Angela Alderton interviews Jacquie Bhana, a business and life coach focused on developing high-performance teams and managing the transition from employee to manager, addressing the challenges new managers face and promoting her upcoming training program. ### Key Takeaways - Jacquie Bhana is a seasoned businesswoman and coach, specialising in high-performance development. - She offers training for new managers, emphasising the skills necessary for effective team management. - Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are crucial for aligning employee and organisational goals. - Many high performers struggle with the transition to management due to lack of training in people management. - Her "First Line Management" training program will soon be available on her website. - Jacquie's coaching includes mental health support, recognising its importance in performance.  - The programme targets both small and large businesses, highlighting a widespread need for managerial training. www.jacquiebhana.co.za Insights from Jacquie Bhana on High-Performance Team Development : Empowering New Managers Jacquie Bhana on Transition and Training - Empowering New Managers

Angela and Heather discuss the importance of recognizing the positive aspects of South Africa's financial systems amidst negative news, emphasizing the nation's strong banking infrastructure and encouraging a more optimistic outlook. ### Key Takeaways - South Africa has robust and recognized financial systems that support economic growth. - Constant exposure to negative news can create a jaded perspective; focusing on positive aspects is essential. - The country's advancements in digital banking facilitate global trade and economic stability. - Heather encourages pride in South Africa's achievements, akin to national celebrations like the Rugby World Cup. - Flair Accounting offers free consultations and aims to assist individuals and businesses without initial charges. - Community engagement and open discussion about financial opportunities are vital for moving forward. Heather Flack from Flair Accounting

At Bluff Meat Supply, we take pride in being a reputable butchery that provides high-quality products at reasonable prices, all to ensure that families grow healthy. Our unwavering commitment to delivering excellence and keeping costs low has resulted in a rising demand for our products, which you can find at all Bluff Meat Supply and Mndeni Meats locations. Tasty meat cuts at affordable prices A cut above the rest Friendly experts at your service Wide range of products across species Ask our butcher for your favourite cut Highest standards in food safety Read More Unbeatable Prices, Unforgettable Specials: Explore Our Incredible Offers! Bluff Meat Supply Check: Week's Specials

Join the SAICA Eastern Region Executive Business Breakfast 2025! Engage with Economist Dawie Roodt and renowned Journalist Justice Malala on April 16 at Premier Hotel, Umhlanga. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network! 🗓️ 16 April 2025 🕖 07h00 - 10h10 📍 Premier Hotel, Umhlanga, Durban 👨‍💻Register now at https://lnkd.in/dY8wtHys #⃣ #SAICAevent #SAICABreakfast

Jacquie Bhana is thrilled to launch a dedicated mental wellness training programme designed specifically for managers navigating today’s demanding workplace challenges. This one-day course was developed in response to conversations with business leaders who highlighted an urgent need for practical strategies to support both managerial and employee mental health. Why This Training Matters: Mental health is no longer a side conversation—it’s a core business concern. Equipping managers with the tools to recognise early warning signs, foster supportive environments, and reduce stigma is crucial. Doing so not only supports individual well-being but also boosts productivity, engagement, and retention. Managers who understand the dynamics of stress, burnout, and mental fatigue are better positioned to advocate for healthier, more balanced workplaces. Key Benefits of Attending: Identify mental health concerns early and intervene effectively Encourage open conversations and break down stigma Promote higher employee morale and team cohesion Reduce absenteeism and turnover Align your team with mental wellness best practices Course Details: Date: 30 April 2025 Time: Full-day programme Location: ABSA Corporate Office, Umhlanga Cost: R2500 per attendee Due to growing interest, seats are limited. To secure your spot and take the first step in building a mentally resilient team, reply early and reserve your place. Let’s lead the change toward healthier, more compassionate workplaces—starting with management. Jacquie Bhana - Mental Wellness Training for Managers – 30 April 2025

