John Craig’s well-thought-out business model is proving to be an example to follow for the entire SA fashion industry as the men’s clothing and footwear specialist expands its offering into Africa. As the saying goes; longevity is a true mark of...
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FERRO SA – Exporter of the Year planning for Further African Growth
Ferro South Africa has been named as the Exporter of the Year for 2015 by the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Group Export Manager, Robin Legg talks to Enterprise Africa to explain more about the company’s plans for further expansion into...
HOTEL PARTNERS AFRICA – African Hospitality at its Best
As Africa’s middle-class continues to grow, and tourists and business travellers flock to the hub-cities of some of the world’s fastest growing economies, the need for international-class quality hotels is increasing. Hotel Partners Africa is one...
FANCOURT – The Garden Route’s Pièce de Résistance
On the Garden Route, set in lush countryside with the backdrop of the Outeniqua Mountain Range, you’ll find Fancourt South Africa. Just seven kilometres from the town of George, this 613 hectare site is one of Africa’s favourite tourism businesses....
RAKO TAMPERSEAL – German Excellence Proudly Produced In South Africa
In an industry that is teeming with competition, Rako Tamperseal has managed to develop a strategy that has seen the company grow significantly in recent times. Investments into its African operations and its technology portfolio have been central...
DA GAMA TEXTILES – Business Growth in a Difficult Industry
In just 14 months, Da Gama textiles has managed to increase production by 40% by reducing machine downtime and productivity. Managing Director, Greg James has been a big part of this turn-around and he tells Enterprise Africa more about the...
BOSVELD SITRUS – Business Growth in a Difficult Industry
2014’s National Farmer of the Year, the Bosveld Group is the biggest private citrus grower and exporter in South Africa. The family-run business is recognised by most as one of the most innovative and forward-thinking companies in the agricultural...
HYPROP – Standing Strong in Tough Times
Hyprop Investments is one company that is showing positive signs as we move into a 2016 that is set to be a difficult year for financial organisations. The shopping centre heavyweight is investing in its portfolio, bringing down vacancies, and it...
CASTROL SA – Slick Marketing Cements Castrol as Industry Leader
Castrol South Africa is preparing to supply its world class products to one of the world’s most ambitious engineering products, set to take place in SA in 2016. It has also recently invested in a product that could improve the safety of the...
DB SCHENKER SA – A Growing Presence in African Logistics
Since its establishment in 1962, DB Schenker has grown to become one of the leading transport and logistics companies in South Africa. With success particularly over the last decade, it now boasts operations at each of South Africa’s major ports,...
ICASA – Studying Pricing in South Africa
Prices continue to form the basis of discussion for ICASA. The price of data, the price of calling and the price of technology that allows us to do so much is always under review by South Africa’s communications industry governing body… Africa is...
ZEISS SA – An Innovative Vision
Zeiss has been represented on the African continent for the past 75 years, as part of the renowned global organisation. With branches in the Western Cape and Kwa-Zulu Natal, the South African company headquarters is situated in Randburg, Gauteng...
ABB SA – Energy, Rail, Mining – ABB Powers All
In South Africa, ABB is a dominant player in the power and automation business. With huge contracts underway in energy, rail, mining and many other industries, the future looks bright for this innovative organisation, despite the bleak economic...
INGULA PUMPED STORAGE SCHEME – Supply to Start Soon
The Ingula Pumped Storage Scheme is set to supply 1332 MW of peaking energy to South Africa’s grid when it is fully commissioned next year. This supply is going to be absolutely vital when controlling the demand for electricity in peak times. Gibb...
CROSS FIRE MANAGEMENT – 25 Years and Still Saving Lives and Protecting Property
Cross Fire Management is facing an exciting future. As it continues to expand into Africa, with big contracts from prominent developers, and its activities in South Africa also showing no signs of slowing, its founder says that the plan has always...
MARSH RISK CONSULTING – Upbeat About Continental Insurance Industry
Global insurance giant, Marsh, is continuing its push across the continent and is eyeing up opportunities in many African nations. In many cases, the continent is hugely under insured and with an ever growing middle class, there are opportunities...
VEGTECH 2000 – Growing in Great Greenhouses
Vegtech 2000 designs, manufactures, delivers, erects and installs some of the most technologically advanced polyethylene greenhouses and other solutions for all undercover growing requirements. While expanding into Africa, this innovative...
STANDARD ELECTRICAL – African Business Providing the Spark for Growth
Standard Electrical Co-owner, Stephen Pell tells us that after taking control of the business last year, he has made important changes that are now being realised. Even though the country’s construction industry is not thriving, this expert...