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  • Gagasi FM | KZN Top Business

    < Back Gagasi FM 9th Floor, 61 Katherine St, Sandhurst, Sandton, 2146, South Africa Nature of Business: Commercial radio station Minenhle Dlamini Gagasi FM is the KZN based regional commercial radio station in the country. The station currently has more than 1,46 million listeners making the number one regional commercial radio station. Established in 2006, Gagasi FM broadcast across seven frequencies throughout KZN, making the station to be the true voice that represents the dreams and aspirations of the people of the province. Gagasi FM broadcasts in IsiZulu and English, offering a variety of content that resonates with the urban black audience that is very much rooted to their identity, but at the same time very much adaptable to the modern-day lifestyle and urban culture. Over the years Gagasi FM has evolved into the multi-media lifestyle brand, extending its audience engagement to events and digital spaces. The annual Gagasi FM Beach Fest is the station’s flagship event that has grown to become one of the most popular first Saturday of December, the event officially kicks-off the KZN and Durban summer season. Gagasi FM digital platforms (Gagasi FM App, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X) combined has over two million followers. This further demonstrates the power behind the Gagasi FM brand and the ability to deliver content that attracts audiences across multiple platforms. Managing Director Minenhle Dlamini is a dynamic and accomplished media professional, currently serving as the Managing Director of Gagasi FM, South Africa’s leading regional commercial radio station. With its vibrant presence across KwaZulu- Natal (KZN), Gagasi FM has flourished under her visionary leadership, delivering compelling content while uplifting the province’s talent and businesses. In 2009, she made her break into commercial radio as a weekend presenter, later rising to content producer for the breakfast show. Recognizing her creativity and ability to connect with audiences, she transitioned into the Commercial and Promotions Coordinator role, orchestrating impactful client and station campaigns. By 2017, Minenhle was at the helm of the Creative and Promotions Department, curating innovative campaigns that blended client objectives with Gagasi FM’s unique sound, elevating both the brand and client satisfaction. Her dedication to crafting memorable campaigns helped set new benchmarks for regional radio engagement. Appointed to the MD position in 2021, Minenhle has embraced her role with passion and purpose. She is deeply committed to nurturing KwaZulu-Natal’s talent, driving enterprise development and CSI initiatives, and showcasing the province’s potential on a national platform. Her leadership reflects a profound love for KZN, her hometown, and a belief in radio’s power to elevate, connect, and inspire. Her academic profile includes: PG Dip in Management Sciences – Durban University of Technology, 2024 General Management Programme – Gordon Institute of Business Science, 2021 Certificate: Social Media Marketing – University of Cape Town, 2020 Certificate: Exercise Science – HFPA, 2016 Diploma in Business Management – Varsity College, 2006 BA in Media, English & German Studies – University of KwaZulu-Natal, 2004 Client Portfolio Gagasi FM’s portfolio of clients is primarily government, agencies and direct clients across three main regions i.e. Durban, Johannesburg and Cape Town. Milestones Reaching a one million listeners mark within its first year of operation, making Gagasi FM the fastest-growing radio station in the country then. Launching Gagasi FM Beach Fest in 2012, today the event is attended by 12,000 people in one day. Launching the Gagasi FM Shero Awards in 2017 to celebrate women who are making a difference and flying the KZN flag in various sectors. Launching the Sales house in 2021, GH Media Solutions, which is responsible for the station’s national sales. Facebook page reaching a one million followers mark in 2023. In 2024, the station launched a new tagline “Sound of KZN,” reaffirming Gagasi FM’s identity as the proudly KZN radio station. The Future Gagasi FM will celebrate 20 years in 2026 which will be its biggest milestone, watch this space. HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 9th Floor, 61 Kathrine Street, Sandton, 2196 Tel: +27 (0)10 442 3231 E-mail: connect@ghmediagroup.co.za KWAZULU-NATAL Physical Address: Shop U128 Cornubia Mall, CNR Flanders Drive and Tacoma Drive, Mount Edgecombe, Durban, 4319 Tel: +27 (0)31 584 5300 E-mail: sales@gagasi995.co.za | marketing@gagasi995.co.za Website: www.gagasiworld.co.za About Latest News Company News Blog Keep up with the latest trends and insights. Check out our blog today! Click Here

