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I am dedicated to providing great service to my clients. I have really found that I can do this best by getting a holistic view of the business I am assisting < Back Laura Kelly Partner Cox Yeats Attorneys Laura Kelly (nee Maitre) is a partner at Cox Yeats Attorneys, a leading boutique commercial law firm. Cox Yeats, which is head-officed in Durban and has recently opened offices in Johannesburg, has been voted the top medium sized law firm in South Africa for the past two years. Laura’s practice is focused primarily on insurance, commercial and international trade law – with a specific focus on petroleum law. She represents various local and global organisations, including the world’s leading independent petroleum storage provider in respect of its southern African operations. Laura grew up in Durban and studied at the University of Cape Town where she majored in both law and creative writing. Following the completion of her studies, she joined Cox Yeats in 2014, where she did her articles, became an associate in 2016 and was appointed a partner in 2019 at the age of 27. In commenting on her journey, Laura says, “In terms of inspiration and how I got to where I am today, it obviously comes down to a lot of hard work, but my family, who are incredibly supportive, and the team that I work with at Cox Yeats have also played a fundamental role. My parents brought me up to believe that I could do anything in life but also to be resilient. As law can be a demanding career, and a tough environment to work in, the self-belief which they instilled in me has certainly helped me progress professionally. Regarding my team, our model at Cox Yeats is that we work closely and in very small teams. This is aimed at fostering collaboration and ensuring the best outcome for our clients and the model has proven to be incredibly successful. However, this, coupled with the long working hours, means that you spend a large amount of time with your team members. Whilst we have since grown, there were three professionals in our team when I started at Cox Yeats and I continue to work with them today – with one team member being Cox Yeats’s newly appointed Managing Partner, Andrew Clark. Not only are they both exceptionally talented lawyers who practice with complete integrity, they are also fantastic people who I thoroughly enjoy working with. They really have played a fundamental role in where I am today.” When speaking about practising as a female in law, Laura expressed that it does come with its challenges. “You can be underestimated and not taken seriously based purely on your gender. It’s frustrating and it shouldn’t still be something which happens. However, you just have to stand up for yourself and treat it as an opportunity to prove them wrong,” she explained. With regards to personal hurdles, Laura remarked that she has had a lot of support in her professional journey and that her main hurdle has been managing stress. “This isn’t a topic that people generally feel comfortable talking about, but I think it is something most people in life have to deal with at one stage or another and I don’t think people should be shy to speak about stress. You just have to ensure that you put yourself in the best possible position to manage it, especially if you work in a challenging job, through exercise, eating healthily and taking time away from work when you can.” Continue learning Reflecting on her goals, Laura says that from a short-term perspective, law is an evolving, dynamic sector that is always changing. As such she intends to continue learning in order to both explore new areas of law and to develop her expertise within the practice areas that she enjoys. From a long-term perspective, Laura enjoys not only dealing with an organisation’s legal requirements, but she has a strong business acumen and provides strategic and operational support for her clients wherever she can. Consequently, she would like to find further ways of using these skills, whilst continuing her legal career. Laura also attributes these skills to her ability to provide effective legal services. “I am dedicated to providing great service to my clients and I have really found that I can do this best by getting a holistic view of the business I am assisting, especially where I am helping an organisation with its commercial work or engaging with its stakeholders. I really strive to ensure that the services I’m providing to them are given in such a way that they can operate as effectively as possible.” Maintain balance When speaking further about her personal attributes and the way in which she assists her clients, Laura commented on her strong interpersonal skills and her commitment to her job. “Our work doesn’t just take place in our office behind our desks, you are required to step in and act as your client’s representative during negotiations or general engagements. I am very comfortable with public speaking and like to believe that I am good at fostering relationships with people. However, what really is key for your client is the ability to be readily available and responsive. We live in an extremely fast-paced world and clients expect no less when it comes to service delivery. It’s also important to identify those times when your client needs you to be available 24/7. While maintaining balance is extremely important, this doesn’t mean that there won’t be times when this level of effort is required of you.” Laura absolutely loves dogs, and her dream would be to start a dog sanctuary one day. “I was actually going to become a vet, but unfortunately my allergies towards certain animals meant that this wasn’t practical and so I chose law,” she commented. In conclusion, the advice that Laura would give to a young woman following in her path, is to not take herself too seriously, to remember what is important in life and to strive to maintain balance. “Work hard but take the time to do the things that you love.”

Subscribe Home KZN Leaders Up Up Sihle Ngcamu Chief Executive Officer (Acting): Mr Sihle Ngcamu This programme is three-fold in that it consists of: • Investment Facilitation - responsible for investments attraction into the province of KwaZulu-Natal; • Destination Marketing - that promotes the province of KwaZulu-Natal globally as a premier investment and trade destination. • Business Retention and Expansion - that supports and facilitates business retention and expansions throughout the province.