Sappi Forests is proud to celebrate an extraordinary safety achievement by its Zululand Coastal team, which has reached the milestone of 10 million Lost Time Injury Free (LTIF) hours. To put this into perspective, 10 million LTIF hours is the equivalent of 1,141 years of continuous work 24/7 for one person. With the last recorded lost time incident occurring on November 18, 2018, this milestone reflects more than 2,330 days (more than six years) of unwavering dedication to safety and teamwork. Achieving such a milestone is no easy feat, particularly in the forestry sector. Forestry operations inherently carry risks, from navigating rugged terrain and managing unpredictable weather to operating complex machinery. The Zululand Coastal team’s achievement underscores the strength of Sappi’s safety culture and its steadfast commitment to employee well-being. Every team member—employees and contractors alike—has played a vital role in fostering a safe work environment. This isn’t just about following protocols; it’s about looking out for each other, daily. The remarkable collaboration of 650 workers from 9 contractors—Silvicultrix, WSB, SSthree, Ligna, Leomat, Ingulule, Savithi, Iningi Investments, Buhlebodwa, and Bidvest Protea Coin—as well as Sappi Own Ops, has been instrumental in reaching this milestone. This collective effort reinforces the principle that safety isn’t the responsibility of a few but of every single person on-site. “A strong safety culture was key to this accomplishment. Reaching 10 million LTIF hours didn’t happen by chance—it’s the result of consistent safety training, strict adherence to procedures, and a workplace culture that values open communication and encourages speaking up about potential risks. At Sappi, safety is it’s a core value and it is about caring for each other” said Duane Roothman, Vice President of Sappi Forests. “This milestone is a testament to the accountability and vigilance of the Zululand Coastal team. They have demonstrated that by prioritizing safety, we can overcome the inherent risks of forestry and set new benchmarks for the industry. Everyone at Sappi can take pride in knowing that safety remains at the heart of what we do. At the end of the day, our mission is clear: Everyone has the right to return home safely, every day.” The Zululand Coastal team’s success is a shining example of Sappi’s leadership in redefining safety standards within the forestry sector. By achieving 10 million LTIF hours, Sappi Forests demonstrates the potential for operational excellence and prioritizing people, further inspiring the industry to raise its safety standards. Ten Million Hours Dance 10 Million Hours Contractors 10 Million Hours Field Visit 10 million hours cake MBarnardo GWild PVanDermerwe DRoothman SNkosi 10 Million Hours Zululand

KZN TOP BUSINESS ANNOUCMENT- Pria Hassan Pria Hassan, CEO of Women of Africa and co-sponsor of the 2025 KZN Top Business Awards, emphasizes the importance of business awards as platforms for visibility, conscious leadership, and collaboration, while inspiring businesses to share their stories, strategize, and contribute to an inclusive economy. ### Key Takeaways - Business Awards as Platforms : The KZN Top Business Awards provide visibility, credibility, and access to markets, helping companies connect and establish trust with suppliers and customers. - Inspiration and Strategic Growth : Participating in awards encourages companies to reflect on their milestones, strategize long-term, and benchmark against industry leaders. - Conscious Leadership : Priya highlights the role of conscious leadership in shaping businesses for local and global impact. - Recognition and Collaboration : Recognition in such awards motivates companies to strive for excellence, collaborate with other finalists, and align with similar values and cultures. - Inclusivity and Inspiration : The awards drive inclusivity by encouraging participation from businesses of all sizes, fostering confidence, and sharing inspiring success stories. - Value Alignment : Priya advocates for partnerships with organizations that act responsibly with their brand and align with their values. - Call to Action : Businesses, regardless of size, are encouraged to take a leap of faith, share their journey, and utilize the platform to grow and inspire others.

