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Aluwani Museisi, Country Director at Shell Downstream SA, opens up about the imminent sale of the business that has such a major footprint and impact across South Africa. A major employer, a large and consistent CSR contributor, and a supplier of products that keep people and businesses moving, SDSA is a nationally critical asset, and the process of sale must be handled correctly. Museisi also explains that improvements are being made every week in terms of carbon footprint and emissions from operations, with new products and new solar energy initiatives high on the company’s agenda.

Newmark Hotels and Resorts is driving progress in a different industry – tourism. By onboarding some of the best hospitality offerings across southern Africa and installing world-class processes and strategies, the reputation of the region is enhanced dramatically. COO Mike Vroom talks to us about managing a complex and impressive network, while supporting an impressive local supply chain.

Durban’s Morgancoat is addressing gaps in the market with innovative solutions as it looks to solidify its position as the local alternative to international corporates in the manufacture of self-adhesive label-stock and related products. The team was recently at Propak Africa, a leading industry event, to discuss innovation and sustainability with peers.

Wanawake Industrial Supplies is celebrating a very successful year, bringing on new brands that are vetted thoroughly for African conditions, as well as gaining traction in new markets around sub-Saharan Africa. This is all a result of MD Sean Sandham investing heavily on internal quality and processes.

All of these companies are different, but all are achieving success against a backdrop of uncertainty. Get in touch and tell us how your business is thriving through a concentrated strategy. We’re online at LinkedIn.