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Top 500: South Africa's Best Managed Companies, 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition: circulating an

Every year, Top 500 researches, accredits and showcases the best managed companies in South Africa - the true titans of industry. We analyse performance data on 5 000 companies to accurately identify the most successful companies across 100 business sectors, then publish 'Top 500', the annual coffee table reference. From its pages, the best of the best go on, to contest the annual Top 500 Awards.

30/04/2026

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. With 73 300 global experts including advisors, engineers, environmental specialists, scientists and technicians, they are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. Under the leadership of Managing Director, Paul Grota, WSP Africa operates from South Africa and well into the rest of the continent as a Level 1 B-BBEE Contributor with 51% black-woman ownership👏.

With a combination of global reach and localised specialist skills, it’s no secret as to what makes them a service provider of choice and the number one company in the Consulting, Engineering, Mining and Infrastructure sector🥇!

📌 Read the full article from the latest edition of Top 500: South Africa’s Best Managed Companies here: https://hubs.la/Q04d_ddJ0

24/04/2026

“At Nespresso, every cup tells a story of craftsmanship, sustainability, and innovation. We’re proud to offer South Africans coffee experiences that not only taste exceptional but make a positive impact at every stage of the journey.”-Gabriel Nobre, CEO of Nespresso South Africa ☕

In an ever-evolving coffee landscape, one brand continues to define innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability - Nespresso. As the pioneers of the coffee capsule system, they have transformed the simple act of drinking coffee into a moment of indulgence and artistry, one that resonates deeply with South Africans who appreciate both quality and convenience.

📌 Read the full article from the latest edition here: https://hubs.la/Q04dkZmx0

23/04/2026

How Attacq’s Logistics Precincts Are Engineering The Future of Connected Business in South Africa 🇿🇦🤝

Attacq Limited's flagship development, Waterfall City, has rapidly emerged as one of South Africa’s most connected, strategically positioned business nodes. Built on a precinct-led development philosophy, Waterfall City integrates logistics, office, retail, residential and digital infrastructure into a single, cohesive ecosystem. For businesses operating in a market defined by volatility, speed and increasing cost pressures, this environment offers a rare advantage: a location where infrastructure, mobility, sustainability and operational continuity work together by design.

With a renowned strategic focus on mixed-use precincts, sustainable development, and long-term value creation, it comes as no surprise that Attacq Limited features in our latest edition as a Top 5 Company in the Real Estate Holdings and Development Sector.

📌 Read the full article here: https://hubs.la/Q04dblb20

20/04/2026

Employment Equity Act Changes: What Businesses Need to Know ✍️

The Employment Equity Act (EEA) has been a cornerstone of South Africa’s transformation agenda for decades, but the 2025 amendments mark one of the most significant shifts in recent years. With new thresholds, sectoral targets, extended planning periods, and stricter compliance rules, many businesses are asking what this means for their day-to-day operations - and their B-BBEE scorecards.

In our latest edition, we sat down with Deirdre Mitchell, Managing Director at Honeycomb BEE Ratings, which has consistently ranked first in the B-BBEE Verification Agencies sector, to unpack the updates, clear up common misconceptions, and offer guidance on how businesses can navigate the changes that came into effect from 1 September 2025.

📌Read the full article from the latest edition here: https://hubs.la/Q04cHxpX0

17/03/2026

Sanlam Is The Best Managed Company In The Life Insurance Sector 🥇🏆

📌“Being recognised as the Best Managed Company in South Africa’s life insurance sector is a powerful affirmation of Sanlam’s strategic excellence, operational discipline, and long-term vision. It confirms our leadership in the financial services industry, driven by progress across skills development, female empowerment, inclusive policies, good corporate citizenship, and consistent year-on-year growth.

This recognition signals that Sanlam is not only financially sound, but also ethically and strategically well-run. For shareholders and investors, it reinforces that Sanlam is well-positioned for sustainable growth and resilient performance.Above all, it highlights our ability to adapt to evolving client needs while upholding strong governance – the hallmark of truly world-class management.”

Read the full interview from the latest edition with Sanlam’s Group Executive: Human Capital, Sana-Ullah Bray, here: https://hubs.la/Q0476tHw0

02/03/2026

📌“Beyond compliance, we help clients anticipate challenges, unlock opportunities, and embed resilience,” says Anoop Ninan, the CEO of Forvis Mazars in South Africa where they serve a range of sectors from financial services, manufacturing, healthcare and education to fast-growing sectors such as tech, media, and telecommunications.

Forming part of the latest edition as a Top 5 Company in the Accounting and Consulting sector, Forvis Mazars is a global leader in providing audit and assurance, tax, accounting, financial advisory, and consulting services 👏.