The 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Top Business Awards, launched by Standard Bank, celebrates business excellence across 12 categories, encouraging innovation, resilience, and growth while supporting the region's economic development and future successes. ### Key Takeaways - The 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Top Business Awards aim to recognize exceptional businesses and leaders driving innovation, resilience, and excellence in the province. - The awards cover 12 diverse categories, reflecting the provincial economy, including manufacturing, agriculture, transport, finance, green initiatives, and employee wellness. - Key recognitions include "KZN's Top Brand" and "Business Personality of the Year" to honor significant individual and brand contributions. - Entries, encouraged by Standard Bank, are open until June 13, 2025, showcasing achievements and fostering community inspiration. - The awards highlight the connection between business success and the prosperity of KwaZulu-Natal and Africa at large. - The grand finale to celebrate winners will take place on July 17, 2025. - Standard Bank emphasizes its commitment to supporting businesses as partners in progress and driving regional growth.   Honouring Excellence: 2025 KwaZulu-Natal Top Business Awards

At The Beekman Group, we understand that in a world driven by constant technological advancements, staying competitive requires more than just maintaining the status quo. To truly thrive in today’s ever-evolving marketplace, it’s essential to embrace innovation. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and fostering strategic collaborations, both internally developed and licensed from third parties, Beekman Group has positioned itself as a leader in the hospitality industry, supporting business growth through technology-driven solutions. Two standout digital systems that have significantly contributed to Beekman Group's growth are Magnitude and Digital Butler. These systems not only streamline our operations but also enhance our ability to deliver exceptional customer experiences at scale. The combination of these systems embodies our ability to integrate multiple technologies to achieve a unified, collaborative objective. Magnitude is an agile, customisable web-based application that we implemented to gather and act on guest feedback in real time. Initially deployed with the objective of collecting medium-term feedback (typically within a few days of a guest’s stay) Magnitude has become a vital tool in ensuring that we are continuously improving. In addition, upon checkout, guests receive a survey link to share their thoughts on their stay. This feedback is then channelled to an internal user interface, giving resort and regional managers the ability to monitor negative responses and act swiftly to address any concerns. On the other hand, Digital Butler was conceived entirely in-house by Beekman Group’s exceptional software development team. It serves as both an informational and concierge tool, digitising resort processes that could otherwise be difficult or time-consuming for guests. Installed on tablets in select resorts, Digital Butler is locked to an assistant mobile kiosk app developed by our team. Each device is tailored to its specific resort, offering not only detailed resort information but also direct communication portals for guests to reach reception, the restaurant, the spa, and other services. Additionally, a video feature showcases the resort’s amenities and promotes ongoing offers, making the experience more engaging for each guest. What truly sets these two systems apart, however, is their integration. Complaints, suggestions, and notable requests submitted through Digital Butler seamlessly flow into Magnitude’s CRM system. Here, the data is categorized and forwarded to department heads and managers, who can take immediate action. This connection between the two platforms ensures a constant, real-time feedback loop that drives tangible improvements across all business functions. As Elize van der Walt, our Business Process & Systems Manager, rightly points out, “The scale of our operations necessitates the use of digital systems to bring everyone closer to our core objectives. Without them, we'd be expending far more resources to manually integrate business processes. The collaboration between Magnitude and Digital Butler allows us to connect directly with each customer, ensuring that their experiences are heard, understood, and acted upon, paving the way for ongoing improvements and growth.” As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience, The Beekman Group is committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation. From our humble beginnings on the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal to managing a dynamic team of over 1,100 staff across various resorts and hotels, we continue to uphold the Beekman standard. By embracing technology, we remain at the forefront of the industry, not only enhancing operational efficiency but also enriching the guest experience, making exceptional holidays THE standard. Beekman Group

Join us for a one-day conference focused on helping family businesses navigate ownership transitions, governance, and management while sustaining an entrepreneurial spirit for long-term growth. The event will feature insightful presentations and interactive panel discussions led by the KPMG Private Enterprise South Africa team. Bridging Generations: Succession, Growth, and the Entrepreneurial Legacy in Family Business Programme 07:30 - 08:00: Registration & Coffee 08:00-08:10: Welcome 08:10-08:50: KPMG setting the scene and objective for the conference 08:50-09:50:  Topic 1 Panel discussion. 09:50 - 10:10: Tea 10.10 -10.30: Standard Bank speaker 10:30 -11:30: Topic 2 Panel discussion 11:30 -12:45: Sages Case Study KPMG moderator 12:45-13:00 Wrap up - forward looking actions 13:00 - 14:00 Lunch and  networking   Date: 22 May 2025 Time 8 am to 3 pm   Pietermaritzburg and Midlands Chamber of Business Family Conference Book by 25th April to receive a 15% early bird discount. Investment R1450 Use this code on checking out PMBC-FBC-25 BOOK HERE   For any queries, please contact Angela Alderton  at ange@kznleaders.co.za  We look forward to seeing you there!   Grant Adlam www.kzntopbusiness.com Business Sense PMBC Family Conference: Book by April 25th - 2025

