Post by Naledzani Mosomane CA (SA)

Last night we gathered to celebrate the achievements, courage and determination of individuals who are actively shaping South Africa’s economic future across multiple sectors & industries at the Standard Bank South Africa Enterprise & Supplier Development Awards. We celebrated & acknowledged the Architects of Change 💫 These are SMEs who have demonstrated innovation which is inclusive, who have uplifted their communities and who have been agile, competitive, resilient & showcased transformation ✊🏾 👏🏾 Congratulations to all the winners & nominees. You have shown that creativity is not a luxury; it is a survival tool. That resilience is not an act; it is a daily discipline. And that innovation is not about technology alone; it is about seeing opportunity where others see obstacles. Thank you to our corporate partners Maanda Milubi (Tiger Brands) Maude Modise CA(SA) (The Shoprite Group of Companies) Thabang B. M. (Sun International) & Lesiba George Lamola (Sappi) for participating in this years awards & recognizing SMEs within your supply chains 💙 It’s been a long year 😮‍💨 I’m so proud of the work we have done in creating meaningful opportunities & access to those who need it the most. Thank you to the ESD Team & our ecosystem partners for being intentional about the work we we do to create real change & impact. We have officially closed 2025 with a 💥 & with some sprinkle of Blue Love 💙 Nokhanyo Ntshingila Lesiba Matladi Thuba Sibisi Lerato Nkabinde Morongoa Rachel Kobe Koketso Diole Zahira Muslim Elliot Thabang Mafereka Tshepo Moloi, MCIPS Cleo Zwane Palesa Mogale Deon Lement Zukelwa Solomon Lebo Nokhaya Moyana-Nkosi Sibusisiwe Nyanda