Daily News Milk Fund has been providing milk powder to thousands of needy children in KZN. Donations from members of the public, Independent Media staff and various companies make it possible for The Fund to supply and distribute milk to nearly 5000 pre-schoolers every school day. Supporting educational initiatives is a cornerstone of Independent Media’s Community Projects programme. This includes the annual support to pre-schools, homework centres and places of safety. The company provides bursaries to needy pupils and adults are enabled to enrol for various ABET and matric rewriting classes. The company’s community outreach also extends to various health care projects, including the support for the HIV/Aids sufferers and several health organisations. More About the CEO Dr Iqbal Survé Meet the CEO

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Whether it's developing intelligent automation systems, optimizing business processes, or designing immersive user experiences, Asante Solutions is at the forefront of delivering transformative technology solutions. The team of skilled professionals collaborates closely with clients to understand their specific requirements, ensuring that each solution is meticulously crafted to maximize efficiency, productivity, and growth. By combining cutting-edge technologies with deep industry expertise, Asante Solutions empowers businesses to embrace digital transformation and unlock new possibilities. The dedication to providing personalized, reliable, and scalable solutions has earned Asante Solutions a reputation as a trusted partner in the ever-evolving technology landscape.Get In Touch With Us Tel: 072 302 3655 Email: hello@asantesolutions.co.za Address: Park Square, Umhlanga, DurbanGet In Touch With Us Tel: 072 302 3655 Email: hello@asantesolutions.co.za Address: Park Square, Umhlanga, Durban Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Get In Touch With Us Tel: 072 302 3655 Email: hello@asantesolutions.co.za Address: Park Square, Umhlanga, Durban A leading provider of digital marketing and technology solutions that specializes in cutting-edge creativity and brand engineering. We are dedicated to transforming businesses like yours establish a strong online presence, leverage data analytics to better engage their target audience, and drive exceptional growth results. With our innovative strategies and relentless pursuit of creative excellence, we are here to revolutionize your brand's trajectory. Who We Are At Asante Solutions, we are a team of passionate experts who thrive on pushing the boundaries of digital marketing, data anayltics and brand engineering. Our diverse backgrounds in design, technology, and marketing allow us to approach every project with a unique perspective and deliver tailor-made solutions that elevate your brand's impact. We take pride in our ability to combine cutting-edge creativity with strategic brand engineering, resulting in a powerful and memorable brand presence for our clients. What Sets Us Apart? 1. Cutting-Edge Creativity: Creativity is our driving force. We believe that in the fast-paced digital world, standing out is essential. Our team of visionary designers, innovative thinkers, and creative strategists work collaboratively to develop captivating campaigns and brand experiences that leave a lasting impression on your target audience. We bring your brand's vision to life with a touch of artistic brilliance and ingenuity. 2. Brand Engineering Excellence: Building a successful brand requires a strong foundation. We specialize in brand engineering, which involves meticulously crafting your brand's identity, messaging, and visual elements to create a cohesive and impactful brand ecosystem. Through in-depth market research and strategic positioning, we engineer your brand to resonate with your audience and differentiate you from the competition. 3. Technology-Driven Solutions: We leverage the power of technology to enhance your brand's reach and impact. 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Royal Tyres, one of KZN’s leading tyre specialists is South Africa’s oldest tyre dealer, is celebrating its 83rd anniversary in 2022 Royal TyresRoyal Tyres, one of KZN’s leading tyre specialists is South Africa’s oldest tyre dealer, is celebrating its 83rd anniversary in 2022 Royal Tyres, one of KZN’s leading tyre specialists is South Africa’s oldest tyre dealer, is celebrating its 84th anniversary in 2023. Royal Vulcanizing, as the company was previously known, was rebranded to Royal Tyres in 2018. Over the years, the company has had to deal with a multitude of industry challenges while negotiating the rapidly changing and often tumultuous political and social landscape of the