A steel company will receive a R1.683 billion loan from a development-finance institution. ArcelorMittal’s South African division will delay the planned shutdown of two major steel mills by six months after a local state development-finance institution agreed to provide a R1.683 billion loan, and the government committed to resolving issues affecting the industry. The loan from the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) will allow ArcelorMittal South Africa (Amsa) to postpone the closure of its Newcastle and Vereeniging mills until at least 31 August, according to a company statement on Monday. This funding will prevent the immediate loss of about 3,500 jobs, as the company halts consultations regarding those layoffs. Read: ArcelorMittal SA plunges 27% on Newcastle and Vereeniging plant closures [Jan 2025] The mills, which produce long products, also supply essential steel grades for the country’s automotive, mining equipment, and construction sectors that local competitors currently cannot manufacture. The South African government will use this delay to “quickly address” structural issues Amsa has highlighted for years, such as the influx of cheap imports, rising electricity costs, unreliable rail services, and government regulations that discount the scrap metal used by smaller local competitors to produce steel, according to the company. Read/listen: We’ve been naive about the extent of steel-industry measures needed – ItacSteel duty review puts scores of companies at risk of bankruptcy Amsa will also receive over R400 million from the government’s Unemployment Insurance Fund to cover workers' wages, the company stated. In exchange, the steel producer will permit the IDC, which has encouraged Amsa to consider offers for its mills, to perform a due diligence review of its operations. Read: IDC weighs taking control of ArcelorMittal unit Among the commitments Amsa said the government will fulfill is the review of a scrap steel export tax and a mandatory discount on scrap prices, which the company claims has unfairly benefited local competitors who recycle steel for their products. Amsa uses iron ore instead. The company is also reassessing steel import tariffs to protect its interests. The IDC funds come in addition to more than R1.38 billion in support provided by the state finance institution in June and February. ArcelorMittal SA Secures R1.683bn Loan to Delay Mill Closures and Preserve Jobs Amsa will also receive more than R400m from the Unemployment Insurance Fund to cover worker wages. Image: Sumaya Hisham/Reuters

The KPMG Private Enterprise South Africa team invites you to our annual Family Business Conference, taking place at the Southern Sun Pretoria on 10 & 11 September 2025. Theme: Managing Change and Transition Join us for thought-provoking discussions on navigating generational transitions and sustaining family business legacies. Key Topics: Passing the Torch  – A roadmap for responsible ownership From Heir to Leader  – Cultivating an entrepreneurial spirit across generations A Balanced Perspective  – The value of independent governance expertise Wealth, Wisdom, and Wellbeing  – The evolving role of the Family Office This exclusive, invitation-only event offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, and explore strategies to ensure long-term success. Event Details Cocktail Function  | Wednesday, 10 September 2025 Time:  18:00 – 22:00 Venue:  Southern Sun Pretoria Conference  | Thursday, 11 September 2025  Time:  08:00 – 16:00 Venue:  Southern Sun Pretoria Registration & Cancellation Kindly confirm your attendance by registering via the button below.Please note that cancellations must be submitted in writing by 20 August 2025. Cancellations after this date will not be eligible for a refund. Accommodation For those requiring accommodation, the Southern Sun Pretoria (Cnr. Steve Biko & Stanza Bopape Street, Arcade, Pretoria) offers special rates. Reservations can be made online For any queries, please contact private.enterprise@kpmg.co.za . We look forward to engaging with you in person, fostering meaningful discussions, and strengthening our Family Business community. Best regards,Alan BarrPartner Head of Private Enterprise: Africa & South AfricaKPMG South Africa KPMG Private Enterprise Family Business Conference 2025