THE HIGHLIGHTS
Welcome to this edition of Business Sense, where we highlight key business developments within the province – celebrating successes while addressing real challenges that businesses need to navigate to remain efficient and competitive.
We are delighted to feature Virosha Pillay, managing director of Avvo Labels, on our front page and in the page 3 article. Virosha is dedicated to growing her family’s legacy and steering the business toward new heights.
KwaZulu-Natal is currently proving the wisdom of Peter F. Drucker, who famously said, “Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.” Our
province is experiencing a wave of bold decision-making, investment, and development, signalling a promising future.
One such development is Westown. This highly anticipated mixed- use project is set to launch its first phase on 27 March 2025, transforming eThekwini’s Outer West into a dynamic hub of retail, lifestyle, business, and leisure. Another exciting development is Club Med South Africa, which is poised to boost tourism both in the province and nationwide
The optimism continues with our new editorial partner, Tyson Properties, who share their positive outlook on the North Coast. We also welcome Heather Flack from Flair Accounting, who highlights the resilience of South Africa’s financial sector despite challenges.
This edition also features inspiring business journeys, such as Raksha Laghari’s AML Distributions, a proudly South African enterprise that has grown into an industry powerhouse since its founding in 2009.
Our regular editorial partners provide valuable insights:
■ Johan van Deventer from LabourNet discusses employer accountability
■ Marlene Powell explores how integrating robust systems with cutting-edge artificial intelligence can transform business efficiency and growth.
■ Richard Hoal, Rona Evans, and Kajal Mulchandani from Cox Yeats Attorneys emphasise the importance of adequate insurance coverage
■ Jacquie Bhana highlights the critical need for mental health and well-being training for managers.
■ Sameer Kumandan, managing director of SearchWorks, explains why financial compliance is both a legal necessity and a strategic asset
■ David White shares how BusinessFit is making significant strides in developing technology to support SME growth and sustainability
We also take this opportunity to congratulate the new directors at the Minara Chamber of Commerce and wish them well.
We hope you find this edition insightful and inspiring as we navigate the ever-evolving business landscape together. Happy reading!
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