  • Arvind V. Magan & Associates | KZN Top Business

    < Back Arvind V. Magan & Associates Nature of Business: About Latest News Company News Blog Keep up with the latest trends and insights. Check out our blog today! Click Here

  • 2025 / 11/25 Top Businesses (List) | KZN Top Business

    KZN Top Business Listings Company/Organisation Nature of Business: dropdown menu Search Company Number of jobs found: 11 Avemel Logistics 2 Strelitzia Rd, Silverglen, Durban, 4092, South Africa View Arvind V. Magan & Associates View Austral Accounting View Gagasi FM 9th Floor, 61 Katherine St, Sandhurst, Sandton, 2146, South Africa View Arena Trims View AML Group 19 Sulzer Pl, Phoenix Industrial, Phoenix, 4156, South Africa View Aberdare Cables 1 Corobrik St, Meadowdale, Germiston, 1614, South Africa View ActionCOACH Business & Executive Coaching - Business Mastery (Pty) Ltd View Afrisam View Airports Company South Africa Limited (ACSA) View Albaraka Bank Limited View

  • TBL 2024 (List) | KZN Top Business

    KZN Top Business Leaders Read More KZN Top Business Portfolio, which proudly celebrates its 25th edition in 2024. Through this portfolio, we honour the outstanding leaders who are shaping the future of KwaZulu-Natal Allan Hirsch Allan Hirsch is the founder and chairman of Hirsch’s Read More Amanda Swana Amanda Swana is the managing director at Powerpoint Lifestyles Read More Anant Singh Anant Singh is the chief executive officer and chairman of the Videovision Entertainment Group Read More Andrew Barnes Andrew Barnes is the owner of Barnes Properties Read More Andrew Kruger Andrew Kruger is a director at DRG Outsourcing Read More Andrzej Kiepiela KZN Growth Coalition Read More Arvind Magan Arvind Magan is the chief executive officer of Arvind Magan and Associates Read More Ashley Bell Ashley Bell is the chief executive officer of Bell Equipment Read More Ashok Sewnarain Ashok Sewnarain is the chairman of IBV International Vaults Group Read More Aurelia Albert Aurelia Albert is the chief executive officer of Innovate Durban Read More Bashini Mahomed Bashini Mahomed is the chief executive officer of Dynamic Shipping Services Read More Belinda Putterill Belinda Putterill is the managing director of Use- it Waste Beneficiation Read More Benita Ardenbaum Benita Ardenbaum is the managing director of Benita Ardenbaum Attorneys Read More Bongi Mkhize Bongi Mkhize is the chief executive officer of the Natal Joint Municipal Pension Fund (NJMPF) Read More Brian Howarth Brian Howarth is the chairman of the Magnet Group Read More Brian Payne Brian Payne is a founding member at Think Tax Read More Captain Salvatore Sarno Captain Salvatore Sarno is the chairman of Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Read More Chris Tyson Chris Tyson is the chief executive officer of Tyson Properties Read More Cindy Norcott Cindy Norcott is the chief executive officer of Pro Talent Read More Colette Tanner Colette Tanner is the chief operations officer at DRG Outsourcing Read More Damian Bradley Damian Bradley is the manager director of B-Active Events Read More Darren Maule Darren Maule is a leading radio personality on East Coast Radio Read More David Warmback David Warmback is an equity partner at Shepstone & Wylie Attorneys Read More David White David White is the founder and chief executive within the DRG Group Read More Dino Constantinou Dino Constantinou is the founder of Mediterranean Kitchen Read More Dr Kenny Naidoo Dr Kamalanathan (Kenny) Naidoo is the President of the Verulam Child Welfare Society Read More Dr Paul Kariuki Dr Paul Kariuki is the executive director of the Democracy Development Program Read More Ebrahim Patel Ebrahim Patel is the managing director