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Dragon Protection Services was established at the beginning of 1998 in Durban in response to an identified need for specialist security and protection services provisionDragon Protection Services Dragon Protection Services was established at the beginning of 1998 in Durban in response to an identified need for specialist security and protection services provisionDragon Protection Services was established at the beginning of 1998 in Durban in response to an identified need for specialist security and protection services provision. The company now has branches in ten locations across southern Africa, serving mostly corporate, government and commercial clients. Dragon has highly qualified and experienced personal, some of whom possess considerable international and South African training, qualifications, and operational experience in a diverse range of security management and skills. Consequently, the company is well able to meet the specific, identified needs of its clients. The founder, Manhar Parshotam is a global leader in the security and close protection industry and is known as an expert in risk assessment and profiling. Manhar has completed many overt and covert assignments locally and internationally within the industry and has gained a vast amount of knowledge. Today, he undertakes an operational commander role or team leading position, planning, undertaking an operation. His oversight of Dragon Protection Services has made the company grow from strength to strength. Trisha Gokool Parshotam is the major shareholder and partner of Dragon Protection Services. She heads up the marketing and sales division. Trisha has an honours degree in strategic marketing and is passionate about her brand. Central Control Room Dragon Protection Services operates a central control room, based at its head office in Durban. All satellite control rooms report directly to this control room on an hourly basis giving senior management direct control over all operations nationwide. Vehicles Dragon Protection Services fleet is broken down into three divisions namely, the inspection division, the reaction division, and the management division. All vehicles are monitored using Netstar’s online vigil systems. Recruitment Any individual wanting to join the company must undergo a stringent line of tests prior to being considered as a Dragon. Guarding Division Dragon Protection Services has the capacity to handle small and large operations. Anything from 1 – 150 security officers can be deployed on permanent and ad hoc basis. Close Protection Close Protection Officers (CPO), also known as an Executive Protection Officer (EPO) or Bodyguards (BG), are highly trained, multi-skilled professionals who have been recruited and briefed by Dragon instructors up to world-class standards. Dragon Protection is a trusted partner and provider of CPOs for the protection of government officials, diplomats, international business executives and celebrities around the world. Eventing From inception, planning and to implementation, the special operations division will be able to handle all your requirements for an event. Dragon handles many events locally and nationally in South Africa. Secure Drive This security service is orientated for persons needing minimal security and a driver service. Secure drive can be tailored to meet a client’s specific need. This service is typically used for point to point or half/full day assignments. Executive Concierge An all-round global service, which includes the following: • Travel planning, risk assessments, logistics • Supply of driver, PA, security, local mobile phone, office facilities • Bookings and itineraries • Boardroom facilities and meeting rooms arranged at your location Training and Consulting Training is administered by Dragon Protection Services while instructors from the United Kingdom and United States are brought in to facilitate. These instructors are specialists in their respective fields and are linked to special forces. Candidates are then accredited by City and guilds in United Kingdom and the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) in South Africa. Dragon Protection Services has been involved in consulting, advising, planning, and implementing security principles for many organisations. Talks are also delivered on safety and how to be aware, to corporates and their teams as part of their health and wellness weeks. Keeping and feeling safe form part of a healthy mind in these times that we live in. Full Name of Company: Dragon Protection Services Nature of Business: Security Services: Close protection officers, venue and event security, armed and unarmed security officers, K9 patrols, crime prevention, armed banking, escorting, drivers, armed reaction, and safety talks. Date Established: 1999 Customer Base: Medical, engineering, construction, property management, banks, major corporates No. of Employees: 300 Industry Quality Standards: PSIRA regulated B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION To be the leaders in our industry by delivering guarding and hospitality services in one. MISSION Always remember you’re a Dragon, we serve protect and deliver. KEY PERSONNEL Founder: Manhar Parshotam CEO: Trisha Gokool Parshotam CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Suite 301, Bro Hill Building, 76 Mathews Meyiwa Road, Greyville, Durban, 4023 Tel: 086 138 7228 Email: info@dragonprotection.co.za Website: www.dragonprotection.co.za Branches: Durban, Pretoria, Johannesburg & Cape Town TRISHA GOKOOL PARSHOTAM is exceptionally proud of the success of Dragon Protection Services and is passionate about her brand. She is a major shareholder and partner in the company and heads up the marketing and sales division. Dragon Protection Services was launched by her husband, Manhar Parshotam, in 1995, and relaunched in 2007 after a few years of working in the finance sector. According to Trisha, the company really got off the ground during the 2010 World Cup when they managed to get a car on the road and brand it. Trisha says, "From there it's been a wonderful nine years." She flags her decision in 2011 to 'pour her passion' into growing their brand as the start of their journey. Trisha followed her school career at Durban Girls' College with an Honours degree in strategic market-ing at the then University of Natal. As a brand specialist, she has had the expertise to grow their business from strength to strength. Dragon Protection Services is a security company that provides (hu)manpower incorporating armed and unarmed guarding and escorting trucks from port to border, their specialty being bodyguarding celebrities, government VIPs, and sports personalities. Bonding in the car When Trisha recalls their early days of running the business she chuckles, describing how - as newly-weds who were the managers/supervisors/directors - they spent their time bonding in the car while driving around checking their sites at 6 am in the morning, and again in the evening for around three to four hours at a time. "We did not have a full night's sleep for maybe two to three years. We had the radio going, the cellphone ringing... There was no office - it was our dining room table in our two and a half-bedroom flat!" Trisha attributes their success to community support and prioritising their expenses. She feels they were blessed by people who had started small, the way they had, and gave them the opportunity to guard their properties or their businesses once they had developed them. Living life less indulgently was a must and became the foundation of Trisha's lifestyle. She admits to having learned a lot from Manhar who she describes as "a bit older, a bit wiser, and more streetwise", his considered approach balancing her spontaneity. Vision for the future Although they have an exciting vision for the future, Trisha says that there've been times when they've been tempted to work for someone, knowing there's a guaranteed pay cheque in their pocket at the end of each month, relieving them of the pressure of finding staff salaries on time. However, their commitment to empower and give people jobs is what keeps Dragon going. Trisha is firm that you have to have faith: "You need to believe that you are where you are for a reason and that you're going to keep moving forward." Dragon focuses on hiring staff, deliberately incorporating women, who live in the area where the work is so that all residents benefit from those developments. Their vision is to start up a training centre focusing on merging the role of hospitality with security, which Trisha describes as a niche market. She wants her staff to know that their purpose goes beyond being a presence at the door, and she wants to help them to shift their perspective of themselves and their work, to know that they serve a greater purpose. Believe in yourself Trisha derives inspiration from herself, as well as family members, saying: "If you don't believe in yourself and you can't inspire yourself, then who are you? You need to understand who you are, what your purpose is, what your core competencies are, and once you know that you will inspire yourself." She's also been inspired by videos and books, and witnessing how her father and grandmother, from small beginnings, have grown empires. Her mother too, who 'held the fort at home', has been an inspiration. "I'm not only inspired as a businesswoman, I'm inspired as a mother... That cape never comes off us and that inspiration has come from my mother. Also, there are very few women in the security industry so that, to me, is my inspiration - knowing that there's one of me." Trisha identifies being a woman in a male-dominated industry as a perpetual challenge, particularly when pitching for her business in the boardroom and all the questions are then put to her husband. "Unfortunately, women have to have a different approach to men in business, simply because we're wired differently. The story of 'Women are from Venus, Men are from Mars', is absolutely true." Speaking from experience, she adds: "Together, as a team, men and women are amazing. We both have different ingredients that we can add to this amazing build up... We work together, I work hand in hand with men." Achieving a work-life balance is not a struggle for Trisha who, after initially feeling guilty for returning to work after becoming a mother, rationalised her position in the workplace by acknowledging that she needs to serve a higher purpose where her skills are needed and she can add value. Her advice to her younger self would be, "That was awesome. I'm so happy you did what you did!" She continues: "For me, if I didn't do all of what I did then, I wouldn't be where I am today so there would be no other advice...Live every day to what your heart wants to try and see what you can be."Full Name of Company: Dragon Protection Services Nature of Business: Security Services: Close protection officers, venue and event security, armed and unarmed security officers, K9 patrols, crime prevention, armed banking, escorting, drivers, armed reaction, and safety talks. Date Established: 1999 Customer Base: Medical, engineering, construction, property management, banks, major corporates No. of Employees: 300 Industry Quality Standards: PSIRA regulated B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION To be the leaders in our industry by delivering guarding and hospitality services in one. MISSION Always remember you’re a Dragon, we serve protect and deliver. KEY PERSONNEL Founder: Manhar Parshotam CEO: Trisha Gokool Parshotam CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Suite 301, Bro Hill Building, 76 Mathews Meyiwa Road, Greyville, Durban, 4023 Tel: 086 138 7228 Email: info@dragonprotection.co.za Website: www.dragonprotection.co.za Branches: Durban, Pretoria, Johannesburg & Cape Town 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: Dragon Protection Services Nature of Business: Security Services: Close protection officers, venue and event security, armed and unarmed security officers, K9 patrols, crime prevention, armed banking, escorting, drivers, armed reaction, and safety talks. Date Established: 1999 Customer Base: Medical, engineering, construction, property management, banks, major corporates No. of Employees: 300 Industry Quality Standards: PSIRA regulated B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION To be the leaders in our industry by delivering guarding and hospitality services in one. MISSION Always remember you’re a Dragon, we serve protect and deliver. KEY PERSONNEL Founder: Manhar Parshotam CEO: Trisha Gokool Parshotam CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: Suite 301, Bro Hill Building, 76 Mathews Meyiwa Road, Greyville, Durban, 4023 Tel: 086 138 7228 Email: info@dragonprotection.co.za Website: www.dragonprotection.co.za Branches: Durban, Pretoria, Johannesburg & Cape Town Dragon Protection Services was established at the beginning of 1998 in Durban in response to an identified need for specialist security and protection services provision. The company now has branches in ten locations across southern Africa, serving mostly corporate, government and commercial clients. Dragon has highly qualified and experienced personal, some of whom possess considerable international and South African training, qualifications, and operational experience in a diverse range of security management and skills. Consequently, the company is well able to meet the specific, identified needs of its clients. The founder, Manhar Parshotam is a global leader in the security and close protection industry and is known as an expert in risk assessment and profiling. Manhar has completed many overt and covert assignments locally and internationally within the industry and has gained a vast amount of knowledge. Today, he undertakes an operational commander role or team leading position, planning, undertaking an operation. His oversight of Dragon Protection Services has made the company grow from strength to strength. Trisha Gokool Parshotam is the major shareholder and partner of Dragon Protection Services. She heads up the marketing and sales division. Trisha has an honours degree in strategic marketing and is passionate about her brand. Central Control Room Dragon Protection Services operates a central control room, based at its head office in Durban. All satellite control rooms report directly to this control room on an hourly basis giving senior management direct control over all operations nationwide. Vehicles Dragon Protection Services fleet is broken down into three divisions namely, the inspection division, the