Ariston Group

The South African arm of the Ariston Group, an Italian water heating equipment manufacturer, has operated locally since Ariston acquired Heat Tech in 2014.

In 2022, it fully integrated Heat Tech under the Ariston brand.  Headquartered in Bryanston, with a Centurion manufacturing plant and product development centre, Ariston blends local expertise with global innovation.  Its product range includes Axios geysers, solar systems, gas heaters, and electronic water heaters designed for efficiency and durability.

With 28 production sites across 16 countries and sales in over 40 markets, Ariston is committed to delivering sustainable comfort for everyone through energy-efficient heating solutions and smart technology.

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Barrs Pharmaceuticals Industries

Barrs Pharmaceutical Industries is a Cape Town–based South African manufacturer of pharmaceutical preparations and dosage forms.

Established as a reliable API-to-finished dosage producer, Barrs specialises in the formulation of tablets, capsules, syrups, and other oral forms for both private and institutional clients.  With a licensed local production facility, the company services retail pharmacies and public healthcare channels throughout South Africa.

Focused on affordable, high-quality generics, Barrs Pharmaceuticals plays an important role in supplying essential medicines within the domestic healthcare market.  Its established footprint and hundred-plus workforce underline its position as a mid-sized but significant player in South African pharma manufacturing.

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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals

Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Mumbai, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals is a research-driven Indian multinational specializing in respiratory, dermatology, and oncology treatments.

With 15,000+ employees, four R&D centers, and ten manufacturing facilities across five continents, Glenmark develops innovative chemical and biological therapies, including Ryaltris^® nasal spray.  Operating in 80+ countries, it generates over 60% of its revenue internationally.

Through Ichnos Glenmark Innovation, the company advances cancer treatment pipelines while driving sustainable healthcare solutions. Since going public in 1999, Glenmark has become a key player in global pharmaceuticals.

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Gulf Drug Company (GDC)

Gulf Drug Company (GDC), a subsidiary of Strand Group Holdings, is a South African pharmaceutical manufacturer based in Mount Edgecombe, KwaZulu-Natal.  It produces high-quality, affordable generics while adhering to WHO-GMP and SAHPRA standards.

GDC offers 118 registered dosage forms, including tablets, capsules, oral liquids, and injectables, with key products like Gulf Folic Acid, Roxifen, and Nucopain for chronic conditions and acute pain relief.

Operating from Old Mill Industrial Park, GDC combines in-house and outsourced manufacturing to efficiently serve South Africa’s healthcare needs, distributing through pharmacies and public health channels.

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iNova

iNova Pharmaceuticals, headquartered in Singapore, operates in 75+ countries across Asia-Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, and select markets in Europe and Latin America.  It offers 400+ OTC and prescription medicines in key therapeutic areas like pain relief, respiratory, dermatology, and women’s health.

Originating in Australia, iNova evolved after a 2017 management-led buyout and has since expanded through organic growth and acquisitions, including BLIS Probiotics and Difflam.

With 500+ employees and operations in Australia, South Africa, and beyond, iNova ensures quality through GMP-certified manufacturing and strong in-house R&D, regulatory, and medical expertise. It is committed to ethical procurement, sustainability, and trusted healthcare partnerships

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Kellanova (Kellogg’s)

Kellogg began in 1906 as the Battle Creek Toasted Corn Flake Company, founded by W.K. Kellogg in Michigan.  His discovery of making toasted flakes led to the iconic Kellogg’s Corn Flakes^®, shaping the global cereal industry.

Renamed Kellogg Company in 1922, it pioneered nutrition-focused cereals with vitamin fortification.  Today, Kellogg operates in 180+ countries with 21+ manufacturing facilities and ~34,000 employees  In October 2023, the company separated into two independent, public companies – Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co.

Active in South Africa since 1923, Kellogg established its first local plant in Springs in 1948.  The South African company now falls under Kellanova but retains its Kellogs branding.

Its product range includes a spread of many breakfast cereals including Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies, Special K and Coco Pops, among others.   It also provides snacks such as Pringles, cereal bars and more.  The company is involved in South African community initiatives like Breakfast for Better Days.  The brand remains one of South Africa’s most trusted.

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Macleods Pharmaceuticals^®

Established in 1989, Macleods is engaged in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a wide range of formulations across several major therapeutic areas including anti-infectives, cardiovascular, anti-diabetic, dermatology, and hormone treatment.

They are present across varied therapies such as antituberculosis, antimalarials, antiretrovirals, antibacterials, antidiabetics, antihypertensives and antiasthmatics. We are also known for the number of WHO pre-qualified medicines, used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Tuberculosis (TB) and opportunistic infections.