This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. < Back Catherine Clark Owner and Founder of The Harvest Table “My journey started twenty years ago when I realised that what I put into my body was what I got out,” she explained. “Together with diet, exercise, keeping stress at bay, laughing every day and having people in my life that I love and respect, keeps me healthy.” Catherine’s story started when she was in matric and started struggling with feeling really tired all the time to the extent that she could not complete a school day. “This was a really tough time for myself and my family as I was driven to do well at school. Despite numerous visits to doctors and specialists, no cause could be found. After been told that it was all in my mind, I started to research and looked for alternative treatments,” explained Catherine. Her research led to Dulcie Krige and the raw food diet in which she saw potential benefits. “After starting this eating programme, I improved daily. However, 18 months later, towards the end of my second year at university, I discovered an enlarged lymph node in my neck which led to the diagnosis of Hodgkin’s lymphoma.” Catherine believes that this diagnosis had been the cause of her tiredness and that the diet that she had followed helped her to recover quickly. She explained, “After a course of radiation, I was completely cured but I was left with the effects on my thyroid and had intense muscle scarring. However, I believe that the lymphoma was a gift from God and allowed me to determine what was important in my life as well as to question what legacy I wanted to leave behind. I have explored and researched the topic of healthy food and now that I am married with two children, I wish to educate them as well.” Whole and nutritional products Catherine discovered that many of the products that are beneficial to one’s health were not available in South Africa in the form that she required them, which included no additives, preservatives or gluten. “We initially started making our own bone broth, which is an important part of many diets across the world. Then we discovered organic powered products and that is where our Harvest Table story began. We wanted to bring people along with us on this journey and the harvest table symbolises something that we can bring friends around and celebrate these ‘first fruits’. We have beautiful products that are whole and nutritional.” A beautiful expression In reflecting on her role as a woman in business, Catherine says that women have unique challenges. “Women do have more roles and responsibilities – school pickups, swimming galas, ballet lessons and extra Afrikaans … However, I have not let being a woman hold me back in any way. I have learnt to accept that this is my journey and that I can play it out in the way I want to. I would like to go to bed at night knowing that I have served my business and community and done well by my children.” That The Harvest Table is able to employ women fulltime is for Catherine, “a beautiful expression of her story.” Through employing women, she believes that it is possible to shift their lives by providing a salary and educating them on the importance of health and wellness for themselves and their families’ benefit. However, says Catherine, achieving a work life balance is probably her biggest challenge. Her journey has required her to undertake all the roles in the company from marketing to finance. “Every day I ask God for wisdom. I have also had to learn to say no along the way to strike a balance where necessary. I do ensure that I carve out time in my day for my children and we include them in everything that we do, including business decisions.” The best version of ourselves As an entrepreneur, Catherine says that she always has ideas running through her mind but needs to remain focused on ensuring that there is enough stock in the factory. “My number one priority is our customers and the daily feedback that I get from them is really important to me and keeps me motivated. We believe that our products can change people’s lives; we believe that diet is pivotal in terms of good health and wellness, which is the foundation of everything that we do.” Catherine commented that the company has grown substantially over the past year. In particular, Covid 19 has sparked an interest in health and wellness, which has positively impacted the growth of The Harvest Table. Before lockdown, the company had five employees and now has close to 50, having grown ten to twelve times. “This pandemic has interrupted our ability to be the best version of ourselves, but we cannot allow uncertainty, anxiety and stress to consume us. We need to take charge of our lives by being more intentional about coping with our current reality and create a life to look forward to,” says Catherine. “I have learnt to be brave; I have a strong team of women around me and I have learnt to walk to my own beat. While we may not have much control over the things around us, the good news is that we can still take care of ourselves. Taking control of your life will not only improve your overall wellness but will also give you a greater sense of hope for the future,” she concluded.

The KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence (KZNSB) (MCoE) established in 1964, strives to be a leader in environmentally sensitive protection of bathers against sharks and capacity building in the maritime sectorKwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of ExcellenceHarry MbamboThe KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence (KZNSB) (MCoE) established in 1964, strives to be a leader in environmentally sensitive protection of bathers against sharks and capacity building in the maritime sector. Currently 37 beaches on the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) coastline are safeguarded with shark safety gear owned and maintained by the KZNSB. The organisation positions itself as “The Only Organisation of Its Kind in the World.” “KZNSB is one of the key role-players in coastal and marine tourism in KZN and a major participant of the Oceans Economy, Operation Phakisa. In recent years the role of the organisation has evolved to respond to changes in the province’s economy with the institution’s operations becoming complementary with the functions of other entities, especially tourism. Our protected beaches create a sound basis for exploring other strategic tourism based economic opportunities including the further development of coastal resorts,” said Mthokozisi Radebe, CEO of the KZNSB. Research Development and Planning Division The KZNSB has a research development and planning division that is responsible for conducting research into the biology of sharks and other marine animals. KZNSB scientists are actively involved in many spheres of shark and dolphin research, including maintaining the South African section of the International Shark Attack File and funding alternative methods of protecting bathers. In-depth research, that has already produced vital insight, is conducted into shark behaviour, feeding and breeding. The KZNSB Act, requires that measures to reduce the risk of shark attack and to attempt to reduce the environmental cost associated