of Magellan Investment Management and director at SiyaXoxa Technologies Read More Elvis Green Elvis Green is the owner and managing director of ND Engineering Read More Erlo Stegen In Tribute Read More Esay Reddy Esayvanie (Esay) Reddy is the group chief executive at the RR Group Read More Essa Suleman Essa Ebrahim Suleman is the chief executive officer of the Woodford Group Read More Frikkie Brooks Frikkie Brooks is the owner and managing director of Brooks Facilitation Services Read More Gerald Wells Gerald Wells is the owner Gerald Wells Hair Professionals Read More Grant Adlam Grant Adlam : Vision for KZN: Envisions further growth in KwaZulu-Natal by leveraging opportunities, fostering partnerships, and emphasizing the motto "success breeds success." Read More Hantie Plomp Hantie Plomp is the founder and director of Triplo4 Sustainable Solutions Read More Heather Flack Heather Flack is the impassioned business leader of Flair Accounting Read More Henk Duys Henk Duys is the chairman of the Duys Engineering Group Read More Ian McIntosh In Tribute Read More Imraan Noorbhai Imraan Noorbhai is the Head of Personal and Private Banking for Standard Bank in KwaZulu-Natal Read More Imtiaz Sooliman Imtiaz Sooliman is the chairman and founder of Gift of the Givers Read More Isaac Mbatha Isaac Mbatha is the founder and CEO of Sky Tents Read More Jacquie Bhana Jacquie Bhana is the owner of Jacquie Bhana Consulting Read More Jay Patel Jay Patel is the chairman of Royal Tyres Read More Jennifer Reddy Jennifer Reddy is the chief executive officer of Morar Incorporated Read More Johan van Deventer Johan van Deventer is the regional manager for LabourNet in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Read More John Chandler John Chandler is the founder and managing director (MD) of Lean Systems and Projects Read More Jonathan Naidoo Jonathan Naidoo is the chief executive officer at SmartXchange Read More Joudalle Govender Joudalle Govender is the chief executive officer of Argento Trading Read More Kashnee Sewnarain Kashnee Sewnarain is the chief executive officer, director, and technical specialist at Inspired Financial Management Solutions Read More Kervin Budram Kervin Budram heads up the finance department of Aberdare Cables Read More Lindiwe Rakharebe Lindiwe Rakharebe is the chief executive officer of the Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) Read More Lubin Ozoux Lubin Ozoux is the chief executive officer of Sumitomo Rubber South Africa Read More Mandisa Pepeta Mandisa Pepeta is the founder of Qhakaza Africa Consulting Read More Mark Bielovich Mark Bielovich is the group chief executive officer of BMS Foods Read More Mark Gounder Mark Gounder is the chief executive officer of Hulamin Read More Marlene Powell Marlene Powell is a business coach with ActionCOACH Read More Mel Clark Mel Clark is the co-founder and executive director of Black Balance Projects Read More Melanie Veness Melanie Veness is the chief executive officer of the Pietermaritzburg and Midlands Chamber of Business Read More Michael Jackson Michael Jackson is the senior partner at Cox Yeats Attorneys Read More Michael Keats Michael Keats is the KwaZulu-Natal regional director of the Goscor Truck Company Read More Michael Wyatt Michael Wyatt is the former managing director of Bata South Africa and newly appointed as President of Bata Africa- Middle East and Bata Industrials Read More Michael Yeadon Michael Yeadon is the executive chairman of the Plennegy Group Read More Mike Newton Michael Newton is the chief executive officer of the uMgungundlovu Economic Development Agency (UMEDA) Read More Minenhle Dlamini Minenhle Dlamini, managing director of Gagasi FM, leads one of