Read the full interview from the 15th edition of Top 500: South Africa’s Best Managed Companies here: https://hubs.la/Q0458DS-0

04/02/2026

ISS Global Forwarding - Forging Splendidly Ahead In South Africa📈🇿🇦

Integrated Service Solutions (ISS) commenced operation on September 1st, 2018. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Investment Corporation of Dubai, an investment arm of the Government of Dubai.

Now at the helm of bountiful bespoke and state-of-the-art solutions for clients across the globe, Country Head at Integrated Service Solutions - Global Forwarding South Africa, Munesh Maharaj tells of the inspiration behind the growth of the local centre and the logistics behind its innovative strength.

📌 Read the full article from the latest edition of Top 500: South Africa's Best Managed Companieshere: https://hubs.la/Q041M5Hz0

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28/01/2026

Building Business Robustness in The Midst of Disruption and Beyond 🌐📈
By Juanita Vorster, Strategist For Organisations, Leaders and Future Focused Initiatives

Until someone creates a way to accurately predict the future, there is no way to prepare your business for every change that will come its way. Whether it is societal trends that change consumption patterns, or machinery or infrastructure that breaks down, or the rise of automation and AI, change is truly inevitable.

The key to thriving within and beyond disruption is not resistance, it is robustness. To move beyond a fixation on how disrupting disruption is, everyone running – or involved in running – a business of any size in any sector must be skilled in building robustness into the business so that it can adapt quickly and smoothly to the prevailing conditions of the day. A truly robust business doesn’t just survive the punches dealt by exponential change; it is set up to keep on winning in a new game of business.

📌Read the full article from the latest edition here: https://hubs.la/Q040G3w80

23/01/2026

8 Lessons: An Entrepreneur’s Journey 📈
By Kimberley Taylor, Founder & CEO of Loop

“There was a pivotal moment in my entrepreneurial journey when the tables turned, and I found myself transitioning from the person seeking guidance to the one being sought out for advice, insights, and expertise. Suddenly, people were reaching out to me for guidance on building their own businesses, eager to hear my pitch, or seeking introductions to valuable connections.

It's a surreal experience, to say the least. And while I'm humbled by the recognition, I'm also acutely aware that I'm far from having all the answers. In fact, I don't think anyone can truly know it all, nor do I want to. The beauty of entrepreneurship lies in its complexity, its ever-changing landscape, and the constant need for innovation and adaptation. With that in mind, I'd like to share eight key lessons I've learned throughout my journey building Loop – lessons that have shaped me, challenged me, and helped me grow both personally and professionally.”

📌Read the full article from the latest edition of Top 500: South Africa’s Best Managed Companies here: https://hubs.la/Q0402T_t0

20/01/2026

Learnings From Other Markets Can Power South Africa’s Energy Transition ♻️🇿🇦
By Shailin Moodley, Chief Technology Officer, Energy Exchange of Southern Africa (EXSA)

In a unique period of modernisation and liberalisation, lessons from other markets hold the opportunity for South Africa’s energy transition. The last four years have seen an unprecedented shift in global energy dynamics as power demand surged in the wake of COVID-19, the war in Ukraine upended traditional energy supply chains, and climate change risks continued to heighten. In response, many power markets have, or are in the process of transitioning from centralised monopolies to decentralised, competitive ecosystems, ushering in a new era for energy security, economic growth, and sustainability.

To promote competition, increased capacity and additional investment, South Africa must make the transition to a liberalised market quickly. However, this needs to be balanced with a cautious approach to promote energy security and a stable electricity system. Policy alone is not enough to chart the course to this future. The willingness to learn from the successes and challenges faced by other countries that have taken the journey toward liberalised energy markets can provide much-needed direction.

📌Read the full article from the latest edition here: https://hubs.la/Q03_s4q-0

19/01/2026

Leadership Critical To Reap AI Benefits 🌐🌍
By Dumisani Moyo, Marketing Director at SAP Africa

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and societies around the world. In Africa, it holds immense potential to tackle deep-rooted challenges in healthcare, education, financial inclusion, and unemployment.

Yet while the AI technology gap dominates the conversation, the more urgent issue is the need for bold leadership. AI is often positioned as the next frontier of human progress. In Africa, that promise is constrained by significant barriers including inadequate infrastructure, limited investment, poor internet access, and fragile data ecosystems. According to the United Nations, while 85% of Africa’s population has access to 3G, only 38% use the internet, well below the global average of 68%. This highlights a disconnect between infrastructure availability and meaningful digital inclusion.

📌Read the full article here: https://hubs.la/Q03_hJh20

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