reaction division, and the management division. All vehicles are monitored using Netstar’s online vigil systems. Recruitment Any individual wanting to join the company must undergo a stringent line of tests prior to being considered as a Dragon. Guarding Division Dragon Protection Services has the capacity to handle small and large operations. Anything from 1 – 150 security officers can be deployed on permanent and ad hoc basis. Close Protection Close Protection Officers (CPO), also known as an Executive Protection Officer (EPO) or Bodyguards (BG), are highly trained, multi-skilled professionals who have been recruited and briefed by Dragon instructors up to world-class standards. Dragon Protection is a trusted partner and provider of CPOs for the protection of government officials, diplomats, international business executives and celebrities around the world. Eventing From inception, planning and to implementation, the special operations division will be able to handle all your requirements for an event. Dragon handles many events locally and nationally in South Africa. Secure Drive This security service is orientated for persons needing minimal security and a driver service. Secure drive can be tailored to meet a client’s specific need. This service is typically used for point to point or half/full day assignments. Executive Concierge An all-round global service, which includes the following: • Travel planning, risk assessments, logistics • Supply of driver, PA, security, local mobile phone, office facilities • Bookings and itineraries • Boardroom facilities and meeting rooms arranged at your location Training and Consulting Training is administered by Dragon Protection Services while instructors from the United Kingdom and United States are brought in to facilitate. These instructors are specialists in their respective fields and are linked to special forces. Candidates are then accredited by City and guilds in United Kingdom and the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) in South Africa. Dragon Protection Services has been involved in consulting, advising, planning, and implementing security principles for many organisations. Talks are also delivered on safety and how to be aware, to corporates and their teams as part of their health and wellness weeks. Keeping and feeling safe form part of a healthy mind in these times that we live in. More About the CEO Manhar Parshotam and Trisha Gokool Parshotam Meet the CEO

Afro's Chicken Shop is a homegrown food brand that has, until recently, been KwaZulu-Natal's best kept secret. We are a small start-up that is proudly local and passionate about the environmentAfro's Chicken ShopAfro's Chicken Shop is a homegrown food brand that has, until recently, been KwaZulu-Natal's best kept secret. We are a small start-up that is proudly local and passionate about the environmentAfro's Chicken Shop is a homegrown food brand that has, until recently, been KwaZulu-Natal's best kept secret. We are a small start-up that is proudly local and passionate about the environment. Afro's Chicken Shop was born and raised in KZN. Although the brand has been establishing shops in new provinces (Gauteng & Western Cape), our focus is still firmly on KZN as our largest source of revenue. This is not incidental - the company's growth strategy is heavily focused KZN and we have chosen to grow the brand in its starting market first before opening in new provinces. Currently, the brand has 12 shops in KZN, with only five shops in other provinces. Within KZN, our primary region is the eThekwini municipality. Here, we are geographically dispersed and feature within multiple economic hubs. The Durban community are avid Afro's supporters and help to drive our new shop location decisions. Local One of Afro's core values is "Local". Although the idea can be applied to us being home grown in KZN, it has implications both wider and narrower than this scope. This is a value that drives decision making in almost all key aspects of our business. Afro's has taken the decision to never buy chicken that is not locally raised - we do not support the dumping of product by other countries (harming our economy and reducing the ability of local farmers and the production chain to create or maintain jobs). This has direct financial implications on our business - we are giving up margin by not buying the cheapest product that meets specifications. However, we believe that this is a critical stand to be made, and trust that the goodwill generated from good business practices such as this will outweigh the short-term opportunity cost in the long run. To be local is to support KZN We believe Afro's has contributed to our province economically not just through our general day-to-day business processes, but by adding value to the tourism sector as well. Our iconic beachfront container (the first ever permanent Afro's shop) has been featured in numerous international publications. We have made it our status quo to employ young, usually unskilled, staff for our shops. We endeavour to provide meaningful employment for them and pay a fixed monthly salary that is not based on hours or shifts worked. We try hard to promote motivated individuals from within, and train accordingly to support this goal. More often than not, our supply chain is made up of local KZN businesses as opposed to national established corporates. We have used the same local baker for almost the entirety of Afro's life. Our local fresh produce supplier obtains almost all his produce at the Durban market - we deal with some fluctuation in quality and price because we believe it is vital that the food we consume is produced where we live to protect our environment. Our key packaging is produced in KZN, not abroad. Our coffee beans are roasted not only within KZN, but within one of our shops! We are proud to be partnered with the one-lady team taking the coffee roasting business by storm in KZN. Outside of the supply chain, we also enjoy collaborations with other KZN institutions, brands and people. Amanda Laird Cherry, a local clothing designer, collaborated with us on a limited run of t-shirts inspired by Afro's iconography. We have a strong relationship with local Durban music - through support of great new artist Holly Rey; and our close relationship with Durban Youth Radio. This year we have become a tier three sponsor of Northwood Boy's High School and look forward to a long relationship with them. Environment Sustainable environmental practices are a key Afro's value and we see it as a journey. We won't be able to fix all the problems immediately, but we can take steps every day to reduce our impact on the environment. As a brand, we were among the first to take a decision to remove plastic straws entirely from our shops. Our next major step in the journey was to remove still and sparkling water packaged in plastic and replace it with a product packaged in glass. The next largest contributor was our takeaway forks. We replaced these in 2018 with a more environmentally friendly corn-starch derivative that allows the forks to degrade naturally. The most recent step in our journey has been to replace fruit juices bottled in plastic to a juice bottled in tins. Finally, we also make use of digital vouchers in order to prevent needless printing waste. Communities The most important part of being local is support at a community level. This is where we focus our attention and we try to do as much as we can. To this end we have been or are involved in community projects which focus on the less fortunate. As part of our community journey we are in the process of creating the Aweh Foundation, through which we will run all our community projects. Full Name of Company: Afro's Braai'd Chicken PTY Ltd, trading as Afro's Chicken Shop Category: Trade Services / Products: Fastfood / Quick Service Restaurant offering primarily chicken meals Date Established: March 2013 Customer Base: general public No. of Employees: 107 Bankers Standard Bank KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Michael Harris Financial Manager: Leonard Ramsewak Human Resources: Leonard Ramsewak Head of Operations: Scott Meston Head of Marketing / Sales: Duvene Gravett Head of Finance / Administration: Lloyd Harris CONTACT DETAILS PhysicalAddress: Shop 2, 39 Churchill Road, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4001 Postal Address: P.O. BOX 37725, Overport, 4067 Tel: +27 (0)31 007 0427 E-mail info@afroschicken.co.za Website www.afroschicken.co.za MICHAEL HARRIS grew up in Amanzimtoti and as he did not come from a wealthy background started working from an early age. His first job was at a local grocery store where he earned 10 cents an hour over weekends. He saved much of these earnings in order to buy a camera. He then became his school photographer and earned money selling photographs. Michael's entrepreneurial spirit continued during school holidays when he and his friends would spend hours in the sea diving for coins that had dropped from the pockets of holiday makers. Collecting and returning glass bottles for deposits was an additional source of earnings. Following his school years, Michael studied parttime to become an accountant. On completion he qualified as a chartered accountant. Immediately following this qualification, he went into the property industry. He explains, "My love of property and building has remained a constant. Whether building a house, or a business, they all have the same meaning." Michael says he got involved in Afro's Chicken Shop by default. "Afro's was a tenant of mine in one of the buildings that I owned. I loved the brand and enjoyed what it stood for - simple food that was fresh, tasty, healthy and affordable." He added that he had always had an interest in food and ran a restaurant for three years in the 1980s. An opportunity arose to invest in the business when the owner required both financial and managerial assistance. He decided to invest in Afro's to further his passion for building things up and unsurprisingly the business has grown a lot since then. "I was semi-retired but decided that there was only so much fishing and travelling one can do. I felt I wanted to carry on, build something and keep pushing." Michael describes his role as being like a bus driver. "I have a capable young team of guys and girls and I provide input in terms of experience. Afro's is a young person's brand, that includes the management team as well as all the shop keepers - they all do a great job. I have a lot of fun working with young people, they inspire me, and they are the reason that I get up in the morning." Reflecting on what business principles guide him, he says that he has read a lot of autobiographies and is motivated by them. "However, when you are at the coal face, you have to make decisions based on your gut feeling. You have to do your own thing. No amount of business gurus can assist much in your situation. There is an answer to everything and a solution to every problem. You have just got to find it and you have to adapt." Michael believes that his success has been driven by perseverance - by never giving up and through a rigid work ethic. "Things don't happen overnight; hard work and passion is required. Planning and execution are the only way that you will succeed." He added, "I have learnt that honesty is really important in any business - you have to be honest with yourself, with employees, with everybody, and ensure that you conduct yourself morally all the time." His advice for anyone starting a business is that it's important not to have any delusions of grandeur. "There is a lot of hard work - identify a career and have a passion for what you are doing - think about what you are doing. Its 90% hard work and 10% enjoyment." When not growing Afro's sites around the country, Michael's passion is fishing. "I enjoy any form of fishing - deep sea, hunting down tiger fish or elusive trout. I try and get away to fish as much as possible and I read autobiographies.Full Name of Company: Afro's Braai'd Chicken PTY Ltd, trading as Afro's Chicken Shop Category: Trade Services / Products: Fastfood / Quick Service Restaurant offering primarily chicken meals Date Established: March 2013 Customer Base: general public No. of Employees: 107 Bankers Standard Bank KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Michael Harris Financial Manager: Leonard Ramsewak Human Resources: Leonard Ramsewak Head of Operations: Scott Meston Head of Marketing / Sales: Duvene Gravett Head of Finance / Administration: Lloyd Harris CONTACT DETAILS PhysicalAddress: Shop 2, 39 Churchill Road, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4001 Postal Address: P.O. BOX 37725, Overport, 4067 Tel: +27 (0)31 007 0427 E-mail info@afroschicken.co.za Website www.afroschicken.