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EWaste Africa, a leading waste management company in KwaZulu-Natal, was founded by Pravashen Naidoo in 2013, driven by a vision to tackle the growing challenge of electronic waste (e-waste) disposal.

Securing technology and distribution rights from UK-based Balcan Engineering, the company set out to revolutionise e-waste recycling across South Africa.

In 2014, they received a Hazardous Waste Management Licence for light bulb recycling, a milestone that solidified their role as a responsible leader in the industry.

Classic Plastics, a KwaZulu-Natal-based business, began its story 17 years ago with a simple yet transformative idea—meeting the everyday plastic packaging needs of households and businesses.

Founded by Sunil Heeramun, the company has since grown into a significant player in the plastic packaging industry, producing a range of products that have become essential in both homes and industries.

From the ice bags you pick up for a weekend braai to the protective covers wrapped around newly purchased mattresses, Classic Plastics delivers solutions that cater to the everyday consumer.

The Great Cleaning Company, founded by Dustin Fleischer, has been supplying affordable, high-quality cleaning chemicals, detergents, and hygiene products to households and businesses for over 30 years. Offering everything from toilet and dish cleaners to car and carpet care products, the company has become a trusted name in the cleaning supply industry.

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Goscor Lift Trucks, a family-owned business in KwaZulu-Natal, has been a leader in industrial warehousing equipment solutions since 1984. Headed up by Michael Keats, the company began as a legacy lift truck provider and has since evolved into a dynamic player in the materials handling sector, specialising in forklifts and lifting solutions. Its journey is built on a foundation of quality, partnership, and a commitment to supporting local development.

In Episode 2 of Season 2 Pavlo Phitidis features Solarvest.

Solarvest a local, family-founded business, has been lighting up homes and businesses in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) since the day Anton Lotriet took a bold step into the world of renewable energy.

What began as a simple idea—to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources—has grown into a leading company that’s changing how the people of KZN power their lives.

With its heart firmly rooted in the community, Solarvest is helping residents take control of their energy future, one solar panel at a time.

In Season 2 Episode 1, Pavlo Phitidis features Wedgewood Nougat.

Wedgewood Nougat is a cherished family-run business in KwaZulu-Natal, began its journey in 1999, born from a mother’s love for culinary innovation and her determination to support her family. When Gilly Walters, a natural culinary pioneer, set out to recreate the famous Montélimar nougat she had encountered in France, she couldn’t have foreseen the international brand that would follow. What began as a labour of love in the Walters’ family kitchen has flourished into a global confectionery business, built on the principles of quality, sustainability, and innovation.

ECR Breakfast and Business growth specialist Pavlo Phitidis celebrate those getting it right through the KZN Future 50. This weekly profile of a forward-focused business shows how they can grow and how growth brings a better future to us all. Now Pavlo Phitidis has announced season 2 of KZN Future 50, and FNB Business is on board!

East Coast Board, a prominent board manufacturing business in KwaZulu-Natal, is managed by Salona Lutchman Sewgoolam and Sandheer Sewgoolam. Founded in 1997 by Ramesh Lutchman, the business started with modest resources but has since grown significantly under the stewardship of the second generation.

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Beapo, founded by Siyabonga Gule, is making waves in the business community of KwaZulu-Natal. Specialising in strategic sourcing, Beapo helps businesses optimise their supply chains, focusing on cost efficiency, reliability, and certainty. This service is particularly important for large organisations with complex procurement needs.

Ample Power, led by Chief Executive Officer James Siedle for 15 years, has become a cornerstone in KwaZulu-Natal's energy solutions landscape. Specialising in comprehensive power systems integrating solar, battery, and generator technologies, they cater to diverse clients—from residential homes to large commercial properties.

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