with those measures are implemented. As a result, the KZNSB continuously looks at ways to reduce the catch of sharks and other non-shark species. Radebe said, “Initially humans were thought to need protection from sharks but nowadays sharks, as they are in their natural habitat, need protection from humans.” As part of the organisation’s drive towards reducing environmental impact, the following measures have been implemented: net reduction, introduction of drumlines, beach clean-up campaigns, introduction of pingers to deter dolphins and whales and the shark repellent technology (SRT). “We believe in innovation. In this regard we are vigorously pursuing SRT as part of our efforts to protecting bathers from shark attacks, which is our public mandate. The repellent cable has proven to be safe so far for humans and marine life, and we hopes that it can soon replace the nets and drumlines,” said Radebe. Public Outreach Dynamic audio-visual shows and dissection of sharks are both educational and entertaining. There are also boat trips to venture out to sea to watch the shark safety gear off Durban’s Golden Mile. Boat trips lasting for two hours leave Wilson’s Wharf at 06:30 and they offer opportunistic viewing of marine life including seabirds. The public can enjoy an informative walkabout at the KZNSB’s renowned Shark Museum that is home to a variety of life-like replicas of sharks, including an 892kg Great White Shark as well as other marine animals. Furthermore, KZNSB undertakes awareness programmes in bather safety, and presents its programmes to the public, through boat tours, static display areas on site, outreach programmes, website, external exhibitions/displays, social media, radio interviews, publications and advertisements. KZNSB has embraced fostering Corporate Social Investment (CSI) in various avenues, mainly the on-going Outreach Programme that delivers a solid marine education to learners in all provinces in South Africa, especially focusing on those learners who do not have the opportunity to visit the coast and know very little about the sea, sharks, and other marine life. Advice on reducing pollution in rivers and on the beaches are all part of the programme presented to the learners and educators. KZNSB hosts beach clean-ups at identified beaches one day a month for two hours. This contributes to the reduction of sea washed debris, including, plastic and other pollution on the popular beaches. The KZNSB invites communities to the beach clean-ups as part of a drive to get them involved in the campaign and ensure that tourists and locals alike have a good beach experience in a clean environment. Maritime Centre of Excellence The KZNSB established a 'Maritime Centre of Excellence' (MCoE) in 2012. The institute facilitates the development of skills in trade, occupation and SMMEs in the environment of ocean and coastal shipping, inland waterways, aquaculture, port activities, maritime security, boat building, boat repair and associated land-based activities, with a focus on youth and previously disadvantaged communities to be beneficiaries of these skills. The MCoE works closely with various Sector Education Training Authorities (SETAs) including the Transport Education Training Authority (TETA), Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (MerSETA), as well as Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority (ETDP SETA) along with a number of accredited training service providers and is a registered ICDL training and assessment centre. Full Name of Company KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence Nature of Business: Public Entity of the Province of KwaZulu-Natal Date Established: Ordinance 101964 Auditors / Accountants: Auditor-General KZN VISION Environmentally sensitive bather protection against sharks and thriving maritime skills sector enhance human economic development. MISSION The KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence strives to be a leader in environmentally sensitive protection of bathers against sharks and capacity building in the maritime sector. KEY PERSONNEL Acting CEO: Mr. Harry Mbambo Head of Operations: Mike Anderson-Reade Head of Research: Geremy Cliff CFO: Nelisiwe Bulose Head of Corporate Services: Mr Mxolisi Msomi Executive Business Development: Harry Mbambo CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 1A Herrwood Drive, Umhlanga Postal Address: Private Bag 2, Umhlanga, 4320 Tel: +27 (0)31 566 0400 Fax: +27 (0)31 566 0499 E-mail: info@shark.co.za Website: www.shark.co.za Harry Mbambo New age pioneers in the maritime industry The KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence (KZNSB) (MCoE) established in 1964, strives to be a leader in environmentally sensitive protection of bathers against sharks and capacity building in the maritime sector. Currently 37 beaches on the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) coastline are safeguarded with shark safety gear owned and maintained by the KZNSB. The organisation positions itself as “The Only Organisation of Its Kind in the World.” “KZNSB is one of the key role-players in coastal and marine tourism in KZN and a major participant of the Oceans Economy, Operation Phakisa. In recent years the role of the organisation has evolved to respond to changes in the province’s economy with the institution’s operations becoming complementary with the functions of other entities, especially tourism. Our protected beaches create a sound basis for exploring other strategic tourism based economic opportunities including the further development of coastal resorts,” said Mthokozisi Radebe, CEO of the KZNSB. Research Development and Planning Division The KZNSB has a research development and planning division that is responsible for conducting research into the biology of sharks and other marine animals. KZNSB scientists are actively involved in many spheres of shark and dolphin research, including maintaining the South African section of the International Shark Attack File and funding alternative methods of protecting bathers. In-depth research, that has already produced vital insight, is conducted into shark behaviour, feeding and breeding. The KZNSB Act, requires that measures to reduce the risk of shark attack and to attempt to reduce the environmental cost associated with those measures are implemented. As a result, the KZNSB continuously looks at ways to reduce the catch of sharks and other non-shark species. Radebe said, “Initially humans were thought to need protection from sharks but nowadays sharks, as they are in their natural habitat, need protection from humans.” As part of the organisation’s drive towards reducing environmental impact, the following measures have been implemented: net reduction, introduction of drumlines, beach clean-up campaigns, introduction of pingers to deter dolphins and whales and the shark repellent technology (SRT). “We believe in innovation. In this regard we are vigorously pursuing SRT as part of our efforts to protecting bathers from shark attacks, which is our public mandate. The repellent cable has proven to be safe so far for humans and marine life, and we hopes that it can soon replace the nets and drumlines,” said Radebe. Public Outreach Dynamic