city and the country. Mr. Raman Patel was the founder of this independent black-owned tyre business, which came into existence during the turbulent Apartheid era. Any other business would have crumbled under the bureaucracy of such a biased system, but Royal Vulcanizing was different. The family business proved to be a force to be reckoned with as its ethos was founded on the principles of integrity, customer service excellence, and competitive prices. The three founding brothers, with their focussed dedication and commitment to offering the highest quality at the most affordable price, provided a solid foundation on which to build the business. Consequently, the business has grown from small, modest beginnings, doing two retreads a day, into a thriving professionally run operation with the full range of passenger, commercial, truck and earth moving vehicle tyres. In 1973, Raman’s son and Royal Tyres CEO, Jay Patel joined the team. His parents had passed away within a year of each other just as he finished his schooling - and he found himself thrust into the family business with his cousins and uncle. Three generations later, the established tyre experts have remained loyal to family and it is now headed by Mrs Jasmeena Shiba(daughter) Mr Pranav Patel (son), Mr Akshay Patel(son) and Mr Nayan Shiba (son-in-law). Human Resources & Workforce The company is segregated into two specialised divisions, Commercial and Passenger with a team of experienced personnel in the tyre industry, providing customers with a highly skilled resource team who are able to provide expert service and value to its customers. The objective of the newly established Human Resources Department at Royal Tyres is to attract, develop, and retain a diverse and talented workforce through innovative recruitment processes. In addition, the company strives to foster a productive work environment where people feel valued and ensuring compliance with respective legislation applicable to labour and its industry. SPECIALISED DIVISIONS Passenger & Light Commercial Vehicle Division Providing a range of wheel and tyre products and associated services for business fleets or family vehicles, or luxury mag wheels for the motoring enthusiast, Royal Tyres has all that the customer needs. Commercial Division The Commercial Division is focused on reducing our customer fleets’ tyre related costs by an offering of almost any product a customer may require backed by industry leading service and decades of knowledge and expertise housed in a prime location with state of-the-art equipment and processes. The Commercial Division provides a range of tyre, wheel and automotive products for multiple product applications. SERVICES Complete Tyre Package The company boasts an exceptionally large stock holding of 50 plus brands of various tyres and rims with sufficient capacity to deliver products nationally through its network of branches and affiliations situated in both the coastal and inland areas. The vast tyre stock holding consists of the local tyre manufacturers and premium international brand suppliers as well as an entire range of brands that are directly imported from various countries ranging from your entry level economy tyres to more mid-tier value for money brands, and then a few high-quality brands as well. Technology Royal Tyres employs highly skilled and experienced staff and the fitting department is no exception. A combination of these employees and the latest equipment make for some of the most trusted tyre fitments in the country Royal Tyres links expertise and automation with quality and efficiency in every single tyre replacement and fitting, wheel alignment and balancing. This same approach is adopted in supplying and fitting batteries, shocks and other parts. Each branch is fitted with state- of-the-art modern technology with skilled staff that set Royal Tyres ahead of other players in the industry. Royal Tyres makes use of the best wheel balancing technology, the Road Force® Elite at-a-glance. 3D wheel alignment allows our mechanics to perform the most precise wheel alignment on all types of cars. Supply Chain The establishment of three branches over the years in Port Shepstone, Harding and Hammarsdale has increased the company’s capacity, customer base, turnover and buying power annually. In more recent times the wholesaling sales segment has drastically increased, further building its supply chain reach and capacity.Full Name of Company: Royal Tyres Nature of Business: Tyre Distributors & Retailers Services: • Tyres - a vast holding of budget, mid-tier and premium branded tyres • Mag rims & wheels • Wheel accessories (Wheel spanners, locknuts, valve caps, etc) • Shocks & other suspension components • General motor vehicle spares & consumables • 24 Hour tyre breakdown service • Fitting & Stripping of Tyres • Mobile truck wheel alignment • Retreading, rim and puncture repairs • Tyre Inspection & maintenance Services Date Established: 1939 Customer Base: Private individuals, commercial & fleet businesses, government departments & municipalities. Accreditations: RMI accredited, Workshop MIWA accredited VISION To be recognised as a household name, turning the wheels of our economy in the tyre industry, delivering unmatched service and consistently exceeding user expectations. MISSION To cultivate growth opportunities and foster sustainability, we pride ourselves on high-quality products, innovation, and unmatched service, dedicated to earning customer loyalty. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Jay Patel Director: Jasmeena Shiba Director: Pranav Patel Director: Akshay Patel Director: Nayan Shiba Director: Devu Patel CONTACT DETAILS DURBAN Physical Address: 1159 Umgeni Road, Durban Tel: +27 (0)31 303 2933 E-mail: info@royaltyres.co.za Website: www.royaltyres.co.za BRANCHES: Port Shepstone, Harding, Phoenix and Umgeni Road Full Name of Company: Royal Tyres Nature of Business: Tyre Distributors & Retailers Services: • Tyres - a vast holding of budget, mid-tier and premium branded tyres • Mag rims & wheels • Wheel accessories (Wheel spanners, locknuts, valve caps, etc) • Shocks & other suspension components • General motor vehicle spares & consumables • 24 Hour tyre breakdown service • Fitting & Stripping of Tyres • Mobile truck wheel alignment • Retreading, rim and puncture repairs • Tyre Inspection & maintenance Services Date Established: 1939 Customer Base: Private individuals, commercial & fleet businesses, government departments & municipalities. Accreditations: RMI accredited, Workshop MIWA accredited VISION To be recognised as a household name, turning the wheels of our economy in the tyre industry, delivering unmatched service and consistently exceeding user expectations. MISSION To cultivate growth opportunities and foster sustainability, we pride ourselves on high-quality products, innovation, and unmatched service, dedicated to earning customer loyalty. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Jay Patel Director: Jasmeena Shiba Director: Pranav Patel Director: Akshay Patel Director: Nayan Shiba Director: Devu Patel CONTACT DETAILS DURBAN Physical Address: 1159 Umgeni Road, Durban Tel: +27 (0)31 303 2933 E-mail: info@royaltyres.co.za Website: www.royaltyres.co.za BRANCHES: Port Shepstone, Harding, Phoenix and Umgeni Road Up Back to Top Business Leaders Home Add Your Business Up Home About Us KZN Business Chambers Rewards Partners Editors NOTE KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - KZN Top Business Leaders - Launch 2024 Menu KZN Business Leaders Business Women Fyonn Kane Collection 2019 2022 Supertech Collection Top Business Women 2024 VIP Invite Awards Nominate TBW 2024 KZN Business Gurus News Bookshelf Shop On-line Events Contact The Team Top Business Portfolio Full Name of Company: Royal Tyres Nature of Business: Tyre Distributors & Retailers Services: • Tyres - a vast holding of budget, mid-tier and premium branded tyres • Mag rims & wheels • Wheel accessories (Wheel spanners, locknuts, valve caps, etc) • Shocks & other suspension components • General motor vehicle spares & consumables • 24 Hour tyre breakdown service • Fitting & Stripping of Tyres • Mobile truck wheel alignment • Retreading, rim and puncture repairs • Tyre Inspection & maintenance Services Date Established: 1939 Customer Base: Private individuals, commercial & fleet businesses, government departments & municipalities. Accreditations: RMI accredited, Workshop MIWA accredited VISION To be recognised as a household name, turning the wheels of our economy in the tyre industry, delivering unmatched service and consistently exceeding user expectations. MISSION To cultivate growth opportunities and foster sustainability, we pride ourselves on high-quality products, innovation, and unmatched service, dedicated to earning customer loyalty. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Jay Patel Director: Jasmeena Shiba Director: Pranav Patel Director: Akshay Patel Director: Nayan Shiba Director: Devu Patel CONTACT DETAILS DURBAN Physical Address: 1159 Umgeni Road, Durban Tel: +27 (0)31 303 2933 E-mail: info@royaltyres.co.za Website: www.royaltyres.co.za BRANCHES: Port Shepstone, Harding, Phoenix and Umgeni Road Royal Tyres, one of KZN’s leading tyre specialists is South Africa’s oldest tyre dealer, is celebrating its 84th anniversary in 2023. Royal Vulcanizing, as the company was previously known, was rebranded to Royal Tyres in 2018. Over the years, the company has had to deal with a multitude of industry challenges while negotiating the rapidly changing and often tumultuous political and social landscape of the city and the country. Mr. Raman Patel was the founder of this independent black-owned tyre business, which came into existence during the turbulent Apartheid era. Any other business would have crumbled under the bureaucracy of such a biased system, but Royal Vulcanizing was different. The family business proved to be a force to be reckoned with as its ethos was founded on the principles of integrity, customer service excellence, and competitive prices. The three founding brothers, with their focussed dedication and commitment to offering the highest quality at the most affordable price, provided a solid foundation on which to build the business. Consequently, the business has grown from small, modest beginnings, doing two retreads a day, into a thriving professionally run operation with the full range of passenger, commercial, truck and earth moving vehicle tyres. In 1973, Raman’s son and Royal Tyres CEO, Jay Patel joined the team. His parents had passed away within a year of each other just as he finished his schooling - and he found himself thrust into the family business with his cousins and uncle. Three generations later, the established tyre experts have remained loyal to family and it is now headed by Mrs Jasmeena Shiba(daughter) Mr Pranav Patel (son), Mr Akshay Patel(son) and Mr Nayan Shiba (son-in-law). Human Resources & Workforce The company is segregated into two specialised divisions, Commercial and Passenger with a team of experienced personnel in the tyre industry, providing customers with a highly skilled resource team who are able to provide expert service and value to its customers. The objective of the newly established Human Resources Department at Royal Tyres is to attract, develop, and retain a diverse and talented workforce through innovative recruitment processes. In addition, the company strives to foster a productive work environment where people feel valued and ensuring compliance with respective legislation applicable to labour and its industry. SPECIALISED DIVISIONS Passenger & Light Commercial Vehicle Division Providing a range of wheel and tyre products and associated services for business fleets or family vehicles, or luxury mag wheels for the motoring enthusiast, Royal Tyres has all that the customer needs. Commercial Division The Commercial Division is focused on reducing our customer fleets’ tyre related costs by an offering of almost any product a customer may require backed by industry leading service and decades of knowledge and expertise housed in a prime location with state of-the-art equipment and processes. The Commercial Division provides a range of tyre, wheel and automotive products for multiple product applications. SERVICES Complete Tyre Package The company boasts an exceptionally large stock holding of 50 plus brands of various tyres and rims with sufficient capacity to deliver products nationally through its network of branches and affiliations situated in both the coastal and inland areas. The vast tyre stock holding consists of the local tyre manufacturers and premium international brand suppliers as well as an entire range of brands that are directly imported from various countries ranging from your entry level economy tyres to more mid-tier value for money brands, and then a few high-quality brands as well. Technology Royal Tyres employs highly skilled and experienced staff and the fitting department is no exception. A combination of these employees and the latest equipment make for some of the most trusted tyre fitments in the country Royal Tyres links expertise and automation with quality and efficiency in every single tyre replacement and fitting, wheel alignment and balancing. This same approach is adopted in supplying and fitting batteries, shocks and other parts. Each branch is fitted with state- of-the-art modern technology with skilled staff that set Royal Tyres ahead of other players in the industry. Royal Tyres makes use of the best wheel balancing technology, the Road Force® Elite at-a-glance. 3D wheel alignment allows our mechanics to perform the most precise wheel alignment on all types of cars. Supply Chain The establishment of three branches over the years in Port Shepstone, Harding and Hammarsdale has increased the company’s capacity, customer base, turnover and buying power annually. In more recent times the wholesaling sales segment has drastically increased, further building its supply chain reach and capacity. More About the CEO Royal Tyres Team Meet the CEO

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