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: Afro's Braai'd Chicken PTY Ltd, trading as Afro's Chicken Shop Category: Trade Services / Products: Fastfood / Quick Service Restaurant offering primarily chicken meals Date Established: March 2013 Customer Base: general public No. of Employees: 107 Bankers Standard Bank KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Michael Harris Financial Manager: Leonard Ramsewak Human Resources: Leonard Ramsewak Head of Operations: Scott Meston Head of Marketing / Sales: Duvene Gravett Head of Finance / Administration: Lloyd Harris CONTACT DETAILS PhysicalAddress: Shop 2, 39 Churchill Road, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4001 Postal Address: P.O. BOX 37725, Overport, 4067 Tel: +27 (0)31 007 0427 E-mail info@afroschicken.co.za Website www.afroschicken.co.za Afro's Chicken Shop is a homegrown food brand that has, until recently, been KwaZulu-Natal's best kept secret. We are a small start-up that is proudly local and passionate about the environment. Afro's Chicken Shop was born and raised in KZN. Although the brand has been establishing shops in new provinces (Gauteng & Western Cape), our focus is still firmly on KZN as our largest source of revenue. This is not incidental - the company's growth strategy is heavily focused KZN and we have chosen to grow the brand in its starting market first before opening in new provinces. Currently, the brand has 12 shops in KZN, with only five shops in other provinces. Within KZN, our primary region is the eThekwini municipality. Here, we are geographically dispersed and feature within multiple economic hubs. The Durban community are avid Afro's supporters and help to drive our new shop location decisions. Local One of Afro's core values is "Local". Although the idea can be applied to us being home grown in KZN, it has implications both wider and narrower than this scope. This is a value that drives decision making in almost all key aspects of our business. Afro's has taken the decision to never buy chicken that is not locally raised - we do not support the dumping of product by other countries (harming our economy and reducing the ability of local farmers and the production chain to create or maintain jobs). This has direct financial implications on our business - we are giving up margin by not buying the cheapest product that meets specifications. However, we believe that this is a critical stand to be made, and trust that the goodwill generated from good business practices such as this will outweigh the short-term opportunity cost in the long run. To be local is to support KZN We believe Afro's has contributed to our province economically not just through our general day-to-day business processes, but by adding value to the tourism sector as well. Our iconic beachfront container (the first ever permanent Afro's shop) has been featured in numerous international publications. We have made it our status quo to employ young, usually unskilled, staff for our shops. We endeavour to provide meaningful employment for them and pay a fixed monthly salary that is not based on hours or shifts worked. We try hard to promote motivated individuals from within, and train accordingly to support this goal. More often than not, our supply chain is made up of local KZN businesses as opposed to national established corporates. We have used the same local baker for almost the entirety of Afro's life. Our local fresh produce supplier obtains almost all his produce at the Durban market - we deal with some fluctuation in quality and price because we believe it is vital that the food we consume is produced where we live to protect our environment. Our key packaging is produced in KZN, not abroad. Our coffee beans are roasted not only within KZN, but within one of our shops! We are proud to be partnered with the one-lady team taking the coffee roasting business by storm in KZN. Outside of the supply chain, we also enjoy collaborations with other KZN institutions, brands and people. Amanda Laird Cherry, a local clothing designer, collaborated with us on a limited run of t-shirts inspired by Afro's iconography. We have a strong relationship with local Durban music - through support of great new artist Holly Rey; and our close relationship with Durban Youth Radio. This year we have become a tier three sponsor of Northwood Boy's High School and look forward to a long relationship with them. Environment Sustainable environmental practices are a key Afro's value and we see it as a journey. We won't be able to fix all the problems immediately, but we can take steps every day to reduce our impact on the environment. As a brand, we were among the first to take a decision to remove plastic straws entirely from our shops. Our next major step in the journey was to remove still and sparkling water packaged in plastic and replace it with a product packaged in glass. The next largest contributor was our takeaway forks. We replaced these in 2018 with a more environmentally friendly corn-starch derivative that allows the forks to degrade naturally. The most recent step in our journey has been to replace fruit juices bottled in plastic to a juice bottled in tins. Finally, we also make use of digital vouchers in order to prevent needless printing waste. Communities The most important part of being local is support at a community level. This is where we focus our attention and we try to do as much as we can. To this end we have been or are involved in community projects which focus on the less fortunate. As part of our community journey we are in the process of creating the Aweh Foundation, through which we will run all our community projects. More About the CEO Michael Harris Meet the CEO

WhyBuyCars features short-term leasing options with a range of vehicles offered at a monthly price that includes insurance, maintenance and taxesWhyBuyCarsWhyBuyCars features short-term leasing options with a range of vehicles offered at a monthly price that includes insurance, maintenance and taxesIn a sentence, WhyBuyCars is the better way to have a car. WhyBuyCars features short-term leasing options with a range of vehicles offered at a monthly price that includes insurance, maintenance and taxes. The idea was born from Owais Suleman – CEO of The Woodford Group (Pty) Ltd – and his experience of leasing vehicles abroad. He decided to launch a fresh and original take on the concept that was ultimately uniquely-tailored for and relevant to the South African market. The leasing model for South Africans was based on the realities that everyday people faced when it comes to having the resourcing to purchase and use a vehicle. Even before the lockdown, credit rating and access to finance has always been a first barrier. Even if an individual has the deposit and means – which many don’t – to secure finance, there are many regulatory hurdles to overcome. Some people may be blacklisted or under debt review, whilst others may have foreign passports. Rejection of application for finance can be as high as 40%. Once finance is secured, South Africans are then locked into an interest-based, long-term commitment with a depreciating asset that they may not be sure they’ll utilise for a long period of time. Insurance and maintenance then add to the burgeoning cost of owning and using a vehicle. WhyBuyCars skips ahead to the use of the vehicle, with the realisation that, regardless of the situation, South Africans still need to get around and – in the absence of a reliable, robust public transport system – simply have to have a car to use on a daily basis. WhyBuyCars therefore offers a short-term lease of just three months or six months with a flat rate that includes insurance, maintenances and taxes. Having a car becomes accessible and more importantly, flexible in a fragile economy where people are uncertain of their future. Most importantly, WhyBuyCars has been built on a technology-driven platform, allowing for a smooth process that can get you behind the wheel in no time at all. You simply need to apply online, have your application approved and go in to collect your vehicle immediately thereafter. Less than six months since launch, WhyBuyCars has already seen success in the uptake of the concept, especially during trying times for cash-strapped consumers. WhyBuyCars therefore provides a fresh and innovative approach to using a car. There are no frills nor fine print and the offering puts the control into the hands of the user. You can stop after three months if you find your situation doesn’t afford you the service, or you can change your vehicle every three months if you’d like to extend or change things up. You know exactly how much you’ll be paying and don’t have to factor in additional costs, such as interest or insurance. It’s simply the better way to have a car. The Woodford Group WhyBuyCars is a subsidiary of the Woodford Group, a locally-based, proudly family-owned South African company that has been in the rental and leasing business for 30 years. The group boasts more than 150 accumulative years of industry experience at a management level and has invested heavily in technology aimed at making all its processes as smooth and effortless as can be. In addition, the Woodford Group ensures that there’s a personal touch to its service and has a commitment to growing Woodford’s loyal base of clientele. Woodford aims to provide innovation, value, and service excellence to its public, private and commercial customers by offering the widest range of vehicles at competitive rates. Woodford has more than 2000 vehicles in its fleet and employs 400 people across the country. Woodford Car Hire is South Africa’s largest independent car rental company, with a national footprint at all major airports and centres and a fleet of over 1600 vehicles across three core divisions. It is the highest-rated and most trusted car rental agency according to TrustPilot and HelloPeter. Woodford Car Hire is BEE compliant and has strong relationships with the tourism industry, government divisions and the Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA). KEY PERSONNELKEY PERSONNEL 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 KEY PERSONNEL In a sentence, WhyBuyCars is the better way to have a car. WhyBuyCars features short-term leasing options with a range of vehicles offered at a monthly price that includes insurance, maintenance and taxes. The idea was born from Owais Suleman – CEO of The Woodford Group (Pty) Ltd – and his experience of leasing vehicles abroad. He decided to launch a fresh and original take on the concept that was ultimately uniquely-tailored for and relevant to the South African market. The leasing model for South Africans was based on the realities that everyday people faced when it comes to having the resourcing to purchase and use a vehicle. Even before the lockdown, credit rating and access to finance has always been a first barrier. Even if an individual has the deposit and means – which many don’t – to secure finance, there are many regulatory hurdles to overcome. Some people may be blacklisted or under debt review, whilst others may have foreign passports. Rejection of application for finance can be as high as 40%. Once finance is secured, South Africans are then locked into an interest-based, long-term commitment with a depreciating asset that they may not be sure they’ll utilise for a long period of time. Insurance and maintenance then add to the burgeoning cost of owning and using a vehicle. WhyBuyCars skips ahead to the use of the vehicle, with the realisation that, regardless of the situation, South Africans still need to get around and – in the absence of a reliable, robust public transport system – simply have to have a car to use on a daily basis. WhyBuyCars therefore offers a short-term lease of just three months or six months with a flat rate that includes insurance, maintenances and taxes. Having a car becomes accessible and more importantly, flexible in a fragile economy where people are uncertain of their future. Most importantly, WhyBuyCars has been built on a technology-driven platform, allowing for a smooth process that can get you behind the wheel in no time at all. You simply need to apply online, have your application approved and go in to collect your vehicle immediately thereafter. Less than six months since launch, WhyBuyCars has already seen success in the uptake of the concept, especially during trying times for cash-strapped consumers. WhyBuyCars therefore provides a fresh and innovative approach to using a car. There are no frills nor fine print and the offering puts the control into the hands of the user. You can stop after three months if you find your situation doesn’t afford you the service, or you can change your vehicle every three months if you’d like to extend or change things up. You know exactly how much you’ll be paying and don’t have to factor in additional costs, such as interest or insurance. It’s simply the better way to have a car. The Woodford Group WhyBuyCars is a subsidiary of the Woodford Group, a locally-based, proudly family-owned South African company that has been in the rental and leasing business for 30 years. The group boasts more than 150 accumulative years of industry experience at a management level and has invested heavily in technology aimed at making all its processes as smooth and effortless as can be. In addition, the Woodford Group ensures that there’s a personal touch to its service and has a commitment to growing Woodford’s loyal base of clientele. Woodford aims to provide innovation, value, and service excellence to its public, private and commercial customers by offering the widest range of vehicles at competitive rates. Woodford has more than 2000 vehicles in its fleet and employs 400 people across the country. Woodford Car Hire is South Africa’s largest independent car rental company, with a national footprint at all major airports and centres and a fleet of over 1600 vehicles across three core divisions. It is the highest-rated and most trusted car rental agency according to TrustPilot and HelloPeter. Woodford Car Hire is BEE compliant and has strong relationships with the tourism industry, government divisions and the Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA). More About the CEO Meet the CEO

Sandock Austral Energy (SAE) is a dedicated and experienced energy project developer that specialises in turnkey solutions developmentSandock Austral Energy (SAE) Sandock Austral Energy (SAE) is a dedicated and experienced energy project developer that specialises in turnkey solutions developmentSandock Austral Energy (SAE) is a dedicated and experienced energy project developer that specialises in turnkey solutions development. Its competitive advantage resides in its unique ability to optimally integrate various niche technologies to deliver a truly bespoke market offering. “Sandock Austral Energy seeks to provide bespoke energy solutions in line with global and local sustainability priorities,” said Rob Shongwe, CEO of SAE. The company places particular attention on the development of greener and renewable energy technologies and solutions, therefore contributing to the nation’s socially and environmentally conscious economic growth agenda. “Fundamentally, SAE specialises in the engineering, development, financing, construction, and commissioning of complex systems configured of various components that can be dependent on any range of energy carriers and/or sources. With the current challenges countries face to limit global warming, we pride ourselves in providing our clients’ requirements in both brown and green energy fields,” Shongwe said. SAE’s expert technical capabilities cross most mainstream energy carriers and sources. This ability, together with its 360-degree approach allows the company to place asset and resource optimisation at the heart of its design philosophy whilst maximising client benefit. SAE is proficient in developing systems comprising or incorporating the following: • Independent Power Producer (IPP) – Renewable Energy Systems • Utility/Grid Scale Energy Project Development & Advisory • Power Plants EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) • Maintenance, Repairs and Overhaul (MRO) for Renewable and Legacy Plants • Oil & Gas (- Blue & Green Hydrogen, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production • Solar energy: ground mounted, roof mounted and floating systems • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) - Lithium