audio-visual shows and dissection of sharks are both educational and entertaining. There are also boat trips to venture out to sea to watch the shark safety gear off Durban’s Golden Mile. Boat trips lasting for two hours leave Wilson’s Wharf at 06:30 and they offer opportunistic viewing of marine life including seabirds. The public can enjoy an informative walkabout at the KZNSB’s renowned Shark Museum that is home to a variety of life-like replicas of sharks, including an 892kg Great White Shark as well as other marine animals. Furthermore, KZNSB undertakes awareness programmes in bather safety, and presents its programmes to the public, through boat tours, static display areas on site, outreach programmes, website, external exhibitions/displays, social media, radio interviews, publications and advertisements. KZNSB has embraced fostering Corporate Social Investment (CSI) in various avenues, mainly the on-going Outreach Programme that delivers a solid marine education to learners in all provinces in South Africa, especially focusing on those learners who do not have the opportunity to visit the coast and know very little about the sea, sharks, and other marine life. Advice on reducing pollution in rivers and on the beaches are all part of the programme presented to the learners and educators. KZNSB hosts beach clean-ups at identified beaches one day a month for two hours. This contributes to the reduction of sea washed debris, including, plastic and other pollution on the popular beaches. The KZNSB invites communities to the beach clean-ups as part of a drive to get them involved in the campaign and ensure that tourists and locals alike have a good beach experience in a clean environment. Maritime Centre of Excellence The KZNSB established a 'Maritime Centre of Excellence' (MCoE) in 2012. The institute facilitates the development of skills in trade, occupation and SMMEs in the environment of ocean and coastal shipping, inland waterways, aquaculture, port activities, maritime security, boat building, boat repair and associated land-based activities, with a focus on youth and previously disadvantaged communities to be beneficiaries of these skills. The MCoE works closely with various Sector Education Training Authorities (SETAs) including the Transport Education Training Authority (TETA), Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (MerSETA), as well as Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority (ETDP SETA) along with a number of accredited training service providers and is a registered ICDL training and assessment centre. Full Name of Company KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence Nature of Business: Public Entity of the Province of KwaZulu-Natal Date Established: Ordinance 101964 Auditors / Accountants: Auditor-General KZN VISION Environmentally sensitive bather protection against sharks and thriving maritime skills sector enhance human economic development. MISSION The KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence strives to be a leader in environmentally sensitive protection of bathers against sharks and capacity building in the maritime sector. KEY PERSONNEL Acting CEO: Mr. Harry Mbambo Head of Operations: Mike Anderson-Reade Head of Research: Geremy Cliff CFO: Nelisiwe Bulose Head of Corporate Services: Mr Mxolisi Msomi Executive Business Development: Harry Mbambo CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 1A Herrwood Drive, Umhlanga Postal Address: Private Bag 2, Umhlanga, 4320 Tel: +27 (0)31 566 0400 Fax: +27 (0)31 566 0499 E-mail: info@shark.co.za Website: www.shark.co.za KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence The KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence (KZNSB) (MCoE) established in 1964, strives to be a leader in environmentally sensitive protection of bathers against sharks and capacity building in the maritime sector

CHRIS TYSON's interest in the property industry started from an early age as his family comes from a property background Subscribe Home KZN Leaders Up Up Chris Tyson CHRIS TYSON's interest in the property industry started from an early age as his family comes from a property background I expect a lot but also give a lot in return. I look at every employee as a partner CHRIS TYSON's interest in the property industry started from an early age as his family comes from a property background. Tyson said, "My father had a construction company. My mother was an agent for many years and owned her own agency. I can remember going to property viewings with her as a small boy." In 2001, his own real estate career started as an agent for a small agency in Durban. He then moved to a larger agency, where he built his initial Tyson Properties team. In 2005, the first Tyson Properties office was opened in Durban. Over the past year, Tyson Properties has consolidated its presence in the KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape and Gauteng markets and now has 31 offices. Going forward, Tyson Properties is expected to continue as a leader in the KwaZulu-Natal provincial property sector and grow the group's national footprint. In Gauteng, Tyson Properties have extended its footprint drastically and opened a new flagship office in Dunkeld West to accommodate its growth into the Sandton and Parks areas. Tyson Properties is also in negotiations to open its third office in Johannesburg later this year. In addition to marketing residential, commercial and rental properties, Tyson Properties has expanded its service offering to include a property management division that specialises in the administration of a number of exclusive properties and sectional title developments. Although there are many influences on a business success. Tyson says that that it has become a business owner's responsibility to make sure that their business is sustainable by constantly challenging the norm and striving for change and excellence. "Often doing new things means cutting existing budgets to achieve this. We do, however, see this as an advantage and have always used tough times to grow the company to position ourselves better for upturns in the marketplace. One either has to have reserves to ensure sustainability or work within a budget that creates reserves. This however can stunt the growth of a company," says Tyson. Part of ensuring sustainability is apparent in his leadership style, which he says is very relaxed. However, says Tyson, "I expect a lot but also give a lot in return. I look at every employee as a partner." "I also believe that I'm very inclusive and involve the team in driving projects and campaigns. I have always tried to balance the work environment, making it fair for both the agent and the company. This is achieved by supporting my internal team and building partnerships with outsourced agencies such as our marketing agency and public relations consultant." One of the business development advances that is extremely close to his heart is in the development of the newly formed After Sales Division. This division will deal with every aspect of the sale, from the date the sale agreement is signed, to the day that the property transfers, and beyond. "With the increase of first time buyers coming into the market we feel we can add real value here, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible advice and guidance," commented Tyson. Tyson is also committed to giving back to the community, which he says, "is very much a part of who I am and something I am passionate about". Before branching out into real estate, his early working career was for a large non-profit organisation. Consequently, each of the Tyson branches has their own social responsibility projects in their areas. Tyson Properties is also working hard at developing a group initiative. When not at work, Tyson spends time with his family to ensure that his own life is balanced. He concluded, "My personal life is very important to me and I make sure I balance it. I am married and have a son of four and a half years. We are a very homely family and we love to travel. We also enjoy the outdoors and keeping fit."