KwaZulu- Natal’s most vibrant regional commercial radio stations. Read More Moses Tembe Moses Tembe is the chairman of Bellamont Investments Read More Mpumzi Swana Mpumzi Swana is the chief operating officer at SAMAC Engineering Solutions Read More Mzuvele Mthethwa Mzuvele Mthethwa is the managing director of East Coast Radio Read More Naeem Asvat Naeem Asvat is the regional executive for SAICA Eastern Region Read More Nelson Govender Nelson Govender is the chief executive officer and chairman of the board at LHL Engineering Read More Nomfundo Mcoyi Nomfundo Mcoyi is the founder and CEO of Icebolethu Group, chairperson of the KZN South African Funeral Practitioners Association and is a shareholder at Scribante Labour Consultants as well as Blacksuits Read More Palesa Phili Palesa Phili is the chief executive officer of the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry Read More Pat Moodley Pat Moodley is the regional manager for the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) Read More Pat Symcox Pat Symcox is the owner, broker, and principal of RE/MAX Coast and Country Read More Portio Dlamini Portio Dlamini is the managing director of the Emakheni Group Read More Prakasen Govender Prakasen Govender is the group chief executive officer of PGA Architects, PGA Interiors, PGA Umhlanga Rocks Investments and Ridgeside Devco Read More Pran Shree Pran Shree is the founder and chief executive officer of Shree Property Holdings Read More Prasheen Maharaj Prasheen Maharaj is the chief executive officer and owner of Sandock Austral Shipyards Read More Pravina Coombs Pravina Coombs is the managing member of ThoughtFIRE Read More Premi Subramany Premi Subramany is the founder and managing director of Chemsol (SA) Adhesives Read More Pria Hassan Pria Hassan is the executive chair of the Women of Africa Group Read More Rajesh Lutchman chief executive officer of Siyaka Read More Raksha Laghari Raksha Laghari is the founder and CEO of AML Distributions Read More Rob Kelso Rob Kelso is the chief executive officer of SA Home Loans Read More Russell Curtis Russell Curtis is Head of Invest Durban Read More Saantha Naidu Saantha Naidu is the chief executive officer of Saantha Naidu Group Read More Shaaz Moosa Shaaz Moosa is the chief executive officer and chief financial officer of Supahot Geysers and MS Group Holdings Read More Shabir Chohan Shabir Chohan is the chief executive officer of Al Baraka Bank Read More Shabir Tayob Shabir Tayob is the chief executive officer of the Supertech Group Read More Shamla Pather Shamla Pather is the owner of Shamla Pather Attorneys Read More Terry Rosenberg Terry Rosenberg is the Chairman of Oakbrook Investments and Oakbrook Holdings Read More Themba Mpofu Themba Mpofu is the general manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga Read More Theolan Govender Theolan Govender is the regional manager for Afrisam in KwaZulu-Natal Read More Theuns Pelser Prof Theuns Pelser is the executive director at the Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) Read More Trevor Clark ActionCOACH Business Coaching Read More Usha Jivan Usha Jivan is the managing director and sole shareholder of BEESCORE Read More Virosh Singh CEO and founder of Construction for Africa Read More Virosha Pillay Virosha Pillay is the managing director of Avvo Labels Read More Vivian Reddy Vivian Reddy is the founder and chairperson of the Edison Power Group Read More Wade Howard Wade Howard is the CEO (Owner & Senior Photographer) of Ocean Driven Media, an international media production company based in Durban, South Africa. 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  • KZN Top Business - Publishers notes - | KZN Top Business