ion Battery & Redox Flow Battery • Bioenergy; Biomass & Biofuels - Torrefied Pellets • Green & Blue Hydrogen Systems • Wave & Ocean Energy Systems • Wind Energy Dispatchable Solar Solution is a pre-wired and assembled solar plant in a 6-meter container. This mobile solution comprises solar panels and an inverter for quick deployment on-grid and off-grid. It is scalable, and as many solar modules as needed can be connected to create a mobile solar power plant. Sandock Austral Energy owns the intellectual property on a novel battery energy storage system (BESS) and is manufacturing a lithium-ion battery energy storage facility in Durban for residential, industrial and utilities. “These are the first indigenous batteries in South Africa. We own the intellectual property, and we will put Durban on the map because of this initiative,” Shongwe commented. The BESS ranges comprise: • PACK ENERGY STORAGE - The pack energy storage is available in 2.9kWh, 5kWh and 11.7kWh. All pack energy storage supports both 24 and 48VDC. The Pack Energy Storage Power System Unit can be configured for home energy use. • MICRO-GRID ENERGY STORAGE - Micro-grid energy storage is available in 160kWh and 520kWh. These systems support 48, 144 and 288VDC. The Micro-Grid Energy Storage Power System Unit can be configured for home/industrial energy use cases. • GRID ENERGY STORAGE - Grid energy storage is available in 2MWh. This system supports 1kVDC. Four Micro-Grid Energy Storage Power System Unit work together via a serial link and can be configured for industrial energy use cases. The BESS has a dispatchable product range that can used by utilities and large industries during loadshedding. It stems from the 160kW, 520kW and 2MW units, which have been customised to be mobile units that have network integration switchgear so that there is minimal modification to the clients’ infrastructure when connecting. SAE offers a wide range of energy trading advisory services and transaction facilitation solutions through a network of financiers, traders, legal experts, analysist and project developers, for crude oil, electricity, natural gas and wind power commodities. SAE supports each stage comprising the Carbon Offset Administration System scope including project approval and the listing of credits: • The granting of an Extended Letter of Approval (ELoA) for project developers of offset credits • Credit listing in the Ownership Repository • Credit ownership transfer • The retirement of credits to gain an offset certificate (i.e., to offset the liability of an entity that is eligible for the South African carbon tax) SAE has a Virtual Power Station with a project currently under development for one South African Metro and three micro-grids for over ten private residential estates in West Africa. “Our virtual power station is testimony to the vast product and service ranges that are incorporated to create the platform. It enables us to perform both energy and carbon credits trading on the platform,” concluded Shongwe.Full Name of Company: Sandock Austral Energy Industry Sector: Energy Date Established: March 2022 Auditors: D Nundkissore and Associates Bankers: First National Bank B-BBEE Status: Level 1 Certification ISO 9001-2015 VISION To build an African Energy Legacy. MISSION We will realise our vision by delivering energy solutions through renewable and legacy energy project development and execution in capital acquisition, and maintenance and operations with energy and carbon credits trading to our target markets. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Rob Shongwe Group CFO: Akash Singh Group Human Resources Head: Sinqobile Khuluse Group Revenue Generation Head: Mholi Shandu Group Governance & Enablement: Don Khumalo Group Supply Chain Head: Raj Gangaram Group Head Portfolio Project Management Office: Haneem Isabirye CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 10 Rotterdam Road, Bayhead, Durban, 4052 Postal Address: P.O. Box 17253, Congella, 4013 Tel: +27 (0)31 274 1800 E-mail: info@sda.co.za Website: www.sda.co.zaFull Name of Company: Sandock Austral Energy Industry Sector: Energy Date Established: March 2022 Auditors: D Nundkissore and Associates Bankers: First National Bank B-BBEE Status: Level 1 Certification ISO 9001-2015 VISION To build an African Energy Legacy. MISSION We will realise our vision by delivering energy solutions through renewable and legacy energy project development and execution in capital acquisition, and maintenance and operations with energy and carbon credits trading to our target markets. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Rob Shongwe Group CFO: Akash Singh Group Human Resources Head: Sinqobile Khuluse Group Revenue Generation Head: Mholi Shandu Group Governance & Enablement: Don Khumalo Group Supply Chain Head: Raj Gangaram Group Head Portfolio Project Management Office: Haneem Isabirye CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 10 Rotterdam Road, Bayhead, Durban, 4052 Postal Address: P.O. Box 17253, Congella, 4013 Tel: +27 (0)31 274 1800 E-mail: info@sda.co.za Website: www.sda.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: Sandock Austral Energy Industry Sector: Energy Date Established: March 2022 Auditors: D Nundkissore and Associates Bankers: First National Bank B-BBEE Status: Level 1 Certification ISO 9001-2015 VISION To build an African Energy Legacy. MISSION We will realise our vision by delivering energy solutions through renewable and legacy energy project development and execution in capital acquisition, and maintenance and operations with energy and carbon credits trading to our target markets. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Rob Shongwe Group CFO: Akash Singh Group Human Resources Head: Sinqobile Khuluse Group Revenue Generation Head: Mholi Shandu Group Governance & Enablement: Don Khumalo Group Supply Chain Head: Raj Gangaram Group Head Portfolio Project Management Office: Haneem Isabirye CONTACT DETAILS Physical Address: 10 Rotterdam Road, Bayhead, Durban, 4052 Postal Address: P.O. Box 17253, Congella, 4013 Tel: +27 (0)31 274 1800 E-mail: info@sda.co.za Website: www.sda.co.za Sandock Austral Energy (SAE) is a dedicated and experienced energy project developer that specialises in turnkey solutions development. Its competitive advantage resides in its unique ability to optimally integrate various niche technologies to deliver a truly bespoke market offering. “Sandock Austral Energy seeks to provide bespoke energy solutions in line with global and local sustainability priorities,” said Rob Shongwe, CEO of SAE. The company places particular attention on the development of greener and renewable energy technologies and solutions, therefore contributing to the nation’s socially and environmentally conscious economic growth agenda. “Fundamentally, SAE specialises in the engineering, development, financing, construction, and commissioning of complex systems configured of various components that can be dependent on any range of energy carriers and/or sources. With the current challenges countries face to limit global warming, we pride ourselves in providing our clients’ requirements in both brown and green energy fields,” Shongwe said. SAE’s expert technical capabilities cross most mainstream energy carriers and sources. This ability, together with its 360-degree approach allows the company to place asset and resource optimisation at the heart of its design philosophy whilst maximising client benefit. SAE is proficient in developing systems comprising or incorporating the following: • Independent Power Producer (IPP) – Renewable Energy Systems • Utility/Grid Scale Energy Project Development & Advisory • Power Plants EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) • Maintenance, Repairs and Overhaul (MRO) for Renewable and Legacy Plants • Oil & Gas (- Blue & Green Hydrogen, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production • Solar energy: ground mounted, roof mounted and floating systems • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) - Lithium ion Battery & Redox Flow Battery • Bioenergy; Biomass & Biofuels - Torrefied Pellets • Green & Blue Hydrogen Systems • Wave & Ocean Energy Systems • Wind Energy Dispatchable Solar Solution is a pre-wired and assembled solar plant in a 6-meter container. This mobile solution comprises solar panels and an inverter for quick deployment on-grid and off-grid. It is scalable, and as many solar modules as needed can be connected to create a mobile solar power plant. Sandock Austral Energy owns the intellectual property on a novel battery energy storage system (BESS) and is manufacturing a lithium-ion battery energy storage facility in Durban for residential, industrial and utilities. “These are the first indigenous batteries in South Africa. We own the intellectual property, and we will put Durban on the map because of this initiative,” Shongwe commented. The BESS ranges comprise: • PACK ENERGY STORAGE - The pack energy storage is available in 2.9kWh, 5kWh and 11.7kWh. All pack energy storage supports both 24 and 48VDC. The Pack Energy Storage Power System Unit can be configured for home energy use. • MICRO-GRID ENERGY STORAGE - Micro-grid energy storage is available in 160kWh and 520kWh. These systems support 48, 144 and 288VDC. The Micro-Grid Energy Storage Power System Unit can be configured for home/industrial energy use cases. • GRID ENERGY STORAGE - Grid energy storage is available in 2MWh. This system supports 1kVDC. Four Micro-Grid Energy Storage Power System Unit work together via a serial link and can be configured for industrial energy use cases. The BESS has a dispatchable product range that can used by utilities and large industries during loadshedding. It stems from the 160kW, 520kW and 2MW units, which have been customised to be mobile units that have network integration switchgear so that there is minimal modification to the clients’ infrastructure when connecting. SAE offers a wide range of energy trading advisory services and transaction facilitation solutions through a network of financiers, traders, legal experts, analysist and project developers, for crude oil, electricity, natural gas and wind power commodities. SAE supports each stage comprising the Carbon Offset Administration System scope including project approval and the listing of credits: • The granting of an Extended Letter of Approval (ELoA) for project developers of offset credits • Credit listing in the Ownership Repository • Credit ownership transfer • The retirement of credits to gain an offset certificate (i.e., to offset the liability of an entity that is eligible for the South African carbon tax) SAE has a Virtual Power Station with a project currently under development for one South African Metro and three micro-grids for over ten private residential estates in West Africa. “Our virtual power station is testimony to the vast product and service ranges that are incorporated to create the platform. It enables us to perform both energy and carbon credits trading on the platform,” concluded Shongwe. More About the CEO CEO: Rob Shongwe Meet the CEO

Arvind Magan & Associates Inc, is an established Auditing, Accounting, Finance and Management companyArvind Magan and Associates IncorporatedArvind Magan & Associates Inc, is an established Auditing, Accounting, Finance and Management companyArvind V. Magan is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Registered Auditor since 1992, who has extensive business experience in the Auditing, Accounting, Finance and Management sectors. Upon the completion of his articles at Ernst & Young, he was appointed as a Supervisor. He also held the position of Professional Assistant/ Audit Manager at MSGM Masuku Jeena Inc. (now PricewaterhouseCoopers Inc.) for four years prior to establishing Arvind Magan & Associates in 2003. Arvind V Magan accolades and achievements include: • Chairman of Joseph Business School • Nominated for KZN’s Top Business Leader • We take responsibility for fulfilling our commitments to our clients with a clear understanding of mutual success accountability. Our Services • Assurance provides assurance to clients on their financial performance and operations, as well as helping our clients improve their external financial reporting. • Tax assists clients in complying with tax-related legislation and regulations. • Advisory as targets increase so do risks, we help your business to make and sustain improvements, while responding more quickly to change. • Transactions we offer integrated, objective advisory services that are designed to help your evaluate opportunities, execute your transactions more efficiently and achieve your strategic goals. What We Bring To Your Business • Deep Understanding We work closely with you to gain a deep insight into your business and take time to fully understand your company’s issues, objectives, strengths and vulnerabilities. • Knowledge We are dedicated to improving performance through benchmarking, networking and leading practice. We seek to identify issues before they become problems. • Insights & Proven Practices We combine fresh thinking with global method- ologies, tools and proven practices. This means that you benefit from our ideas and insights delivered through quality service. • Flexibility The way we work allows us to help you respond swiftly to the challenges you face. We tackle your issues with energy and enthusiasm, helping you achieve your potential. • Integrity We act with integrity, have mutual respect and are open and honest in everything we do. Advisory Services Advisory services focus on three main areas: Growth, Governance and Performance. We will work closely with you as you restructure and expand, either organically or through acquisitions. We aim to help you improve efficiency and provide support as you adapt to demanding regulatory environments. Our core skills are to be found in these areas and it is here that we can assure you quality of service. Our Accounting Advisory professionals work with our clients to help them achieve accounting compliance, provide advice on how they might organise their financial reporting processes and ensure that accounting operations match the objectives of the business. This applies to both the private and public sectors. Accounting Support Services can supplement an organisations in-house accounting knowledge to address short to medium term resource constraints. This enables our clients to focus their attention on addressing more pressing or non-routine issues. Audit Services Our audit process enables our professionals to consider the unique elements of the entity whose financial statements are