| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42,718 | |
| 2 |
Old Mutual South Africaoldmutual.co.za
A pan-African financial services group offering solutions to retail and corporate customers, focused on creating positive futures for individuals, communities, and society |
18,394 |
| 3 | 18,103 | |
| 4 |
GOLD FIELDSgoldfields.com
gold mining company with operations in multiple countries, focused on creating value and fostering an inclusive, connected workforce |
9,997 |
| 5 |
Momentum Group Limitedd36xr1heovsi2m.cloudfront.net
Life insurance and financial services group offering retail and specialist brands focused on client empowerment, accountability, and community care. |
9,445 |
| 6 |
Tiger Brandstigerbrands.com
Manufacture, market, and distribute everyday branded food, beverages, home, and personal care products across South Africa and Africa. |
8,640 |
| 7 |
Sun Internationalcorporate.suninternational.com
A leading company in gaming, hospitality, and entertainment industry, offering luxury hotels, casinos, and premier resorts with a focus on exceptional service and responsible corporate citizenship |
6,085 |
| 8 |
OUTsuranceoutsurance.co.za
An insurance company offering cash back bonuses for claim-free customers, multiple product lines, and a history of industry awards and recognition |
5,704 |
| 9 |
Exxaro Resourcesexxaro.com
A leading South African coal producer with diversified mining interests, embracing renewable energy and aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 |
5,235 |
| 10 |
Clientele Limitedclientele.co.za
A diversified financial services group in South Africa, offering easy-to-understand financial products through direct marketing channels, with sustained growth and high returns |
4,636 |
| 11 |
Alexforbesinvest.alexforbes.com
Provides investment, retirement, healthcare, and administration solutions to corporate and individual clients across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. |
4,608 |
| 12 |
WBHO Constructionwbho.co.za
A leading construction business in Southern Africa, specializing in building construction, civil engineering, road projects, and prioritizing safety, quality, and empowerment |
3,913 |
| 13 |
Stefanutti Stocksstefanuttistocks.com
A leading construction group in South Africa, offering infrastructure development projects across various sectors with a focus on safety and sustainability |
3,308 |
| 14 |
Adcorp Groupadcorpgroup.com
A workforce solutions provider offering diverse talent management solutions in various industries and regions to shape markets and economies |
2,851 |
| 15 |
Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltdpremierfmcg.com
A South African-based organization with a strong distribution network across multiple regions, focusing on various categories and brands, with a commitment to growth and innovation |
2,759 |
| 16 |
Southern Sunsouthernsun.com
Leading hospitality group in Southern Africa and beyond, offering luxurious hotels, resorts, restaurants, conference venues, and banqueting facilities with a focus on service excellence and sustainability |
2,705 |
| 17 |
Barclays Africa Group Limited
The company underwent a name change to Absa Group Limited and aims to have one brand across all operations Follow their new LinkedIn page |
2,671 |
| 18 |
Northam Platinumnortham.co.za
An empowered PGM producer in South Africa, extracting platinum, palladium, and rhodium, with operations from mining to refining and community development |
2,253 |
| 19 |
AVI Limitedavi.co.za
South African company with diverse brand portfolio spanning food, beverages, personal care, fashion apparel, and accessories, focused on brand growth and development |
1,781 |
| 20 |
Famous Brandsfamousbrands.co.za
A leading franchisor in the restaurant industry with a diverse portfolio of much-loved brands, offering innovative food services solutions and sustainable growth |
1,754 |
| 21 |
Super Groupsupergroup.co.za
Broad-based supply chain management business with expertise in vehicle dealerships, fleet management, and international operations, providing comprehensive products and services |
1,699 |
| 22 |
Stefanutti Stocks Civilsstefstocks.com
Leading civil engineering contractor in Southern Africa specializing in reinforced concrete construction, industrial plants, infrastructure projects, and environmental rehabilitation with a focus on safety and quality |
1,678 |
| 23 |
MOTUS HOLDINGS LIMITEDmotus.co.za
Leading vehicle business in South Africa with international presence, offering import, retail, rental, mobility solutions, and aftermarket parts. |
1,651 |
| 24 |
FirstRand Corporate Centrefirstrand.co.za
The FirstRand Corporate Centre provides critical functions for a large financial services group, focusing on risk, compliance, governance, and collaboration |
1,622 |
| 25 |
MMI Holdingsmomentummetropolitan.co.za
A South African financial services group specializing in insurance, asset management, investments, healthcare, and employee benefits with a focus on lifelong financial wellness |
1,618 |
| 26 |
Group Five "Structured Ingenuity"groupfive.co.za
A leading African group offering construction, concessions, and manufacturing services across the infrastructure life cycle, with a focus on innovation and employee development |
1,506 |
| 27 |
Afrimatafrimat.co.za
A leading player in mining and materials, listed on the Main Board JSE Limited in the 'Construction & Building Materials' sector |
1,378 |
| 28 | 1,254 | |
| 29 |
Thungelathungela.com
A proactive and responsible mining sector influencer committed to safety, community connection, and excellence through expertise and unity |
1,235 |
| 30 |
Omnia Holdingsomnia.co.za
A diversified chemicals group providing innovative solutions for agriculture, mining, and chemical industries, promoting responsible chemical use and cleaner technologies |
1,065 |
| 31 |
Verimark (PTY) LTDverimark.co.za
A leading provider of innovative and top-quality houseware, health, fitness, DIY, automotive, beauty, and educational toy products through TV infomercials and retail stores |
1,029 |
| 32 |
MiX Telematicspowerfleet.com
A global provider of connected solutions for fleet management, offering safety, efficiency, sustainability, compliance, and security services to customers worldwide |
980 |
| 33 |
Bell Equipment South Africabellequipment.com
Provides a network of dealers across South Africa for equipment distribution |
810 |
| 34 |
WSP in Africawsp.com
An engineering consulting firm providing a wide range of technical expertise in areas like urban planning, sustainable design, and energy development |
701 |
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