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MARKING MILESTONES, SHAPING THE FUTURE

elcome to the October the common thread is one of ■ When can consultants charge We are also proud to acknowledge
2025 edition of Business empowerment through knowledge time-based fees? page 5 Tyson Properties on reaching an
WSense, a publication and collaboration. ■ Powering financial agility and impressive milestone of 20 years
that continues to showcase the growth, page 6 of excellence in the property
innovation, leadership, and Our cover feature on Lesedi ■ How HR can safeguard industry. From humble beginnings
entrepreneurial excellence that Metsoamere, Regional Executive your organisation against FIC to becoming one of South Africa’s KWAZULU-NATAL
defines KwaZulu-Natal’s dynamic for Private Wealth Banking at violations, page 6 most trusted real estate brands,
business community. Absa Group, captures a story of ■ Private public partnerships, Tyson Properties has built its legacy BUSINESS CHAMBERS
determination, leadership, and
Each issue is a reminder that our authentic connection. Her words page 7 on professionalism, integrity, and COUNCIL:
province is home to extraordinary remind us that leadership is not ■ The out-sourced in-house an unwavering commitment to
people and organisations that just about strategy and results but accountant, page 10 clients and communities. Over Chairperson: Paul Ngema
lead with purpose and make also about empathy and service. ■ Vision statements that actually two decades, the company has Physical Address:
an enduring impact. This was This message resonates strongly inspire, page 12 expanded its footprint, nurtured Queens Court Building,
especially evident at the recent in the current business climate, ■ A scientific approach to its people, and adapted to a fast- 5 Samora Machel Street,
breakfast launch of the KZN Top where adaptability and human building better businesses, changing market while staying true Durban, 4001
Business Portfolio – see page 8. understanding are essential drivers page 16 to its founding values. Tel: +27 (0)31 305 9867
In this edition, we highlight of success. A particularly inspiring The special supplement in E-mail: info@nafcockzn.org.za
individuals and companies This issue explores themes central highlight is our focus on women this issue pays tribute to their
who are navigating an evolving to the province’s growth – from through the KZN Top Business journey and celebrates their Website: www.kznchamber.co.za
economic landscape with discussions around professional Women 2025 initiative. See page 9. continued success as a proudly
resilience and insight. From Absa’s integrity, financial transparency, This platform celebrates women KwaZulu-Natal business that has act with clarity, courage, and
Lesedi Metsoamere, who leads as well as the need for personal who are breaking barriers and set benchmarks in service and collaboration. May this edition of
with compassion and conviction, vigilance on the road. creating opportunities for others. innovation.
to our editorial partners offering It is both a celebration and a call Business Sense inform, inspire,
critical guidance on labour law, These include: to action, reaffirming that when As we approach the final months and remind us all that our
financial intelligence compliance, ■ Unfair dismissal in South women thrive, businesses and of 2025, the message is clear – collective efforts continue to shape
and professional services, Africa, page 4 communities prosper. the future belongs to those who a province full of promise. 

THE ENTREPRENEUR 2025 EXHIBITION

he iLembe Chamber of This impactful annual participation and attendance, as ■ Vee Mafunda, VMT Petroleum The programme is proudly
Commerce, Industry competition is designed to well as the quality of the business ■ Nokubonga Nkwanyana, presented in partnership with
Tand Tourism is excited to elevate local entrepreneurs, plan submitted. VV Nothando Enterprise iLembe, Airports
announce that The Entrepreneur build lasting impact, and unlock Among others, finalists include: The iLembe Chamber invites: Company South Africa, The
2025 Finalists will be showcasing real growth. Selected business ■ North Coast Courier, Siza Water,
Londiwe Ntuli, Zetenem Beauty ■
their innovative businesses at the owners participated in a ten-week Spa Members of the public AVON Peaking Power, and
15th Annual The Entrepreneur entrepreneurial development ■ Gugu Khumalo, Khetho ■ Potential investors ENGIE Peakers Operations.
Exhibition. programme accredited by the ■ Aspiring entrepreneurs
University of KwaZulu-Natal Transport Solutions For more information, contact:
This prestigious event provides (UKZN), which included tuition. ■ Khumbuzile Sithole, AG Lina ■ Businesses interested in Miss Thobile Nxumalo
a platform for entrepreneurs The programme’s digital partner Farming exhibiting or exploring strategic Executive Manager: Investment
to display their products and is Ballito ISP. The competition’s ■ Bongiwe Mpanza, Mawazo business linkages Promotion & Marketing
services, connect with potential winners will be judged on Designs Don’t miss this opportunity M: +27 (0) 82 468 5868
partners, and engage with the the perceived potential of ■ Siyabonga Mthembu, The Bliss to network, collaborate, and W: Thobile@enterpriseilembe.co.za
broader business community. their businesses, programme ■ Njabulo Makhathini, Dondaon celebrate local enterprise W: www.enterpriseilembe.co.za

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