being audited - its culture, the motivations of management, the industry in which it competes, competitive pressures, and the risks inherent within those elements. We share our clients’ objectives of credibility and transparency in financial reporting. Each of our professionals is committed to delivering reliable, independent audit reports. Fulfilling this commitment to maintain high audit quality requires vigilance in making sure our audit complies with changing regulations and the professional standards of South African Institute of Chartered Accountants. Audit services include Financial Statement Audit, Financial Statement Review & Compilation and Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Business Tax Services Our Business Tax services are designed to meet your business tax compliance and advisory needs, wherever in the world you’re located. Our tax professionals draw on their diverse perspectives and skills to give you a seamless global service. Our talented people, consistent global method- ologies and unwavering commitment to quality service will help you build the strong compliance and reporting foundations and sustainable tax strategies that help your business achieve its ambitions. Personal Tax Services Our Personal Tax Services practice offers an integrated approach to providing coordinated financial wealth management assistance to high- net-worth individuals whether domestic or cross- border. With dedicated resources in major markets around the world, our talented people, proven methodologies and in-depth knowledge help you to effectively manage your requirements. We have experience working with individuals and companies of many sizes across all aspects of the tax life cycle - planning, provision, compliance and controversy. Our approach provides professionally prepared returns, related calculations and advice, as well as integrated tax planning. Tax Performance Advisory Globalisation, regulation, corporate governance, increased transparency, limited resource pools and shorter financial close cycles are just some of the factors facing corporate tax leaders today. With these challenges here to stay, your tax function needs to effectively manage these competing responsibilities and stakeholders while delivering enhanced performance not just in the tax department but across the wider business as well. Forensic Accounting Our Company specialises in Forensic Investigations and Dispute Services. We offer a complete spectrum of forensics services, with a degree of excellence that is second to none. As a discipline, forensic services have become indispensable in ensuring that complex and high value criminal cases are thoroughly investigated and that the appropriate evidence is presented to the court by an expert in an understandable manner. Our investigations include, inter alia, securing available evidence, conducting interviews with witnesses and analysing accounting data.Full Name of Company: Arvind Magan and Associates Incorporated Nature of Business: Finance Services / Products: Auditing and Accounting Services Date Established: March 2003 No. of Employees: 10 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Arvind V. Magan CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: Suite 604, 6th Floor, Ridge 7, 27 Vuna Close, Umhlanga Ridge, 4319 Tel: +27 (0)31 566 1330 E-mail: amagan@ampractice.co.za Website: www.ampractice.co.zaFull Name of Company: Arvind Magan and Associates Incorporated Nature of Business: Finance Services / Products: Auditing and Accounting Services Date Established: March 2003 No. of Employees: 10 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Arvind V. Magan CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: Suite 604, 6th Floor, Ridge 7, 27 Vuna Close, Umhlanga Ridge, 4319 Tel: +27 (0)31 566 1330 E-mail: amagan@ampractice.co.za Website: www.ampractice.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: Arvind Magan and Associates Incorporated Nature of Business: Finance Services / Products: Auditing and Accounting Services Date Established: March 2003 No. of Employees: 10 B-BBEE Status: Level 1 KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Arvind V. Magan CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: Suite 604, 6th Floor, Ridge 7, 27 Vuna Close, Umhlanga Ridge, 4319 Tel: +27 (0)31 566 1330 E-mail: amagan@ampractice.co.za Website: www.ampractice.co.za Arvind V. Magan is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Registered Auditor since 1992, who has extensive business experience in the Auditing, Accounting, Finance and Management sectors. Upon the completion of his articles at Ernst & Young, he was appointed as a Supervisor. He also held the position of Professional Assistant/ Audit Manager at MSGM Masuku Jeena Inc. (now PricewaterhouseCoopers Inc.) for four years prior to establishing Arvind Magan & Associates in 2003. Arvind V Magan accolades and achievements include: • Chairman of Joseph Business School • Nominated for KZN’s Top Business Leader • We take responsibility for fulfilling our commitments to our clients with a clear understanding of mutual success accountability. Our Services • Assurance provides assurance to clients on their financial performance and operations, as well as helping our clients improve their external financial reporting. • Tax assists clients in complying with tax-related legislation and regulations. • Advisory as targets increase so do risks, we help your business to make and sustain improvements, while responding more quickly to change. • Transactions we offer integrated, objective advisory services that are designed to help your evaluate opportunities, execute your transactions more efficiently and achieve your strategic goals. What We Bring To Your Business • Deep Understanding We work closely with you to gain a deep insight into your business and take time to fully understand your company’s issues, objectives, strengths and vulnerabilities. • Knowledge We are dedicated to improving performance through benchmarking, networking and leading practice. We seek to identify issues before they become problems. • Insights & Proven Practices We combine fresh thinking with global method- ologies, tools and proven practices. This means that you benefit from our ideas and insights delivered through quality service. • Flexibility The way we work allows us to help you respond swiftly to the challenges you face. We tackle your issues with energy and enthusiasm, helping you achieve your potential. • Integrity We act with integrity, have mutual respect and are open and honest in everything we do. Advisory Services Advisory services focus on three main areas: Growth, Governance and Performance. We will work closely with you as you restructure and expand, either organically or through acquisitions. We aim to help you improve efficiency and provide support as you adapt to demanding regulatory environments. Our core skills are to be found in these areas and it is here that we can assure you quality of service. Our Accounting Advisory professionals work with our clients to help them achieve accounting compliance, provide advice on how they might organise their financial reporting processes and ensure that accounting operations match the objectives of the business. This applies to both the private and public sectors. Accounting Support Services can supplement an organisations in-house accounting knowledge to address short to medium term resource constraints. This enables our clients to focus their attention on addressing more pressing or non-routine issues. Audit Services Our audit process enables our professionals to consider the unique elements of the entity whose financial statements are being audited - its culture, the motivations of management, the industry in which it competes, competitive pressures, and the risks inherent within those elements. We share our clients’ objectives of credibility and transparency in financial reporting. Each of our professionals is committed to delivering reliable, independent audit reports. Fulfilling this commitment to maintain high audit quality requires vigilance in making sure our audit complies with changing regulations and the professional standards of South African Institute of Chartered Accountants. Audit services include Financial Statement Audit, Financial Statement Review & Compilation and Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Business Tax Services Our Business Tax services are designed to meet your business tax compliance and advisory needs, wherever in the world you’re located. Our tax professionals draw on their diverse perspectives and skills to give you a seamless global service. Our talented people, consistent global method- ologies and unwavering commitment to quality service will help you build the strong compliance and reporting foundations and sustainable tax strategies that help your business achieve its ambitions. Personal Tax Services Our Personal Tax Services practice offers an integrated approach to providing coordinated financial wealth management assistance to high- net-worth individuals whether domestic or cross- border. With dedicated resources in major markets around the world, our talented people, proven methodologies and in-depth knowledge help you to effectively manage your requirements. We have experience working with individuals and companies of many sizes across all aspects of the tax life cycle - planning, provision, compliance and controversy. Our approach provides professionally prepared returns, related calculations and advice, as well as integrated tax planning. Tax Performance Advisory Globalisation, regulation, corporate governance, increased transparency, limited resource pools and shorter financial close cycles are just some of the factors facing corporate tax leaders today. With these challenges here to stay, your tax function needs to effectively manage these competing responsibilities and stakeholders while delivering enhanced performance not just in the tax department but across the wider business as well. Forensic Accounting Our Company specialises in Forensic Investigations and Dispute Services. We offer a complete spectrum of forensics services, with a degree of excellence that is second to none. As a discipline, forensic services have become indispensable in ensuring that complex and high value criminal cases are thoroughly investigated and that the appropriate evidence is presented to the court by an expert in an understandable manner. Our investigations include, inter alia, securing available evidence, conducting interviews with witnesses and analysing accounting data. More About the CEO Arvind V. Magan Meet the CEO

Forklifts and Materials Handling Equipment Sales, Rentals, Maintenance and ServicingGoscor Lift TrucksForklifts and Materials Handling Equipment Sales, Rentals, Maintenance and ServicingGoscor Lift Trucks, part of the Goscor Group, has supplied the materials handling equipment market with state-of-the-art products and solutions since 1984. World-class, industry-leading forklift brands are available at competitive prices with quality guaranteed. We are the proud sole distributors for Bendi, Crown, Doosan, DEC, Movexx and Sunlight Batteries and Energy Storage Solutions. This means we offer a diverse forklift and warehousing product range that is second to none. Best practice industrial warehousing equipment and solutions ensure peace of mind and the lowest total cost of ownership. With its 40 years of industry experience and commitment to supplying industry-leading brands and bespoke solutions, it is a premier choice for businesses seeking reliability, innovation, and unparalleled service. Operating with the world's greatest equipment brands available to the African continent, customers are ensured complete peace of mind. Skilled technicians, comprehensive parts holdings and a national footprint complement the extensive product range. BBBEEE level 3, employing more than 1000 staff nationwide, Goscor has offices in all major centres within South Africa while boasting a significant dealer network in surrounding Southern African countries.National Footprint Johannesburg (Head Office) 011 594 4339 lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Durban 3 Partick Close Gate1 JT Ross Park Northfield, 90 Old North Coast Road lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Cape Town Brackenrite Avenue Brackenfell, Cape Town lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Gqeberha 138 Paterson Road North End, Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha lifttrucks@goscor.co.za East London 4 Electron Road, Woodbrook, East London lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Nelspruit 2 Waterfall Avenue Riverside Industrial Park, Nelspruit lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Pietermaritzburg Unit F/G1, Willowood Park, 21 Du Toit Viljoen Road,Willowton, Pietermaritzburg lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Bloemfontein 50 Sand du Plessis Street Estoire, Bloemfontein lifttrucks@goscor.co.za National Footprint Johannesburg (Head Office) 011 594 4339 lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Durban 3 Partick Close Gate1 JT Ross Park Northfield, 90 Old North Coast Road lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Cape Town Brackenrite Avenue Brackenfell, Cape Town lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Gqeberha 138 Paterson Road North End, Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha lifttrucks@goscor.co.za East London 4 Electron Road, Woodbrook, East London lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Nelspruit 2 Waterfall Avenue Riverside Industrial Park, Nelspruit lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Pietermaritzburg Unit F/G1, Willowood Park, 21 Du Toit Viljoen Road,Willowton, Pietermaritzburg lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Bloemfontein 50 Sand du Plessis Street Estoire, Bloemfontein lifttrucks@goscor.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 National Footprint Johannesburg (Head Office) 011 594 4339 lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Durban 3 Partick Close Gate1 JT Ross Park Northfield, 90 Old North Coast Road lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Cape Town Brackenrite Avenue Brackenfell, Cape Town lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Gqeberha 138 Paterson Road North End, Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha lifttrucks@goscor.co.za East London 4 Electron Road, Woodbrook, East London lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Nelspruit 2 Waterfall Avenue Riverside Industrial Park, Nelspruit lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Pietermaritzburg Unit F/G1, Willowood Park, 21 Du Toit Viljoen Road,Willowton, Pietermaritzburg lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Bloemfontein 50 Sand du Plessis Street Estoire, Bloemfontein lifttrucks@goscor.co.za Goscor Lift Trucks, part of the Goscor Group, has supplied the materials handling equipment market with state-of-the-art products and solutions since 1984. World-class, industry-leading forklift brands are available at competitive prices with quality guaranteed. We are the proud sole distributors for Bendi, Crown, Doosan, DEC, Movexx and Sunlight Batteries and Energy Storage Solutions. This means we offer a diverse forklift and warehousing product range that is second to none. Best practice industrial warehousing equipment and solutions ensure peace of mind and the lowest total cost of ownership. With its 40 years of industry experience and commitment to supplying industry-leading brands and bespoke solutions, it is a premier choice for businesses seeking reliability, innovation, and unparalleled service. Operating with the world's greatest equipment brands available to the African continent, customers are ensured complete peace of mind. Skilled technicians, comprehensive parts holdings and a national footprint complement the extensive product range. BBBEEE level 3, employing more than 1000 staff nationwide, Goscor has offices in all major centres within South Africa while boasting a significant dealer network in surrounding Southern African countries. More About the CEO Michael Keats, Director KZN Meet the CEO