We need to develop our young people to meet the needs of their generation and of the future, to create positive change < Back Fatima Moolla Centre Manager SmartXchange Port Shepstone Fatima Moolla is one of the KZN South Coast’s leading businesswomen. She has completed a B. Com (Accounting and Economics), PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education), an MBA, as well as a certificate in Incubation Governance and Management. As a child growing up in a business-oriented family, Fatima developed her astute business sense from a very young age by observing and working alongside her parents in their family-owned businesses. Their mentorship and guidance provided the platform for her to pursue her dreams to succeed in business. Before joining the business world, Fatima was a teacher at Port Shepstone Secondary for eight years. However, the desire to take up a new challenge and a sense of a ‘calling’ saw her joining SmartXchange in 2015 as centre manager at the newly established branch in Port Shepstone. Fatima’s dynamic leadership produced amazing results as the Port Shepstone incubator grew beyond expectations and exceeded its three-year targets within the first year. This success, says Fatima, was ‘awesome’ as she was concerned that they would not be able to get the type of incubates and businesses that SmartXchange was looking for in a small town. The incubator has received local recognition by winning the Port Shepstone Mayoral Award twice since inception and contributed to the overall recognition of SmartXchange as a provincial and national leader in the incubation ecosystem. The success at Port Shepstone served as a stimulus to establish a township Digital Hub in KwaMashu with further replication plans on expanding into rural areas. Rewarding beyond expectation Fatima says that working at SmartXchange and being part of the entrepreneurial and innovative journey, supporting and contributing towards the success of a small business or the development of an innovation has rewards that are far beyond any expectation. “I get super excited to see the growth and development of our start-ups during our coaching, mentoring and business development sessions. I am proud to announce that four innovations, which are currently being commercialised, were developed at Port Shepstone.” Innovate Logistics is an optimisation of delivery loads; Eazi Health ID is a 360-degree medical app that manages patients’ records, bookings, referrals etc., Smart Beehive Management uses technology to manage the harvesting and well-being of a beehive and SA Smart Film Art is a platform promoting and linking local producers, scriptwriters, actors and aspirant filmmakers. Fatima admits that while this job comes with its fair share of challenges, the opportunities encourage her to persevere and draw on her own strengths. “I prefer to look at myself as someone who stands alone, who believes in what she does and who goes out there and does it.” She adds that she does not have the space for the male/female argument or agenda in her life. Fatima prefers to see projects as team directed rather than focusing on individual differences. Building prosperous communities In reflecting on the general challenges her ecosystem faces, Fatima says, “The accessibility of cheap, reliable internet connectivity is still one of our major challenges in township and rural areas as we strive to build communities and societies that can prosper through fair and equitable access to information, data and resources. It was exciting for our team when we onboarded a company that provides internet connectivity to township and rural areas using the concept of Television White Spaces (TVWS). The roll out of this technology means that previously disadvantaged and inaccessible communities now have an opportunity to digitise their products and services enabling the democratisation of technology and transfer of knowledge.” With her experience in setting up the Port Shepstone SmartXchange Incubator, Fatima was given the opportunity to lead the establishment of the Living Labs, funded by the National Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), in KwaMashu. This project presented the opportunity of incorporating the Living Labs within the SmartXchange KwaMashu Digital Hub. One of her current goals is to see the KwaMashu centre completely functional. The Digital Hub in KwaMashu has created a strategic link to the township economy and her team is now working on co-creation projects with their stakeholders and township communities to address the challenges faced by a lack of digitisation of local businesses and also problems around domestic and industrial waste, crime and the lack of technology in early childhood centres. All the co-creation projects are focused on the integration of youth, women, and people with physical challenges as the economic empowerment opportunities within these groups is miniscule. Fatima says, “I am blessed to be part of an organisation that is constantly evolving. My opportunities to learn and grow have increased exponentially as we embrace the 4IR and my passion to explore new opportunities for our SMME’s often keeps me awake, feeding my dreams of growing both rural and township economies to become a reality.” Creating positive change In the future, Fatima would like to use her knowledge in the education space to develop innovations and systems that would allow our education system to function better to be meaningful and impactful. “We need to develop our young people to meet the needs of their generation and of the future, to create positive change,” she says. In advising other women, Fatima says, “Firstly, I would like women to educate themselves holistically to develop as innovators, leaders and globally recognised persona. The spectrum of education is infinite and there is so much you can learn at different levels. Once you have the empowerment of education, follow your passions and chase your dreams. It is your life, and you have to write your own story.” In her personal capacity Fatima serves on the executive of an organisation called Sisters for Humanity (S4H). Their core focus is providing relief to impoverished societies wherever they may be. This is achieved through intensive fundraising within our networks and communities. “The impacts achieved give us joy, and adds meaning to life as well,” concludes Fatima.

