We've partnered with Briefly News to bring our members exclusive access to discounted advertising packages. It's a valuable opportunity to boost your brand visibility on one of South Africa's most visited digital platforms.
If you're aiming for reach and targeted exposure, this offer is still available and worth exploring.
We've partnered with LM Radio to offer our members exclusive discounted advertising rates on this beloved station that reaches a loyal and engaged audience. Whether you're promoting a product, service, or campaign, LM Radio offers a trusted platform to get your message heard.
This is a great opportunity to tap into a mature, affluent listenership that values quality content and proudly South African brands.
Media Xpose is offering business owner profiling at no cost for inclusion on their SA Profile website. This is a valuable opportunity for PSA members to gain editorial exposure and showcase their brands to a wider audience.
Businesses are to submit a company profile that showcases who they are, what they do, and the impact they make. The company profile should highlight their history, core services or products, key achievements, and the values that drive their work.
Keep it clear, authentic, and forward-looking – a snapshot that reflects both their identity today and their vision for the future.
500–800 wordsWe're calling on CEOs, Founders and Leaders across industries to share their stories. Submit a profile that captures your journey, the values that shape your decisions, and the impact you've made.
Focus on the experiences that defined your leadership style, the milestones that matter most, and the vision you hold for the future. Keep it authentic, reflective, and forward-looking.
500–800 words• One article published per day on the website
• Profile photos required for leadership profiles
• Additional profiles can be submitted beyond the initial allocation
• All content will be edited to suit the website format
Maurisha Niewenhuys
Media Manager & Debtors Clerk, Media Xpose
Proudly South African members are invited to partner with the South African Social Media Awards (SASMA) 2026 – the premier platform celebrating South Africa's most impactful digital creators, content-preneurs and brands.
SASMA 2026 offers proudly local businesses the opportunity to align with influential content creators and highly engaged online communities across the country. Showcase your brand, support homegrown talent, and position your business at the forefront of digital innovation and local economic growth.
Join us in amplifying proudly South African stories, products and services on a powerful national stage at the Johannesburg Fairlands Mosiek.
Partner with SASMA 2026 — let's grow local together.
Honouring Excellence, Empowering Women
This graduation carried special significance as the majority of the graduates were Black women. Their success is a powerful statement during Women's Month, underscoring the importance of creating pathways for women to thrive in leadership, management, and the financial services/insurance sector. These graduates are not only breaking barriers but also embodying resilience, determination, and the spirit of transformation. Their achievements highlight the critical role women play in driving economic empowerment and shaping South Africa's future.
The atmosphere was filled with joy as graduates walked across the stage to receive their certificates. Families, colleagues, and stakeholders applauded their achievements, recognizing the dedication and perseverance that brought them to this moment. Each qualification awarded represents personal triumph and contributes to the transformation of South Africa's workforce.
Since its founding, Ikhwezelihle Training Institute has been committed to empowering young Black women through education and professional development. We believe that investing in women is investing in the future of South Africa. By equipping them with accredited qualifications, leadership skills, and industry‑relevant knowledge, we help create a workforce that is inclusive, competitive, and proudly South African. This focus is not about exclusion, but about equity — ensuring that those who have historically faced barriers are given the tools to succeed and lead.
As a Proudly South African member, Ikhwezelihle Training Institute is deeply committed to advancing local skills development and contributing to the country's transformation agenda. Our collaboration with Proudly SA reflects a shared vision: to empower South Africans through education, strengthen industries with homegrown talent, and celebrate the achievements of our people on national platforms. By working together, we ensure that the values of excellence, inclusivity, and national pride are at the heart of every milestone we achieve.
Ikhwezelihle Training Institute was founded and is led by visionary Black woman Ntombizodwa Phungula, who believes deeply in the future of young South Africans. She has dedicated her career to opening doors for many, ensuring these South Africans are given a second chance to build meaningful careers and lives. Her leadership reflects a commitment to transformation, inclusivity, and the belief that every learner deserves the opportunity to succeed.
Founded by Ntombizodwa Phungula — dedicated to opening doors and giving South Africans a second chance to build meaningful careers.
The ceremony was filled with joy and pride as graduates walked across the stage to receive their certificates. Families, colleagues, and stakeholders applauded their accomplishments, recognizing the countless hours of study, commitment, and perseverance that led to this moment. Each qualification awarded represents not only personal triumph but also a contribution to the transformation of South Africa's workforce and the strengthening of its industries.
Speakers at the event emphasized the importance of continuous learning and the role of women in driving economic and social progress. Graduates were reminded that their qualifications are more than certificates — they are tools for leadership, career advancement, and meaningful impact in their communities.
