Profiles

Half A Century of Financial Innovation

Half A Century of Financial Innovation

Founded in 1969 by the country’s government, Zambia National Commercial Bank (Zanaco) is a commercial bank with a comprehensive service offering including loans, savings and investments. Alongside these, an unerring policy of constant innovation...

Biovac to Develop Novel Vaccine in Cape Town

Biovac to Develop Novel Vaccine in Cape Town

South Africa’s Biovac Institute is developing a novel vaccine against Group B Streptococcus disease. Supported by PATH, developing the vaccine in South Africa is proof for CEO, Dr Morena Makhoana, that this local industry leading organisation is...

Fidelity ADT: Always There For You

Fidelity ADT: Always There For You

South Africa’s leading name in security is Fidelity ADT, and since the merger that brought Fidelity and ADT together in 2017, this industry leading organisation has gone from strength to strength, delivering for its clients without exception....

Lesotho’s Leading Bank Takes Digital Strategy

Lesotho’s Leading Bank Takes Digital Strategy

Standard Lesotho Bank’s Chief Information Officer, Samuel Koatla tells Enterprise Africa that the bank will be pursuing a digital strategy in order to boost growth. “One thing that all banks are looking at is the ability of mobile devices,” he...

Boutique Investment Advisory Firm Drives African Development

Boutique Investment Advisory Firm Drives African Development

A specific focus on energy infrastructure, water and innovation has allowed Sandton-based investment advisory firm, Graysmaker, to develop a unique project portfolio which is attracting the attention of local listed and international investors.

Proudly South African Tourvest Enjoys Global Success

Proudly South African Tourvest Enjoys Global Success

Industry leading integrated tourism group, Tourvest, is furthering its reach around the globe by opening up in East Africa and entering new markets including Australia and New Zealand. CEO of Tourvest’s Destination Management division, Martin Wiest...

Opening the Door of Opportunity

Opening the Door of Opportunity

Swartland has repositioned itself, becoming South Africa’s building materials supplier of choice. The business, which started out as a single DIY store in the Western Cape, is now investing heavily into people and product range development in order...

New Letšeng CEO Celebrates 910 Find

New Letšeng CEO Celebrates 910 Find

In February, Letšeng Diamonds welcomed its new CEO, Mr Kelebone Leisanyane. This experienced leader is excited about the future at the world’s highest dollar per carat kimberlite diamond mine. He talks to Enterprise Africa about large stones and...

The African Sky Is No Limit for Solenta Aviation

The African Sky Is No Limit for Solenta Aviation

Johannesburg-based Solenta Aviation is growing its fleet, expanding into new territories, and building strong and lasting relationships with prominent clients. “Solenta Aviation has an increasing global footprint and has a desire to expand upon...

Long Lasting, Superior Quality From MacNeil Plastics

Long Lasting, Superior Quality From MacNeil Plastics

Cape Town’s MacNeil Plastics is looking to capture market share with new products and superior quality. The company has partnered with a European specialist to bring the very best to its South African customers. Managing Director, Derek Faulds...

AFGRI Embracing Digital Farming Revolution

For 95 years, AFGRI has been leading the way in South Africa’s agricultural industry and now it is looking to the future and a digital revolution. The company has developed an eAccounts system and has invested into a financial institution so that...

AFGRI: Africa’s Agricultural Partner for Life

AFGRI: Africa’s Agricultural Partner for Life

The journey to agricultural success starts with a trusted partner, and after many years of success on the African continent and further afield, AFGRI has become recognised as a partner that can support all agricultural businesses as they grow. The...

Booming Tourism Market Boosts SATIB

Booming Tourism Market Boosts SATIB

SATIB Insurance Brokers is a niche provider of products to suit players in the African travel and tourism sectors. Off the back of strong performance and significant merger activity, SATIB is poised for growth across Africa. New Managing Director,...

Tintswalo Lodges: South Africa’s Hidden Gems

Tintswalo Lodges: South Africa’s Hidden Gems

Established around 15 years ago, the Tintswalo Lodges business has grown to become a leading light in the country’s luxury travel and tourism industry. Born from the idea of African open-air camping, this is a business that creates a true spiritual...

CPT – A Very Active Ingredient

CPT – A Very Active Ingredient

With imported active pharmaceutical ingredients accounting for 60 to 65% of a finished product, the prizes for a strong South African entry into the sector are clear. Pretoria’s Chemical Process Technologies is the front runner. “All of a sudden it...

Table Charm: Making A Difference

Table Charm: Making A Difference

“We don’t just tell people we want to change lives, we actually do it,” says Table Charm Managing Director, Michael Whitehouse. This is a direct-selling company that is helping to tackle South Africa’s crippling unemployment problem by constantly...

Fancourt Targets Families and Adventure Tourists for Growth

Fancourt Targets Families and Adventure Tourists for Growth

With unmatched offerings in golf, hotel accommodation, conferencing and events, and real estate, Fancourt is a business at the forefront of a drive to place South Africa’s Garden Route to the top of Africa’s tourism industry. CEO Georgie Davidson...

Petra Trades Strong In Hard Market

Petra Trades Strong In Hard Market

An increase in production and revenue in its FY 2018 Q3 is making those involved in Petra Diamonds operation excited about what the future will hold when its various mine plans are completed later next year.

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