    KZN Top Business The KZN Portfolio Back KZN TOP BUSINESS PORTFOLIO PUBLISHER OF THE KZN TOP BUSINESS PORTFOLIO We are proud to celebrate the 25th edition of the KZN Business Portfolio in 2024. First published in 1999, the Portfolio was designed to offer potential national and international investors a concise yet comprehensive view of KwaZulu-Natal’s economic landscape. Over the past quarter of a century, we have consistently showcased the province’s business sector successes to a wide range of stakeholders. Every business has a story to tell, and KZN Top Business has been at the forefront of sharing good news and product information with the public. In today’s business environment, effective communication with stakeholders and entities is crucial, and we have emphasised the importance of creating robust channels for engagement. KZN Top Business has evolved significantly over the years, now offering an annual membership programme that provides substantial benefits to the businesses we feature. These value-added services include hard copies, ebooks, blogs, newsletters, press releases, email campaigns, a YouTube channel, social media networks, international connections, pressroom services, webinars, and more. Our multifaceted approach to content management has been instrumental in our success as a leading publisher. The printed version of the publication remains highly sought after for its ease of distribution, while our electronic flipbook is widely accessed and utilised globally. The ongoing success of the Portfolio is supported by a comprehensive, optimised multimedia website. We encourage you to visit www.kzntopbusiness.com to explore ‘The List’ of participating clients, which is frequently updated to meet current demands. We are also delighted to share news and articles across various social media platforms, all integrated to maximise exposure for our clients. In addition, our valued partner programmes offer platforms to market products and services, build brand recognition, and facilitate connections between successful brands for mutual benefit. At KZN Top Business, we believe that our Portfolio serves as a launchpad for the future of business in KwaZulu-Natal. Through collaboration and continued innovation, we are confident that great things will continue to happen. Finally, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all who have contributed information, as well as those who played a part in producing this edition of the KZN Top Business Portfolio. As I always say ‘Success breeds success’.

