Celebrating Achievements in the KwaZulu-Natal Business Landscape

We're super excited to highlight the amazing achievements and unfolding stories in the KwaZulu-Natal business scene.

We kick things off with the exciting announcement that entries are now open for the KZN Top Business Awards 2025 – an opportunity for local businesses to be recognised for their innovation, impact, and excellence. Are you ready to be celebrated? Read more

We feature Brian Howarth, the chairman of Magnet Electrical and the proud recipient of the Standard Bank KZN Top Business Leader of the Year Award 2024. Our editorial partners have much insight to provide:  Read more

■ LabourNet’s KZN regional manager, Johan van Deventer, discusses the company’s refreshed branding and peoplefocused approach . Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks, shares how their tech is boosting integrity in the financial services sector . Read more

■ Cox Yeats Attorneys continues to lead the legal space with new accolades in the 2025 Legal 500 ranking Read more

■ On page 6 we explore the exciting launch of Westown – the new City of the West, a visionary hub for urban living, business, and leisure. Russell Curtis highlights the significant infrastructure investment drive in eThekwini Read more

■ We also preview the KZN Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE) – a key event for industry innovation happening in July Read more

■ Turn to page 8 for a look at Legal Entity Management Systems and their focus on effectively managing trusts. Read more

■ Heather Flack, Flair Accounting, advises entrepreneurs on how to approach new business ventures. Inanda Bezuidenhout, Consult Peak Sure, discusses insurance strategies for asset protection especially in relation to climate change. Read more

■ Chris Tyson brings us up to speed with the latest KZN property news Read more

■ On page 11, learn how Mobi Ventures has transformed emergency response with their pioneering Mobi-Claw911 service, now a leader in rapidresponse solutions. Read more

■ Don’t miss the Pietermaritzburg & Midlands Chamber of Commerce Family Business Conference coming up on 22 May Read more

■ Then on page 14, Jacquie Bhana emphasises the growing importance of mental health in the workplace – and the critical role of manager training. Read more

■ Colette Tanner, COO of DRG Outsourcing, shares practical insights on navigating employee probation Read more

We hope this issue inspires, informs, and empowers you as we continue to celebrate the best of business in KwaZulu-Natal.

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 Brian Howarth, the chairman of Magnet Electrical