RESPONSIBLY SOURCED This new technology product is made in Germany and bottled locally. It has unique properties, namely: it kills viruses, bacteria, fungi and some parasites. It is very safe and has no known side-effects.Quantum SilverRESPONSIBLY SOURCED This new technology product is made in Germany and bottled locally. It has unique properties, namely: it kills viruses, bacteria, fungi and some parasites. It is very safe and has no known side-effects.Quantum.Silver® (Q.S) is a solution of Quantum.Silver complex particles. The Nano Silver Complex is produced in Germany, making use of the Quantum Dot technology. During this process, every Silver atom is attached to a molecule. The Silver is less than 20nm in size. The consistent small size of each silver particle gives the Quantum Silver Complex unique characteristics and makes it highly effective against micro-organisms. At the same time, the Nano size also ensures speedy uptake of the Quantum.Silver once ingested, it is spread via the blood stream throughout the body and is again excreted mainly via the liver and bile within 24hrs. For this reason it is extremely safe as it does not accumulate in the body. Nano Silver (Quantum.Silver) has been widely researched in many countries over the past 10 years or more. Some medical researchers have focused on specific diseases, whereas others have looked at a more general application of the Nano Silver particles in medicine. The exact mechanism of action, bio-safety and effectiveness has been well documented by many medical research facilities across the globe.www.q-health.co.za 1B Glenart Rd, Kloof, KZN, 3610 T: +27 63 898 1085 info@q-health.co.zawww.q-health.co.za 1B Glenart Rd, Kloof, KZN, 3610 T: +27 63 898 1085 info@q-health.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 www.q-health.co.za 1B Glenart Rd, Kloof, KZN, 3610 T: +27 63 898 1085 info@q-health.co.za Quantum.Silver® (Q.S) is a solution of Quantum.Silver complex particles. The Nano Silver Complex is produced in Germany, making use of the Quantum Dot technology. During this process, every Silver atom is attached to a molecule. The Silver is less than 20nm in size. The consistent small size of each silver particle gives the Quantum Silver Complex unique characteristics and makes it highly effective against micro-organisms. At the same time, the Nano size also ensures speedy uptake of the Quantum.Silver once ingested, it is spread via the blood stream throughout the body and is again excreted mainly via the liver and bile within 24hrs. For this reason it is extremely safe as it does not accumulate in the body. Nano Silver (Quantum.Silver) has been widely researched in many countries over the past 10 years or more. Some medical researchers have focused on specific diseases, whereas others have looked at a more general application of the Nano Silver particles in medicine. The exact mechanism of action, bio-safety and effectiveness has been well documented by many medical research facilities across the globe. More About the CEO Dr Thomas Volker Meet the CEO

Established with a vision for growth and community impact, Argento Trading 117cc is a proudly South African business that holds a unique position in the apparel industryArgento Trading Established with a vision for growth and community impact, Argento Trading 117cc is a proudly South African business that holds a unique position in the apparel industryArgento Trading 117cc is a 100% black-owned, women- led Cut-Make-Trim (CMT) production facility based in Isithebe, KwaZulu-Natal. At the helm of Argento is the passionate and tenacious co-founder, Joudalle Govender who works alongside her husband TK Govender (founder and operational director). The couple are breaking boundaries in the local clothing and textile sector and take immense pride in their predominantly woman-managed and owned team, a diverse group of dedicated individuals who work passionately to bring their vision to life. As a leading CMT factory specialising in manufacturing corporate and fashion apparel, the company’s commitment to excellence, social responsibility, and empowerment sets them apart in the industry. Growth and Development Established with a vision for growth and community impact, Argento Trading 117cc is a proudly South African business that holds a unique position in the apparel industry. In addition to their expertise in manufacturing corporate and fashion apparel, they have taken strides to further enhance their vertical integration by establishing their own mill factory. The mill house factory is a partnership that plays a vital role in their commitment to producing high- quality garments. With state-of-the-art equipment and skilled technicians, they are able to produce their own premium cotton fabric. This vertical integration not only ensures the superior quality of their products but also allows them to have greater control over the entire production process, from raw material to the finished garment. Argento Trading 117cc takes great pride in contributing to the growth and development of the local textile and apparel industry. By producing their cotton locally, they support the local economy and create job opportunities for talented individuals in their region. Moreover, this approach aligns perfectly with their core values of empowerment and social responsibility, as they actively invest in the well-being of their community. Core Values Their journey towards becoming a leader in the industry has been driven by the dedication of their pre- dominantly woman-managed and owned team. Under Joudalle’s visionary leadership, Argento Trading, has evolved into a thriving company with a predominantly female workforce of 70 employees. Joudalle has been the driving force behind Argento Trading’s success, consistently upholding the company’s core values of excellence, empowerment, inclusivity, social responsibility, and integrity. One of her most significant achievements, she believes, is fostering a culture of stability within her company, where inclusivity and collaboration are the driving forces. “It’s no easy feat when you have to get 70 ladies to all be in agreement at any one time,” says Joudalle. This dedication to creating a harmonious and empowering workplace has led Argento Trading to be recognised as the fastest-growing small medium enterprise through the SME Accelerator programme in 2023. However, Joudalle says that her biggest achievement, and Argento’s as well, has been opening a training school for 18 young women from rural areas. She commented, ‘I think the training school was a highlight for me as a leader, which goes far beyond just monetary value, as leaving a legacy behind is important.” Primary Audiences Argento Trading 117cc products cater for two primary audiences: • Corporate Clients: This includes businesses, organisations, and institutes seeking high-quality and customised corporate apparel for their staff. • Fashion Brands: They partner with fashion brands looking for a reliable manufacturing partner to bring their brands to life with precision and finesse. Argento Trading has successfully manufactured for well-known brands. A Lasting Legacy As Argento Trading continues to grow, they remain committed to their mission of empowering individuals from disadvantaged areas, nurturing their skills, and positively impacting their wellness. Their ultimate vision is to be recognised as a brand that embodies social responsibility and integrity, not just within our nation but on an international stage. Argento Trading 117cc is more than just a CMT factory; they are a symbol of progress, innovation, and pride for our nation. They invite you to be a part of their journey as they create a lasting legacy in the apparel industry, driven by their unwavering commitment to quality, empowerment, and the spirit of South Africa.Full Name of Company: Argento Trading 117cc Nature of Business: Cut-Make-Trim (CMT) production facility Services/ Products: Corporate and fashion apparel, cotton fabric Date Established: 2018 Customer Base: Corporate and fashion brands No. of Employees: 120 employees B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION At Argento Trading 117cc, we aspire to build a brand within the industry that resonates with both apparel brands and consumers alike. Our brand will be known for its social responsibility, integrity, and dedication to manufacturing high-quality garments. MISSION Our mission is to establish a factory that will become a frontrunner in the production of premium garments. By empowering and developing the skills of individuals from underserved communities, we aim to create a positive impact on their wellness and uplift their livelihoods. KEY PERSONNEL Co-Founder and CEO: Joudalle Govender Co-Founder and Operational Director TK Govender CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 4 Red Street, Isithebe, Mandeni, South Africa, 4491 Tel: +27 (0)81 725 0133 E-mail: joudalle@aispowertools.co.zaFull Name of Company: Argento Trading 117cc Nature of Business: Cut-Make-Trim (CMT) production facility Services/ Products: Corporate and fashion apparel, cotton fabric Date Established: 2018 Customer Base: Corporate and fashion brands No. of Employees: 120 employees B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION At Argento Trading 117cc, we aspire to build a brand within the industry that resonates with both apparel brands and consumers alike. Our brand will be known for its social responsibility, integrity, and dedication to manufacturing high-quality garments. MISSION Our mission is to establish a factory that will become a frontrunner in the production of premium garments. By empowering and developing the skills of individuals from underserved communities, we aim to create a positive impact on their wellness and uplift their livelihoods. KEY PERSONNEL Co-Founder and CEO: Joudalle Govender Co-Founder and Operational Director TK Govender CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 4 Red Street, Isithebe, Mandeni, South Africa, 4491 Tel: +27 (0)81 725 0133 E-mail: joudalle@aispowertools.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: Argento Trading 117cc Nature of Business: Cut-Make-Trim (CMT) production facility Services/ Products: Corporate and fashion apparel, cotton fabric Date Established: 2018 Customer Base: Corporate and fashion brands No. of Employees: 120 employees B-BBEE Status: Level 1 VISION At Argento Trading 117cc, we aspire to build a brand within the industry that resonates with both apparel brands and consumers alike. Our brand will be known for its social responsibility, integrity, and dedication to manufacturing high-quality garments. MISSION Our mission is to establish a factory that will become a frontrunner in the production of premium garments. By empowering and developing the skills of individuals from underserved communities, we aim to create a positive impact on their wellness and uplift their livelihoods. KEY PERSONNEL Co-Founder and CEO: Joudalle Govender Co-Founder and Operational Director TK Govender CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 4 Red Street, Isithebe, Mandeni, South Africa, 4491 Tel: +27 (0)81 725 0133 E-mail: joudalle@aispowertools.co.za Argento Trading 117cc is a 100% black-owned, women- led Cut-Make-Trim (CMT) production facility based in Isithebe, KwaZulu-Natal. At the helm of Argento is the passionate and tenacious co-founder, Joudalle Govender who works alongside her husband TK Govender (founder and operational director). The couple are breaking boundaries in the local clothing and textile sector and take immense pride in their predominantly woman-managed and owned team, a diverse group of dedicated individuals who work passionately to bring their vision to life. As a leading CMT factory specialising in manufacturing corporate and fashion apparel, the company’s commitment to excellence, social responsibility, and empowerment sets them apart in the industry. Growth and Development Established with a vision for growth and community impact, Argento Trading 117cc is a proudly South African business that holds a unique position in the apparel industry. In addition to their expertise in manufacturing corporate and fashion apparel, they have taken strides to further enhance their vertical integration by establishing their own mill factory. The mill house factory is a partnership that plays a vital role in their commitment to producing high- quality garments. With state-of-the-art equipment and skilled technicians, they are able to produce their own premium cotton fabric. This vertical integration not only ensures the superior quality of their products but also allows them to have greater control over the entire production process, from raw material to the finished garment. Argento Trading 117cc takes great pride in contributing to the growth and development of the local textile and apparel industry. By producing their cotton locally, they support the local economy and create job opportunities for talented individuals in their region. Moreover, this approach aligns perfectly with their core values