< Back AML Group 19 Sulzer Pl, Phoenix Industrial, Phoenix, 4156, South Africa Nature of Business: Construction Materials, Wholesale, Distribution, Logistics, Mining Raksha Laghari VISION Our vision is to empower our customers with cost- effective, reliable products, while contributing to the development and sustainability of South Africa’s construction and infrastructure sectors. MISSION To provide high-quality South African produced, construction materials and exceptional customer service to support the success of our partners in the construction industry. We are committed to delivering reliable, cost- effective solutions, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering long-term relationships with, retailers, contractors, builders, and suppliers. Through integrity, innovation, and a customer-first approach, we aim to be the trusted partner for all your construction material needs. About AML is a proudly South African building materials distribution company committed to exclusively supplying locally manufactured products. With a vision rooted in supporting local industry, AML is poised to become the largest independent distributor of locally sourced building materials in the country. Leading in Cement Distribution At the core of AML’s operations is the exclusive distribution of Afrisam cement across KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) and the Western Cape. Over the past decade, the company has experienced extraordinary growth in both business operations and sales, solidifying its position as the second-largest locally sold cement brand in KZN. Roofing and Beyond AML is the nation’s largest independent distributor of concrete roofing materials, proudly representing Marley Roofing products on an exclusive basis. The company’s portfolio extends to the distribution of other high-quality building materials, including: • Corobrik: Renowned for premium clay brick solutions. • Etex Internal Systems: Offering a full range of partition and ceiling boards. • Steel Reinforcing: Providing robust solutions for construction projects. • Water Tanks: Essential for water storage needs. All products are supported by AML’s unmatched local expertise, professional advice, and exceptional technical support, ensuring customers receive only the best. Transport Fleet – Built for Growth To meet the demands of its expanding operations, AML operates a state-of-the-art fleet of 57 long- distance superlink trucks, featuring industry-leading Mercedes, Volvo, and Scania vehicles. This fleet, already a cornerstone of AML’s efficient logistics, is set to double in the upcoming year, ensuring even greater service capacity. Expanding into Aggregates and Readymix AML’s recent acquisition of Afrisam SA’s Aggregates and Readymix operations in Newcastle and Ladysmith marks a significant milestone. • AML Aggregates Newcastle: This quarry, the only established one in the area, boasts a production capacity of 30,000 tons per month across a wide range of aggregate materials. With over 50 years of operational excellence, the Newcastle quarry is celebrated as one of the best and most efficient in South Africa. Fully compliant with DMRE regulations and SABS standards, its materials are graded monthly by Soilco, with up-to-date grading sheets readily available for customers. AML prides itself on delivering consistent, high-quality supply to meet the demanding schedules of the construction industry. • AML Readymix Newcastle: Following a seamless transition from Afrisam, AML Readymix continues to operate with the same experienced staff and unwavering commitment to quality. The batching plant produces concrete of the highest standards, with mix designs rigorously monitored internally and externally. Materials are tested daily to ensure optimal performance in heat, moisture, slump management, and strength. Backed by a dedicated in-house testing lab and technical team, AML Readymix guarantees that its customers receive reliable, superior products. Delivery is managed by a modern fleet of four new FAW trucks, ensuring timely service. Commitment to Excellence AML’s unwavering dedication to quality, service, and supporting local industries has positioned it as a trusted partner in South Africa’s construction sector. With ambitious growth plans and a steadfast focus on customer satisfaction, AML continues to build excellence, one project at a time. Full Name of Company: AML Group Nature of Business: Construction Materials, Wholesale, Distribution, Logistics, Mining Services / Products: Cement, Roof Tiles, Bricks, Boards, Readymix Concrete, Dolerite Date Established: June 2009 Subsidiaries: AML – Distributions, Cement, Roofing, Wholesaling, Logistics, Aggregates Newcastle, Readymix Newcastle, Aggregates Ladysmith, Readymix Ladysmith Customer Base: We have a national customer base ranging from retailers, construction companies and concrete product manufacturers. Customers include national chain retailer and independent stores. No. of Employees: +100 B-BBEE Status: Level 2 Latest News Company News Blog Keep up with the latest trends and insights. Check out our blog today! Click Here