They develop, manufacture, and globally distribute a broad range of pharmaceutical products across therapies in multiple dosage forms such as solid orals, liquid orals, topical formulations, injectables (Dry Powder) metered dose inhalers and dry powder inhalers.

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Nautilus Chemicals

Founded in April 2019 by the Warren brothers, Nautilus Chemicals (Pty) Ltd. brings together over 35 years of combined experience in the mineral and chemical supply industry.  With backgrounds spanning both science and commerce, and a shared passion for the products and the sector, the brothers have built a company grounded in expertise, integrity, and dedication to excellence.

Nautilus Chemicals specialises in the sourcing and supply of premium raw materials to the food and beverage, pharmaceutical and health supplement, and veterinary industries across Southern Africa.

Their warehousing facilities enable efficient distribution throughout South Africa and into the broader sub-Saharan region, ensuring reliability and consistency at every stage.

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Pharma Force

PharmaForce (Pty) Ltd is a South African pharmaceutical company offering a wide range of products to our customers across many geographies.

The Company was formed in 1966, initially focusing on natural and homeopathic products, and has since grown as a provider of a wide range of innovative, quality, value for money healthcare and related products that IMPACT LIFE.  These products are aimed to serve consumers of all walks of life.

PharmaForce is rapidly expanding their range of products that now span across various disease categories such as Digestive health, Pain, Cough, Vitamins, etc.

PharmaForce has a team of around 20 multicultural people who are committed to deliver value to its customers.

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Pick n Pay

Founded by Raymond Ackerman in 1967 and headquartered in Cape Town, Pick n Pay is one of South Africa’s largest and most enduring retail brands.

Operating across eight African countries, the Group encompasses 2,279 stores—including Pick n Pay supermarkets, hypermarkets, liquor and clothing stores, the discount banner Boxer, and the TM Supermarkets associate in Zimbabwe.

With R112 billion in annual turnover (2024) and a workforce of 90,000 employees, the retailer serves a broad customer base with groceries, clothing, liquor, general merchandise, and added services like pharmacies and financial services.

Pick n Pay remains a household name grounded in values of honesty, inclusivity, and community impact.  It champions sustainability with targets like net-zero carbon by 2050 and supports food security through initiatives like “Feed the Nation” and efforts to tackle food waste.

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RCL Foods

RCL Foods, a leading South African food producer, traces its roots to Rutowitz, a family-owned flour mill established in 1891.  Headquartered in Westville, KwaZulu-Natal, it operates across South Africa, Eswatini, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and Uganda, employing over 20,000 people.

Majority-owned by Remgro (77.7%), RCL Foods runs three core divisions: Consumer (branded groceries and pet foods), Sugar & Milling (Supreme Flour and sugar), and Rainbow & Animal Feed (poultry and feed brands like Farmer Brown and Epol).

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Southern Oil

Southern Oil (SOILL), founded in 1993 in Swellendam, Western Cape, pioneered South Africa’s first large-scale canola oil crushing and refining facility.

From partnering with just five farmers on 400 hectares, SOILL now works with over 600 across the Western and Eastern Cape, making it Africa’s largest canola seed crusher.  It processes 100% locally grown, non-GMO canola into premium oils under its flagship B-well brand, endorsed for heart health.

Operating a state-of-the-art refinery handling 3,000+ tons monthly, SOILL ensures top-tier quality with rigorous testing and certifications.  Committed to sustainability, it repurposes by-products into nutrient-rich animal feed and supports crop diversification and community development.

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Woodlands Dairy

Woodlands, founded in 1995 by the Gutsche family, has grown into one of South Africa’s leading UHT milk producers under the FIRST CHOICE® brand.  It also manufactures house-brand dairy products for retailers like SPAR and Woolworths.

Based in Humansdorp along the Garden Route, its 1,700-strong team is known for innovation and customer service. In 2022, Woodlands acquired Fairfield Dairy, expanding its production of fresh milk, yoghurts, and flavoured dairy for major retailers, including Pick ‘n Pay.

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XS HEALTH

Founded in 2006 by a pharmacist with a vision for credible, science-backed alternatives to conventional medicine, XS Health is a South African wellness company focused on developing high-quality, results-driven natural supplements.

Recognising early on the growing demand for effective complementary medicine, XS Health set out to create formulations that offer tangible benefits for health, energy, performance, and overall well-being.

All XS Health products are developed by a multidisciplinary team of pharmacists, dietitians, and R&D specialists. The company uses high-grade herbal extracts and natural ingredients—formulated at clinically effective potencies—while adhering to strict Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

With a product range designed to help users look, feel, and function better, XS Health combines modern scientific rigour with the best of nature, backed by online pharmacist support and a customer satisfaction guarantee.

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