of empowerment and social responsibility, as they actively invest in the well-being of their community. Core Values Their journey towards becoming a leader in the industry has been driven by the dedication of their pre- dominantly woman-managed and owned team. Under Joudalle’s visionary leadership, Argento Trading, has evolved into a thriving company with a predominantly female workforce of 70 employees. Joudalle has been the driving force behind Argento Trading’s success, consistently upholding the company’s core values of excellence, empowerment, inclusivity, social responsibility, and integrity. One of her most significant achievements, she believes, is fostering a culture of stability within her company, where inclusivity and collaboration are the driving forces. “It’s no easy feat when you have to get 70 ladies to all be in agreement at any one time,” says Joudalle. This dedication to creating a harmonious and empowering workplace has led Argento Trading to be recognised as the fastest-growing small medium enterprise through the SME Accelerator programme in 2023. However, Joudalle says that her biggest achievement, and Argento’s as well, has been opening a training school for 18 young women from rural areas. She commented, ‘I think the training school was a highlight for me as a leader, which goes far beyond just monetary value, as leaving a legacy behind is important.” Primary Audiences Argento Trading 117cc products cater for two primary audiences: • Corporate Clients: This includes businesses, organisations, and institutes seeking high-quality and customised corporate apparel for their staff. • Fashion Brands: They partner with fashion brands looking for a reliable manufacturing partner to bring their brands to life with precision and finesse. Argento Trading has successfully manufactured for well-known brands. A Lasting Legacy As Argento Trading continues to grow, they remain committed to their mission of empowering individuals from disadvantaged areas, nurturing their skills, and positively impacting their wellness. Their ultimate vision is to be recognised as a brand that embodies social responsibility and integrity, not just within our nation but on an international stage. Argento Trading 117cc is more than just a CMT factory; they are a symbol of progress, innovation, and pride for our nation. They invite you to be a part of their journey as they create a lasting legacy in the apparel industry, driven by their unwavering commitment to quality, empowerment, and the spirit of South Africa. More About the CEO Joudalle Govender Meet the CEO

Invest Durban delivers a world-class Metro based investor support serviceInvest Durban Invest Durban delivers a world-class Metro based investor support serviceInvest Durban was recommended by the Durban City Council and organised private business as the First Stop Shop to stimulate new investment in the Durban metropolis. We act as a partnership between the Metro City Council and the private business sector, offering a free investor advisory service, plus key promotion, facilitation, and aftercare services between all investment stakeholders. Invest Durban delivers a world-class Metro based investor support service, encompassing our four part business mandate, namely investment promotion and marketing; foreign investment identification, attraction and facilitation; FDI aftercare and expansion, plus investment advocacy. Invest Durban works together with organisations such as the Department of Trade & Industry including Invest SA, Trade and Investment KZN (TIKZN), the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the KZN Growth Coalition, and State-Owned Enterprises such as Dube TradePort, the DBSA, IDC, Eskom, ACSA and others. Categories The thrust of Durban’s proposition to attract investors can be put into three broad categories: • Premium Destination; a business and lifestyle environment most conducive to profitable, sustainable, with ample land available • Catalytic Projects, which have the potential to shift the socio-economic landscape and trigger a series of investments across several sectors • Priority Sectors, which receive the focus of planners in a variety of ways, including the creation of clusters and the development of value chains to promote new ventures and investment opportunities. Catalytic Projects Durban is working on a number of large-scale projects that have the potential to make a regional impact. The location of these projects is vital. They must either be on national trade routes or they should help to break down the old apartheid living/working dynamics. Projects are selected for their scale in terms of job creation, investment size and potential revenue creation. Ideally, the projects should include a combination of uses (retail, commercial and housing, for example) and they should fit in with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. The Point Waterfront Development, for example, fits very well into the category of a catalytic project. Some projections put the potential investment value at R40-billion and the number of permanent jobs to be created at 6 750. It is an ambitious plan that is already linking the city’s beach promenade and the harbour. The Point Waterfront Development offers a property use mix of office space, retail shops, residential dwellings and leisure options. The 55 ha site has already seen significant investment. The new cruise line terminal in the harbour, backing on to the Point, dovetails well with the new atmosphere of the precinct. Other major projects, amongst others, include the: • GO!Durban Transport Oriented Development, which has already received major road upgrades and will be an even greater enabler of trade • Centrum Government Precinct which would formalise the relationship between buildings such as the International Convention Centre (and extensions) and a related hotel, the library, council chambers and the redevelopment of Gugu Dlamini Park • Cornubia integrated human settlement development north of Durban, on 1 300 ha, a partnership between Tongaat Hulett Development, the human settlement departments at national and provincial level and eThekwini municipality • Dube TradePort, the multi-modal facility at King Shaka International Airport Cluster Initiatives Durban has a very diverse economic landscape, within which there are some large-scale enterprises. Cooperation between the public and private sectors is formalised by the large number of cluster initiatives which aim to draw to together experience and expertise from commerce and industry, labour organisations, government and academia. Under manufacturing, the following clusters or programmes are active: • KZN Clothing and Textile Cluster (KZN CTC) • Durban Automotive Cluster (DAC) • Durban Chemical Cluster (DCC) • eThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) • KZN Furniture Incubator • Agro-processing development programmes Research aims to find out how best to grow particular economic sectors, and in-depth discussions are held about how to develop and grow value chains. The wealth of KwaZulu-Natal is mostly consumed or exported in its raw state - much more could be done to add value through processing. The priority sectors are: • Automotive and allied industries • Logistics and logistics management • ICT and BPS (Information & communication’s technology, plus business process services) • Agri-processing • Life sciences (including pharmaceuticals, medical device manufacturing, plus health facilities) • Tourism asset development Some of these initiatives play to the existing strengths of the regional economy, some seek to exploit newer avenues as in the emphasis on the environment and a growing interest in the oceans’ economy. A variety of projects link tourism, renewable energy generation, recycling and job creation. There are various other broader programmes which have their own goals, but there will be positive spin- offs for the targeted sectors. These schemes include the drive to increase local content, boosting metal fabrication across sectors, the promotion of black industrialists, promoting exports and the over- arching eThekwini Industrial Development Policy Action Plan. Companies operating in these key sectors are invited to contact Invest Durban and benefit from these initiatives!Name of Company: Invest Durban Nature of Business: Investment promotion for eThekwini Municipality Services / Products: “First Stop Shop” to attract, retain, expand and facilitate foreign direct investment into the Durban Metro. We provide marketing support, free investment advisory services, project management assistance, opportunity identification, and regulatory process facilitation to foreign investors, plus local empowerment partners. Date Established: 2001 KEY PERSONNEL Acting Deputy City Manager: Mr. Lihle Phewa HOD: Russell Curtis CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 41 Margaret Mncadi Avenue, 11th Floor, Durban, 4001 Postal Address: P.O. Box 1203, Durban, 4000 Tel: +27 (0)31 311 4227 E-mail: invest@durban.gov.za Website: www.invest.durban www.durban.gov.zaName of Company: Invest Durban Nature of Business: Investment promotion for eThekwini Municipality Services / Products: “First Stop Shop” to attract, retain, expand and facilitate foreign direct investment into the Durban Metro. We provide marketing support, free investment advisory services, project management assistance, opportunity identification, and regulatory process facilitation to foreign investors, plus local empowerment partners. Date Established: 2001 KEY PERSONNEL Acting Deputy City Manager: Mr. Lihle Phewa HOD: Russell Curtis CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 41 Margaret Mncadi Avenue, 11th Floor, Durban, 4001 Postal Address: P.O. Box 1203, Durban, 4000 Tel: +27 (0)31 311 4227 E-mail: invest@durban.gov.za Website: www.invest.durban www.durban.gov.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 Name of Company: Invest Durban Nature of Business: Investment promotion for eThekwini Municipality Services / Products: “First Stop Shop” to attract, retain, expand and facilitate foreign direct investment into the Durban Metro. We provide marketing support, free investment advisory services, project management assistance, opportunity identification, and regulatory process facilitation to foreign investors, plus local empowerment partners. Date Established: 2001 KEY PERSONNEL Acting Deputy City Manager: Mr. Lihle Phewa HOD: Russell Curtis CONTACT DETAILS HEAD OFFICE Physical Address: 41 Margaret Mncadi Avenue, 11th Floor, Durban, 4001 Postal Address: P.O. Box 1203, Durban, 4000 Tel: +27 (0)31 311 4227 E-mail: invest@durban.gov.za Website: www.invest.durban www.durban.gov.za Invest Durban was recommended by the Durban City Council and organised private business as the First Stop Shop to stimulate new investment in the Durban metropolis. We act as a partnership between the Metro City Council and the private business sector, offering a free investor advisory service, plus key promotion, facilitation, and aftercare services between all investment stakeholders. Invest Durban delivers a world-class Metro based investor support service, encompassing our four part business mandate, namely investment promotion and marketing; foreign investment identification, attraction and facilitation; FDI aftercare and expansion, plus investment advocacy. Invest Durban works together with organisations such as the Department of Trade & Industry including Invest SA, Trade and Investment KZN (TIKZN), the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the KZN Growth Coalition, and State-Owned Enterprises such as Dube TradePort, the DBSA, IDC, Eskom, ACSA and others. Categories The thrust of Durban’s proposition to attract investors can be put into three broad categories: • Premium Destination; a business and lifestyle environment most conducive to profitable, sustainable, with ample land available • Catalytic Projects, which have the potential to shift the socio-economic landscape and trigger a series of investments across several sectors • Priority Sectors, which receive the focus of planners in a variety of ways, including the creation of clusters and the development of value chains to promote new ventures and investment opportunities. Catalytic Projects Durban is working on a number of large-scale projects that have the potential to make a regional impact. The location of these projects is vital. They must either be on national trade routes or they should help to break down the old apartheid living/working dynamics. Projects are selected for their scale in terms of job creation, investment size and potential revenue creation. Ideally, the projects should include a combination of uses (retail, commercial and housing, for example) and they should fit in with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. The Point Waterfront Development, for example, fits very well into the category of a catalytic project. Some projections put the potential investment value at R40-billion and the number of permanent jobs to be created at 6 750. It is an ambitious plan that is already linking the city’s beach promenade and the harbour. The Point Waterfront Development offers a property use mix of office space, retail shops, residential dwellings and leisure options. The 55 ha site has already seen significant investment. The new cruise line terminal in the harbour, backing on to the Point, dovetails well with the new atmosphere of the precinct. Other major projects, amongst others, include the: • GO!Durban Transport Oriented Development, which has already received major road upgrades and will be an even greater enabler of trade • Centrum Government Precinct which would formalise the relationship between buildings such as the International Convention Centre (and extensions) and a related hotel, the library, council chambers and the redevelopment of Gugu Dlamini Park • Cornubia integrated human settlement development north of Durban, on 1 300 ha, a partnership between Tongaat Hulett Development, the human settlement departments at national and provincial level and eThekwini municipality • Dube TradePort, the multi-modal facility at King Shaka International Airport Cluster Initiatives Durban has a very diverse economic landscape, within which there are some large-scale enterprises. Cooperation between the public and private sectors is formalised by the large number of cluster initiatives which aim to draw to together experience and expertise from commerce and industry, labour organisations, government and academia. Under manufacturing, the following clusters or programmes are active: • KZN Clothing and Textile Cluster (KZN CTC) • Durban Automotive Cluster (DAC) • Durban Chemical Cluster (DCC) • eThekwini Maritime Cluster (EMC) • KZN Furniture Incubator • Agro-processing development programmes Research aims to find out how best to grow particular economic sectors, and in-depth discussions are held about how to develop and grow value chains. The wealth of KwaZulu-Natal is mostly consumed or exported in its raw state - much more could be done to add value through processing. The priority sectors are: • Automotive and allied industries • Logistics and logistics management • ICT and BPS (Information & communication’s technology, plus business process services) • Agri-processing • Life sciences (including pharmaceuticals, medical device manufacturing, plus health facilities) • Tourism asset development Some of these initiatives play to the existing strengths of the regional economy, some seek to exploit newer avenues as in the emphasis on the environment and a growing interest in the oceans’ economy. A variety of projects link tourism, renewable energy generation, recycling and job creation. There are various other broader programmes which have their own goals, but there will be positive spin- offs for the targeted sectors. These schemes include the drive to increase local content, boosting metal fabrication across sectors, the promotion of black industrialists, promoting exports and the over- arching eThekwini Industrial Development Policy Action Plan. Companies operating in these key sectors are invited to contact Invest Durban and benefit from these initiatives! More About the CEO Meet the CEO