  • Trumpet Basics Camilla Jones This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content.

    This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content.Trumpet Basics Camilla Jones Business Coaching Price No Cost Duration 30 minutes Business assessment < Back About the Course Your Guru Trevor Clark Trevor Clark is a seasoned business coach with a strong background in marketing, sales, and leadership. After completing his studies in Switzerland and earning diplomas in marketing and business management in South Africa, he began his career at ABSA in 1993. He went on to hold key roles in the engineering sector and at Babcock, where he led national initiatives. Trevor gained international experience in Saudi Arabia and Dubai, where he co-owned and managed a successful brand consultancy. In 2009, he returned to South Africa, becoming a certified ActionCOACH. He was named South African Rookie Coach of the Year (2010) and ranked among the Global Top 100 Coaches (2012). Known for his practical strategies and passion for business growth, Trevor helps clients improve in key areas of time, team, and money. He’s also an avid sportsman and proud father of two.

  • Nozibele SogoniNozibele SogoniFounder and Managing Director of Nozibele SolutionsIf you know who you are internally, the power that you have will motivate you to get going and succeedIf you know who you are internally, the power that you have will motivate you to get going and succeed

    If you know who you are internally, the power that you have will motivate you to get going and succeed < Back Nozuko Basson Regional Manager for Communities and Corporate Affairs Tronox South Africa Nozuko Basson’s role at Tronox, which is based in northern KZN, entails making sure that the mining company honours its responsibility of creating value for its stakeholders, of which, communities take centre stage. The most significant event in Nozuko’s life is, she says, when she became a mother. “I had my daughter when I was fairly young and from the moment she arrived in this world, I knew that the game had changed. It’s an ambition of mine, that when my daughter is asked who your role model is, she mentions my name.” In ensuring that she is an inspiration to her daughter, Nozuko constantly evaluates how she behaves, how she practices professionalism in the workplace, and how she treats other people. Nozuko believes that she has got to where she is today through hard work, dedication, a lot of praying and the support from many people who have crossed her path. “I’m somebody who is focused on her religion. I’m a Christian and I’ve always believed that everything that I do is enabled by my faith. I started my career as a journalist, but I realised that was not the life that I wanted to live. I’m not a social and out-there type of person, so I moved into public relations. I was fortunate to work for an agency where I had an amazing mentor who helped me in building the capability to understand how media relations works.” From there, Nozuko moved onto one of South Africa’s largest medical insurance organisations, Discovery. Here, Nozuko said, she had mentors who helped guide her through her career. “I’ve been fortunate that I had other people lifting me, guiding me, and making sure that I stayed on the right track. My journey has been difficult; it’s always good to be reminded by those who are ahead of you how to remain positive and confident in what you are doing.” Having courage Nozuko says that her decision to move to KwaZulu-Natal has been an amazing journey that has required her to really stretch herself. This meant going into areas where she thought she would never be able to venture. She added, “Just having the courage to really push myself and push the boundaries for my team members so that we all work towards one single vision. This requires that we stay close to the cause and really live our own personal values, as well as the values of the organisation in which I work right now.” In commenting on the challenges that she has faced, Nozuko says that as a young female professional, the first challenge that she would like to focus on, is the “pull her down syndrome”. “When you, as a female, start rising in your career there are times when other females do everything in their power to pull you down. I have a strong view that if one of us rise, we all rise. It’s hard enough being a young female, let alone being black in the workplace; we need to hold each other up and motivate each other.” The second challenge she has faced is working in the mining industry, which is a male dominated sector. Over that, working within the community, which is also a male led environment that still subscribes to traditional practices has brought a great deal of learning, that has come with its own difficulties. Currently, the third challenge has been dealing with unconventional community issues, that pose a serious risk to Tronox’s public reputation. “This is where the company’s values, procedures and policies need to guide you to deal with the challenges in a manner that does not compromise your role or its reputation,” said Nozuko. “Lastly, I have often found myself feeling not quite welcome around the ‘table’, as if I am a token BEE candidate,” says Nozuko. “I’ve learnt that I shouldn’t wait for somebody to offer me a seat at the table. If there’s no seat for a female in the workplace or in this industry, you bring your own, and that’s something that I have really started being vocal about.” Leaving behind a legacy In the future, Nozuko wants to leave behind a legacy that says, “When Nozuko Basson was in that community or was working in that organisation, she made a positive difference.” In terms of her career, she sees herself growing from strength to strength. Right now, she is focused on her work in South Africa, but soon, she wants to share her knowledge and skills with the rest of the world. Nozuko added that she is fortunate to work for an organisation that has the platform that will allow her to do so when the time is right. On the personal side, Nozuko wants to travel the world. “I want to touch other lives in my own personal space. I want to live my best life and it’s something that I’m making a deliberate effort in doing and I know that I’m on the right track.” In advising others, she says, “It’s important not to be side-tracked by other people’s opinions. It’s important to remain true to yourself. It’s important that when you venture out, you understand that not everybody will be cheering for you, so learn to be your own cheerleader and as you’re cheering yourself, cheer those around you because they may not know the power that they have within themselves.” Nozuko believes one needs to put their heart into everything that they do. “I always say to people, if you’re not going to give it your all, rather don’t start. I believe in dazzling people. One of Tronox’s values speaks to doing the right work, the right way in every aspect of our business and that’s really what I subscribe to. I don’t take short cuts; it’s about doing something right all the time. It’s behaving in an ethical way and ensuring that everything I touch, doesn’t only represent organisational integrity, but also my own personal integrity.”

  • Lindsay HopkinsLindsay HopkinsHumanitarianMy drive has always been compassion, humanity and just trying to save the environment, because I do feel that we are on borrowed timeMy drive has always been compassion, humanity and just trying to save the environment, because I do feel that we are on borrowed time