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Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is one of five operating divisions of Transnet SOC Ltd. The National Ports Authority is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient economic functioning of the national port system, which it manages in a landlord capacityTransnet National Ports Authority- Port of DurbanRichard VallihuTransnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is one of five operating divisions of Transnet SOC Ltd. The National Ports Authority is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient economic functioning of the national port system, which it manages in a landlord capacity. The division provides port infrastructure and marine services at the eight commercial seaports in South Africa - Richards Bay, Durban, Saldanha, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London, Mossel Bay and Ngqura. TNPA operates within a legislative and regulatory environment and is governed by the National Ports Act (Act No. 12 of 2005). TNPA is playing a key role in the South African government's Operation Phakisa: Oceans Economy initiative that aims to grow the economy through marine transport and manufacturing. Richard Vallihu, Chief Executive at TNPA, recently said: "Ports are a catalyst for economic growth. By opening up the Oceans Economy and redistributing the value proposition that the ports offer, to a wider range of role players and stakeholders, our ports are playing an incredibly important role in addressing the three scourges plaguing South Africa: unemployment, poverty and inequality." In order to address these issues and that of radical port transformation, TNPA is focusing on Smart People's Ports, Modernisation of Ports and Building Marine Capability, among other programmes. Smart People's Ports TNPA is embracing the 'Internet of Things' and pioneering digital projects in the ports that are in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution. By harnessing the power of technology and applying this in the ports, the intention is to create communication platforms that enable sharing of information with a much wider audience. By raising awareness of port careers and business opportunities TNPA hopes to attract bright young minds and skilled entrepreneurs to be part of the radical port transformation journey. "In addition, we are working very closely with the municipalities in our port cities as well as with the Ports Regulator to ensure that our plans to create Smart People's Ports are integrated for the benefit of the regions and for South Africa as a whole," said Vallihu. Modernisation of Ports Modernisation of the South African Ports is another important aspect of Radical Port Reform. The Port of Durban has numerous projects underway to widen, deepen and lengthen berths and improve other port infrastructure, so that it can better cater to the needs of the global maritime industry, with its ever increasing size of visiting vessels. The KwaZulu Cruise Terminal, a joint venture between MSA Cruises SA and Africa Armada Consortium, has also been announced as the preferred bidder for the Durban Cruise Terminal worth R100-million. "It will be another asset within our Radical Port Reform that will create more opportunities by opening up our port to private sector partnerships and the communities in which we operate" said Vallihu. At the Port of Richards Bay, TNPA is looking into procuring a flexible ship repair facility through the private sector. This would allow the industry to identify opportunities in oil and gas support, ship repair and associated marine manufacturing activities supported by the Richards Bay IDZ at the port. Potential sites for these projects are identified as the undeveloped Causarina area of the port and the repair quay. The current tug building project is part of the wider fleet replacement programme that covers tugs, new dredging vessels and new marine aviation helicopters - all of which falls under TNPA's R56 billion contribution to Transnet's R300 billion-plus Market Demand Strategy, or MDS, which is now in its fifth year. The tug building contract valued at R1.4 billion is the largest single contract TNPA has ever awarded to a South African company for the building of harbour craft. "If we improve efficiency and turnaround times, we can reduce the cost of doing business and we can begin to attract business from elsewhere," said Vallihu. Building Marine Capability One focus area for TNPA is in building its own intellectual capital by expanding its Research and Development capabilities. TNPA also want to ensure that it develops the competence within the local ship building industry to engineer and build a South African fleet, making use of world-class technology. To further support this, TNPA is focusing on schools that will complement the Transnet Maritime School of Excellence. Transnet has set aside a record-breaking R7, 7bn for training over the next 10 years. This will allow the skills development drive to continue, focusing on young South Africans, whom are being developed in various aspects of port and marine operations. These include the Tug Masters who will one day operate the brand new fleet of tugs currently being delivered and the Marine Engineers who will be tasked with ensuring that these tugs performs to optimal efficiency. Full Name of Company: Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) Industry Sector: Transport, storage and communication Date Established: 2000 when Transnet’s port division, Portnet, was divided into operations and landlord businesses namely, SAPO (Transnet Port Terminals) and National Port Authority (TNPA) Customer Base: Shipping industry KEY PERSONNEL Chief Executive: Richard Vallihu CONTACT DETAILS Port of Durban Postal Address: PO Box 1027 Durban 4000 Tel: +27 (0)31 361 3755 Fax: +27 (0)31 361 8835 / +27 (0)86 639 3048 Customer Call Centre Tel: +27 (0)86 010 9330 Public Affairs Dept Tel: +27 (0)31 361 8527 Marine Department Tel: +27 (0)31 361 8688 Port of Richards Bay Postal Address: PO Box 181, Richards Bay, 3900 Tel: +27 (0)35 905 3604 / 3118 Fax: +27 (0)35 905 3333 E-mail: CustomerCare@transnet.net Website: www.transnetnationalportsauthority.net Richard Vallihu Radical port transformation Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is one of five operating divisions of Transnet SOC Ltd. The National Ports Authority is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient economic functioning of the national port system, which it manages in a landlord capacity. The division