Thoka Properties was founded in 2018 by Precious Thoka, and now has offices is 8 of South Africa’s 9 provinces, with their eyes set on the 9th state, the Free State as their next branch.
Key Achievements
Lead generation: Effort invested in defining Thoka’s unique positioning in the market, combined with a dedicated marketing resource led to ~50 new leads a month and a notable increase in revenue.
Sytems: A CRM was adopted and is now used to track all lead conversion. Financial and supplier management systems are regularly reviewed to optimise processes and minimise costs.
Team: Scope of Works (SOPs) were developed and time consuming processes that had been absorbing Precious’ time were delegated to key team members, enabling Precious to focus on growth
Medsac, which was started in 2017, services the private and public sectors, through manufacturing of engineering designs, services and construction, focusing on steel services, supply & repair of various plant and equipment.
FOUNDER:
Brilliant Shoba studied mechanical design in China & gained experience in Germany which led to founding & growing Medsac
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
Diversify customer base: Two new sales representatives were onboarded to drive engagement with clients & the number of active clients has grown, reducing customer concentration to 40%
Net profit: Cost controls and operational efficiencies contributed to Medsac exceeding their net profit goals on the programme
Skills development: Medsac has obtained Seta accreditation and is training students with the plan to open a new training facility next year. “We really need to diversify and upgrade the skills of our workers so that we can grow in other areas”, says Brilliant
Barberton Mines (Pty) Ltd, in partnership with Aurik, proudly celebrates the graduation of our 9 dynamic SMEs who have completed a transformative 12-month business development programme.
Through building systems and strengthening your businesses for scale and resilience, you continue to craft your Asset of Value. This graduation marks not an end, but a powerful new chapter in your journey of growth.
We invite you to join the ceremony, please register below to confirm your attendance.
Date: 29 August 2025 Time: The graduation ceremony will be the closing session of the Access to Markets event, which starts at 8am. The graduation is scheduled for 11am Venue: Anew Resort White River, Mpumalanga
Aurik and Rainprop are partnering with established businesses in Gauteng to participate in an 18-month programme that will build our the structures in your business to drive next level growth, including:
Positioning to stand out in the market
Systems to deliver consistently
Building a purposeful team and delegating to them to release your time
Register below for an online briefing to understand the full benefits and criteria of this opportunity.
Mining and construction businesses in Mpumalanga and Limpopo have an opportunity to partner with Komatsu, to gain access to business development support and grants.
This programme will enable you to set up the foundation of your business to be ready for scale and growth, supported by grant funding to unlock growth opportunities.
Partnerships are available to both early phase and more established businesses.
Join a briefing session either online or in person on 15th or 16th April to gain insights into the benefits, criteria and next steps for this programme.
Mpumalanga, South Africa – In an ambitious move to harness the collective power of large businesses and SMEs for regional prosperity, a pioneering initiative brought together the supply chain needs of prominent corporations with the capabilities of up-and-coming small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This initiative, starting off with an Access to Market event, is aimed at fostering a robust economic environment that champions inclusivity and sustained growth.
The initiative is led by esteemed ESD partners, Aurik Enterprise Development and Barberton Mines, a subsidiary of Pan African Resources, in collaboration with Barberton Mines Transformation Trust (BMTT). This partnership is designed to minimise supply chain risks, enhance business efficiency, and drive economic empowerment through targeted enterprise and supplier development strategies.
Barberton Mines’ Commitment to Transformation: Barberton Mines has been at the forefront of Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) since 2021, focusing on creating a more inclusive supplier landscape and enhancing diversity and gender representation. The company’s dedicated ESD programme seeks to empower local SMEs, promote local sourcing, facilitate skills transfer, and ensure sustainable community benefits well beyond the lifespan of mining activities.
Aurik’s Expert Approach to SME Development:
Aurik Enterprise Development stands out with its bespoke ESD solutions. Aurik’s strategy encompasses comprehensive service offerings including strategic planning, sourcing and selection, with a focus on localisation, and innovative fund management. The company boasts a proven track record with SMEs observing an average profitability increase of 131% year on year, demonstrating Aurik’s commitment to delivering impactful and sustainable business growth.
The Access to Market event, hosted by Enhlanzeni District Municipality, provided a platform for Mpumalanga’s businesses to outline their supply chain needs and explore opportunities for collaboration with skilled entrepreneurs facilitated by Aurik.
It also allowed suppliers to express their experiences of working with large companies, and their interests in future opportunities.
This event was a critical step towards building a resilient economic structure in Mpumalanga, ensuring that all stakeholders can thrive together in a mutually beneficial ecosystem.
By fostering a dynamic partnership between established corporates and agile SMEs, it catalyses an ecosystem where collaborative efforts lead to shared prosperity. The Access to Markets initiative sets a foundation for a thriving, inclusive economy that not only meets today’s needs but also anticipates tomorrow’s challenges.
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For more information on participating in the Access to Markets initiative, please contact Prosper Mukwakwami prosper@aurik.co.za
