Profiles

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...

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...

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....

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

“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...

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...

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.