provides port infrastructure and marine services at the eight commercial seaports in South Africa - Richards Bay, Durban, Saldanha, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London, Mossel Bay and Ngqura. TNPA operates within a legislative and regulatory environment and is governed by the National Ports Act (Act No. 12 of 2005). TNPA is playing a key role in the South African government's Operation Phakisa: Oceans Economy initiative that aims to grow the economy through marine transport and manufacturing. Richard Vallihu, Chief Executive at TNPA, recently said: "Ports are a catalyst for economic growth. By opening up the Oceans Economy and redistributing the value proposition that the ports offer, to a wider range of role players and stakeholders, our ports are playing an incredibly important role in addressing the three scourges plaguing South Africa: unemployment, poverty and inequality." In order to address these issues and that of radical port transformation, TNPA is focusing on Smart People's Ports, Modernisation of Ports and Building Marine Capability, among other programmes. Smart People's Ports TNPA is embracing the 'Internet of Things' and pioneering digital projects in the ports that are in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution. By harnessing the power of technology and applying this in the ports, the intention is to create communication platforms that enable sharing of information with a much wider audience. By raising awareness of port careers and business opportunities TNPA hopes to attract bright young minds and skilled entrepreneurs to be part of the radical port transformation journey. "In addition, we are working very closely with the municipalities in our port cities as well as with the Ports Regulator to ensure that our plans to create Smart People's Ports are integrated for the benefit of the regions and for South Africa as a whole," said Vallihu. Modernisation of Ports Modernisation of the South African Ports is another important aspect of Radical Port Reform. The Port of Durban has numerous projects underway to widen, deepen and lengthen berths and improve other port infrastructure, so that it can better cater to the needs of the global maritime industry, with its ever increasing size of visiting vessels. The KwaZulu Cruise Terminal, a joint venture between MSA Cruises SA and Africa Armada Consortium, has also been announced as the preferred bidder for the Durban Cruise Terminal worth R100-million. "It will be another asset within our Radical Port Reform that will create more opportunities by opening up our port to private sector partnerships and the communities in which we operate" said Vallihu. At the Port of Richards Bay, TNPA is looking into procuring a flexible ship repair facility through the private sector. This would allow the industry to identify opportunities in oil and gas support, ship repair and associated marine manufacturing activities supported by the Richards Bay IDZ at the port. Potential sites for these projects are identified as the undeveloped Causarina area of the port and the repair quay. The current tug building project is part of the wider fleet replacement programme that covers tugs, new dredging vessels and new marine aviation helicopters - all of which falls under TNPA's R56 billion contribution to Transnet's R300 billion-plus Market Demand Strategy, or MDS, which is now in its fifth year. The tug building contract valued at R1.4 billion is the largest single contract TNPA has ever awarded to a South African company for the building of harbour craft. "If we improve efficiency and turnaround times, we can reduce the cost of doing business and we can begin to attract business from elsewhere," said Vallihu. Building Marine Capability One focus area for TNPA is in building its own intellectual capital by expanding its Research and Development capabilities. TNPA also want to ensure that it develops the competence within the local ship building industry to engineer and build a South African fleet, making use of world-class technology. To further support this, TNPA is focusing on schools that will complement the Transnet Maritime School of Excellence. Transnet has set aside a record-breaking R7, 7bn for training over the next 10 years. This will allow the skills development drive to continue, focusing on young South Africans, whom are being developed in various aspects of port and marine operations. These include the Tug Masters who will one day operate the brand new fleet of tugs currently being delivered and the Marine Engineers who will be tasked with ensuring that these tugs performs to optimal efficiency. Full Name of Company: Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) Industry Sector: Transport, storage and communication Date Established: 2000 when Transnet’s port division, Portnet, was divided into operations and landlord businesses namely, SAPO (Transnet Port Terminals) and National Port Authority (TNPA) Customer Base: Shipping industry KEY PERSONNEL Chief Executive: Richard Vallihu CONTACT DETAILS Port of Durban Postal Address: PO Box 1027 Durban 4000 Tel: +27 (0)31 361 3755 Fax: +27 (0)31 361 8835 / +27 (0)86 639 3048 Customer Call Centre Tel: +27 (0)86 010 9330 Public Affairs Dept Tel: +27 (0)31 361 8527 Marine Department Tel: +27 (0)31 361 8688 Port of Richards Bay Postal Address: PO Box 181, Richards Bay, 3900 Tel: +27 (0)35 905 3604 / 3118 Fax: +27 (0)35 905 3333 E-mail: CustomerCare@transnet.net Website: www.transnetnationalportsauthority.net Transnet National Ports Authority- Port of Durban Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is one of five operating divisions of Transnet SOC Ltd. The National Ports Authority is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient economic functioning of the national port system, which it manages in a landlord capacity