    My drive has always been compassion, humanity and just trying to save the environment, because I do feel that we are on borrowed time < Back Nozuko Basson Regional Manager for Communities and Corporate Affairs Tronox South Africa Nozuko Basson’s role at Tronox, which is based in northern KZN, entails making sure that the mining company honours its responsibility of creating value for its stakeholders, of which, communities take centre stage. The most significant event in Nozuko’s life is, she says, when she became a mother. “I had my daughter when I was fairly young and from the moment she arrived in this world, I knew that the game had changed. It’s an ambition of mine, that when my daughter is asked who your role model is, she mentions my name.” In ensuring that she is an inspiration to her daughter, Nozuko constantly evaluates how she behaves, how she practices professionalism in the workplace, and how she treats other people. Nozuko believes that she has got to where she is today through hard work, dedication, a lot of praying and the support from many people who have crossed her path. “I’m somebody who is focused on her religion. I’m a Christian and I’ve always believed that everything that I do is enabled by my faith. I started my career as a journalist, but I realised that was not the life that I wanted to live. I’m not a social and out-there type of person, so I moved into public relations. I was fortunate to work for an agency where I had an amazing mentor who helped me in building the capability to understand how media relations works.” From there, Nozuko moved onto one of South Africa’s largest medical insurance organisations, Discovery. Here, Nozuko said, she had mentors who helped guide her through her career. “I’ve been fortunate that I had other people lifting me, guiding me, and making sure that I stayed on the right track. My journey has been difficult; it’s always good to be reminded by those who are ahead of you how to remain positive and confident in what you are doing.” Having courage Nozuko says that her decision to move to KwaZulu-Natal has been an amazing journey that has required her to really stretch herself. This meant going into areas where she thought she would never be able to venture. She added, “Just having the courage to really push myself and push the boundaries for my team members so that we all work towards one single vision. This requires that we stay close to the cause and really live our own personal values, as well as the values of the organisation in which I work right now.” In commenting on the challenges that she has faced, Nozuko says that as a young female professional, the first challenge that she would like to focus on, is the “pull her down syndrome”. “When you, as a female, start rising in your career there are times when other females do everything in their power to pull you down. I have a strong view that if one of us rise, we all rise. It’s hard enough being a young female, let alone being black in the workplace; we need to hold each other up and motivate each other.” The second challenge she has faced is working in the mining industry, which is a male dominated sector. Over that, working within the community, which is also a male led environment that still subscribes to traditional practices has brought a great deal of learning, that has come with its own difficulties. Currently, the third challenge has been dealing with unconventional community issues, that pose a serious risk to Tronox’s public reputation. “This is where the company’s values, procedures and policies need to guide you to deal with the challenges in a manner that does not compromise your role or its reputation,” said Nozuko. “Lastly, I have often found myself feeling not quite welcome around the ‘table’, as if I am a token BEE candidate,” says Nozuko. “I’ve learnt that I shouldn’t wait for somebody to offer me a seat at the table. If there’s no seat for a female in the workplace or in this industry, you bring your own, and that’s something that I have really started being vocal about.” Leaving behind a legacy In the future, Nozuko wants to leave behind a legacy that says, “When Nozuko Basson was in that community or was working in that organisation, she made a positive difference.” In terms of her career, she sees herself growing from strength to strength. Right now, she is focused on her work in South Africa, but soon, she wants to share her knowledge and skills with the rest of the world. Nozuko added that she is fortunate to work for an organisation that has the platform that will allow her to do so when the time is right. On the personal side, Nozuko wants to travel the world. “I want to touch other lives in my own personal space. I want to live my best life and it’s something that I’m making a deliberate effort in doing and I know that I’m on the right track.” In advising others, she says, “It’s important not to be side-tracked by other people’s opinions. It’s important to remain true to yourself. It’s important that when you venture out, you understand that not everybody will be cheering for you, so learn to be your own cheerleader and as you’re cheering yourself, cheer those around you because they may not know the power that they have within themselves.” Nozuko believes one needs to put their heart into everything that they do. “I always say to people, if you’re not going to give it your all, rather don’t start. I believe in dazzling people. One of Tronox’s values speaks to doing the right work, the right way in every aspect of our business and that’s really what I subscribe to. I don’t take short cuts; it’s about doing something right all the time. It’s behaving in an ethical way and ensuring that everything I touch, doesn’t only represent organisational integrity, but also my own personal integrity.”

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