Ikhwezelihle Training Institute remains steadfast in its mission to deliver accredited training programmes that empower learners and support employers. By equipping professionals with practical skills and recognized qualifications, we continue to contribute to South Africa's vision of a competitive, inclusive, and proudly self‑reliant nation.
Investing in women is investing in the future of South Africa — equity, excellence, and empowerment at the heart of every qualification.
Celebrating a Legacy of Craftsmanship, Community and Commitment
As South Africa celebrates Heritage Month, Glodina proudly commemorates a milestone of its own: 75 years of local manufacturing excellence.
For three-quarters of a century, Glodina has been woven into the fabric of South African life. From homes, hotels and hospitals to gyms, sporting venues and businesses, its towels have become trusted companions in everyday moments, serving generations of South Africans with quality, comfort and reliability.
This Heritage Month offers a meaningful opportunity for Glodina to reflect on its journey, honour the people who have shaped its success, and celebrate the enduring value of manufacturing proudly in South Africa.
At the heart of Glodina's operations is its manufacturing facility in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal. Spanning more than 33,000m², the facility brings together the expertise, technology and skilled craftsmanship required to produce premium-quality towelling products.
From yarn preparation and design, to dyeing, weaving, knitting, testing and finishing, every stage of the manufacturing process is carefully managed within the facility. This vertically integrated approach ensures consistent quality, greater flexibility and the ability to respond effectively to the evolving needs of customers.
Every stage — from yarn to finished product — managed under one roof in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal.
Yet Glodina's commitment to local manufacturing extends far beyond the products it creates.
Today, Glodina employs approximately 300 people in its manufacturing operations and retail stores, with 98% of its workforce comprising Black South Africans. Through meaningful employment opportunities, skills development initiatives and ongoing investment in its people, the company contributes to the growth and prosperity of the communities surrounding its Hammarsdale operations.
Approximately 300 employees — 98% Black South Africans — driving local manufacturing excellence.
While Glodina's heritage reflects decades of experience, its focus remains firmly on the future.
As customer needs continue to evolve, so too does Glodina's commitment to innovation. The Company continually invests in new products, enhanced manufacturing capabilities and customer-focused solutions that deliver greater value to the markets it serves.
A key example is Glodina's bespoke manufacturing service, which enables businesses to create custom towelling products tailored to their unique requirements.
Serving hotels, spas, healthcare institutions, retailers, wellness centres, sports organisations and corporate gifting companies, this offering allows customers to personalise every aspect of their product, from size, weight and colour to design specifications, embroidery and woven branding.
Working collaboratively from concept to completion, Glodina's design and production teams combine decades of technical expertise with modern manufacturing technology to create products that are both distinctive and purpose-built.
Bespoke manufacturing: custom towelling from concept to completion — size, weight, colour, embroidery and woven branding.
South Africa has a proud industrial heritage, and local manufacturing remains a vital contributor to the country's economic future.
Manufacturing locally not only supports employment and skills development but also preserves and transfers valuable expertise, strengthens supply chains and creates opportunities for South African businesses to compete in both local and international markets.
Glodina remains committed to strengthening domestic production capabilities and reducing reliance on imported towelling products and uncertain import supply chains. Through continued investment in its people, processes and product development, the Company is helping to ensure that local manufacturing remains resilient and sustainable for generations to come.
This commitment is reflected across our flagship brands, Glodina Black Label and Colibri, each serving distinct market segments while remaining united by a shared heritage of quality, innovation and South African craftsmanship.
From hospitality and healthcare environments to sporting facilities and modern homes, Glodina's brands continue to carry forward a proud manufacturing legacy that began 75 years ago.
Flagship brands Glodina Black Label and Colibri — united by quality, innovation and South African craftsmanship.
Customers are invited to experience the quality, craftsmanship and comfort of Glodina's products firsthand at its retail outlets across South Africa.
| Outlet | Address |
|---|---|
| Hammarsdale, Durban | 1 Anderson Road, Hammarsdale, 3700 |
| Wellington, Cape Town | Blignaut Street, Blignaut Park, Wellington |
| Strand, Cape Town | N2 Business Centre, Fabriek Street, Strand, 7140 |
| Deco Park, Johannesburg | Northlands Deco Park, New Market Road, Unit 66 Design Boulevard, 2169 |
Seventy-five years represents far more than a business milestone.
It reflects the dedication of Glodina's employees, the loyalty of its customers, the trust of its business partners and the support of the communities that have been part of its journey through the decades.
This Heritage Month, Glodina proudly celebrates its past while embracing the opportunities that lie ahead.
When local manufacturing is supported, it does more than produce quality products. It creates jobs, develops skills, strengthens communities and contributes to a more sustainable future for South African industry.
If you've had a recent success, milestone, or inspiring story to share, we'd love to feature it in an upcoming newsletter. Send your story and high-quality images — let's show South Africa the power of buying local, together.