Hannah Grace is a proudly South African online business that serves expectant and new mothers of South Africa with maternity and breastfeeding friendly clothingHannah Grace Hannah Grace is a proudly South African online business that serves expectant and new mothers of South Africa with maternity and breastfeeding friendly clothingHannah Grace is a proudly South African online business that serves expectant and new mothers of South Africa with maternity and breastfeeding friendly clothing. The company was established in 2014 and is based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Lyndall Moodley, the company founder, is a marketing and business information systems honours graduate and also a mother of four children. She was inspired to start Hannah Grace based on her own experience and perceived lack of innovation and diversity in maternity wear available in South Africa. She commented, “Hannah in the Bible was a woman who yearned to have a baby of her own and was driven by faith to dare believe she would have one. My journey has been founded in a similar faith and what started as a goal to own my time, has grown into a vision to build a legacy for my children, employees and their children.” Lyndall is an active participant in the day-to-day operational activities of the business. This involvement, she says, “Allows for a hands-on approach to managing the operations of the business to observe areas of strength and weakness, and we can therefore adjust operational activities accordingly.” In-house Operations The company initially focused on designing its clothing range, with manufacturing fulfilled by a third party Cut Make and Trim (CMT) in the Durban area. At inception, the company serviced 28 Kids Emporium Stores nationally on consignment. In 2016 a website was developed on a WIX (self-build) website platform. By 2017 the company employed its first operations manager to manage the despatch and manufacture of the stock required. Hannah Grace then listed on Takealot and Zando. In 2019 the WIX platform could not sustain the website traffic and the company’s first contracted web developer was brought on board. In addition, the company took the opportunity to rebrand and develop a new logo. In 2020 instability in its supply chain, as a consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic, resulted in the company moving manufacturing from the third party to its own in-house operations. Although this was a daunting task in the face of the added pressures related to Covid-19, the company invested in securing manufacturing floor space, additional staff and equipment. The first official factory premises were rented in Berea Road with two machinists and production commenced. “Every garment is sampled by myself or a team member before production to make sure that its ideal for both pregnancy and after. If you meet me personally there is a very high possibility that I would be wearing my own garment,” explained Lyndall. Hannah Grace now employs six fulltime factory staff, two contracted staff and three admin staff. The company grew so much that it had to move to its current premises on Station Road (The Design Hub) in 2021. Diversification and Flexibility The move to in-house manufacturing has provided a platform for diversification in the product lines and target market, as well as allowing more flexibility to scale production up or down based on the sporadic nature of online sales. In addition, in-house manufacturing allows for: • Faster turnaround time • Flexibility to meet consumer specific needs in terms of measurements • Lower cost • Better manufacturing control New Growth Opportunities The business now has two capsules, one the e-commerce platforms and two the manufacturing arm. The new capacity also presented new growth opportunities for existing staff who needed to upskill and take on additional responsibilities. The manufacturing capability has allowed Hannah Grace to also take on promotional work. The growth in capacity will also allow the company to stretch into babywear, linen and even men’s wear. Digital Space The online channel provides access to anywhere, anytime shopping through the Hannah Grace website http://www.hannahgrace.co.za, and through e-commerce platforms like Takealot and Zando. “We have also launched our own app available for download on the Istore and Playstore. We are proud to say that we are the first maternity brand to be pioneering the way in this new digital space and we look forward to continuing in pushing the boundaries,” added Lyndall. Hannah Grace currently enjoys 18,000 Facebook followers and 16,2k on Instagram. Social Responsibility Hannah Grace is a member of Embrace… The Movement for Mothers In SA. The company also actively supports the Flourish Brand, which has been established to support disadvantaged black and coloured mothers with antenatal and postnatal support. They do so by sponsoring one mother every six weeks on the Flourish journey. Recognition Hannah Grace was previously chosen as one of 12 finalists in the Threads Business Accelerator powered by Standard Bank and Mercedes Benz. Lyndall was chosen by EMBRACE as a Mamandlela Fellow – representing leadership amongst mothers and promoting social entrepreneurship in the KZN community. In addition, Hannah Grace was a finalist in the Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards 2022 in the Business Innovation category.Full Name of Company: Hannah Grace Nature of Business: Online maternity store Products: Maternity and breastfeeding wear Date Established: January 2014 Customer Base: General public No. of Employees: 11 Bank: Standard Bank VISION The vision of Hannah Grace is to be the leading online maternity store in South Africa. MISSION Its mission is to provide locally produced, affordable and quality maternity clothing by being innovative and creative in both functionality and style. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lyndall Moodley Financial Manager: Desmond Moodley Operations Manager: Natasha Govindasamy Admin Manager: Kirenza Pillay CONTACT DETAILS Street Address: 39 Station Road, Umgeni, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4000 Tel: +27(0) 82 451 0408 E-mail: Lyndall@hannahgrace.co.za Website: www.hannahgrace.co.za Full Name of Company: Hannah Grace Nature of Business: Online maternity store Products: Maternity and breastfeeding wear Date Established: January 2014 Customer Base: General public No. of Employees: 11 Bank: Standard Bank VISION The vision of Hannah Grace is to be the leading online maternity store in South Africa. MISSION Its mission is to provide locally produced, affordable and quality maternity clothing by being innovative and creative in both functionality and style. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lyndall Moodley Financial Manager: Desmond Moodley Operations Manager: Natasha Govindasamy Admin Manager: Kirenza Pillay CONTACT DETAILS Street Address: 39 Station Road, Umgeni, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4000 Tel: +27(0) 82 451 0408 E-mail: Lyndall@hannahgrace.co.za Website: www.hannahgrace.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: Hannah Grace Nature of Business: Online maternity store Products: Maternity and breastfeeding wear Date Established: January 2014 Customer Base: General public No. of Employees: 11 Bank: Standard Bank VISION The vision of Hannah Grace is to be the leading online maternity store in South Africa. MISSION Its mission is to provide locally produced, affordable and quality maternity clothing by being innovative and creative in both functionality and style. KEY PERSONNEL CEO: Lyndall Moodley Financial Manager: Desmond Moodley Operations Manager: Natasha Govindasamy Admin Manager: Kirenza Pillay CONTACT DETAILS Street Address: 39 Station Road, Umgeni, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4000 Tel: +27(0) 82 451 0408 E-mail: Lyndall@hannahgrace.co.za Website: www.hannahgrace.co.za Hannah Grace is a proudly South African online business that serves expectant and new mothers of South Africa with maternity and breastfeeding friendly clothing. The company was established in 2014 and is based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Lyndall Moodley, the company founder, is a marketing and business information systems honours graduate and also a mother of four children. She was inspired to start Hannah Grace based on her own experience and perceived lack of innovation and diversity in maternity wear available in South Africa. She commented, “Hannah in the Bible was a woman who yearned to have a baby of her own and was driven by faith to dare believe she would have one. My journey has been founded in a similar faith and what started as a goal to own my time, has grown into a vision to build a legacy for my children, employees and their children.” Lyndall is an active participant in the day-to-day operational activities of the business. This involvement, she says, “Allows for a hands-on approach to managing the operations of the business to observe areas of strength and weakness, and we can therefore adjust operational activities accordingly.” In-house Operations The company initially focused on designing its clothing range, with manufacturing fulfilled by a third party Cut Make and Trim (CMT) in the Durban area. At inception, the company serviced 28 Kids Emporium Stores nationally on consignment. In 2016 a website was developed on a WIX (self-build) website platform. By 2017 the company employed its first operations manager to manage the despatch and manufacture of the stock required. Hannah Grace then listed on Takealot and Zando. In 2019 the WIX platform could not sustain the website traffic and the company’s first contracted web developer was brought on board. In addition, the company took the opportunity to rebrand and develop a new logo. In 2020 instability in its supply chain, as a consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic, resulted in the company moving manufacturing from the third party to its own in-house operations. Although this was a daunting task in the face of the added pressures related to Covid-19, the company invested in securing manufacturing floor space, additional staff and equipment. The first official factory premises were rented in Berea Road with two machinists and production commenced. “Every garment is sampled by myself or a team member before production to make sure that its ideal for both pregnancy and after. If you meet me personally there is a very high possibility that I would be wearing my own garment,” explained Lyndall. Hannah Grace now employs six fulltime factory staff, two contracted staff and three admin staff. The company grew so much that it had to move to its current premises on Station Road (The Design Hub) in 2021. Diversification and Flexibility The move to in-house manufacturing has provided a platform for diversification in the product lines and target market, as well as allowing more flexibility to scale production up or down based on the sporadic nature of online sales. In addition, in-house manufacturing allows for: • Faster turnaround time • Flexibility to meet consumer specific needs in terms of measurements • Lower cost • Better manufacturing control New Growth Opportunities The business now has two capsules, one the e-commerce platforms and two the manufacturing arm. The new capacity also presented new growth opportunities for existing staff who needed to upskill and take on additional responsibilities. The manufacturing capability has allowed Hannah Grace to also take on promotional work. The growth in capacity will also allow the company to stretch into babywear, linen and even men’s wear. Digital Space The online channel provides access to anywhere, anytime shopping through the Hannah Grace website http://www.hannahgrace.co.za , and through e-commerce platforms like Takealot and Zando. “We have also launched our own app available for download on the Istore and Playstore. We are proud to say that we are the first maternity brand to be pioneering the way in this new digital space and we look forward to continuing in pushing the boundaries,” added Lyndall. Hannah Grace currently enjoys 18,000 Facebook followers and 16,2k on Instagram. Social Responsibility Hannah Grace is a member of Embrace… The Movement for Mothers In SA. The company also actively supports the Flourish Brand, which has been established to support disadvantaged black and coloured mothers with antenatal and postnatal support. They do so by sponsoring one mother every six weeks on the Flourish journey. Recognition Hannah Grace was previously chosen as one of 12 finalists in the Threads Business Accelerator powered by Standard Bank and Mercedes Benz. Lyndall was chosen by EMBRACE as a Mamandlela Fellow – representing leadership amongst mothers and promoting social entrepreneurship in the KZN community. In addition, Hannah Grace was a finalist in the Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards 2022 in the Business Innovation category. More About the CEO Lyndall Moodley Meet the CEO