: RS South Africa, a trading brand of RS Group plc (LSE: RS1), a global provider of product and service solutions for industrial customers, has once again achieved Level 2 B-BBEE verification. This achievement reaffirms the company’s commitment to meaningful transformation, empowerment, and inclusive economic growth across South Africa.
The verification reflects progress across several key pillars of B-BBEE, with notable improvements in Management Control and Skills Development while maintaining performance in Ownership, Enterprise Development, Supplier Development and Socio-Economic Development. RS South Africa’s transformation journey continues to focus on driving long-term impact through opportunities that uplift people, enable enterprise growth, and strengthen local communities.
A story that reflects this commitment is that of Microtech, a 100% Black-owned company led by entrepreneur Vincent Bongwe. Through the provision of electronic and industrial tools and components, RS South Africa has supported Microtech in enhancing its operational capacity to maintain and repair production line stitching machines for clients. The support has enabled the business to grow sustainably while allowing Vincent to mentor and transfer skills to his employee, demonstrating transformation in action.
“Our renewed Level 2 B-BBEE verification reflects the tangible outcomes of our transformation strategy,” says Lebohang Kungoane, B-BBEE Compliance Specialist at RS South Africa. “It is not just about achieving a scorecard result. It is about empowering people, enabling business growth, and fostering skills that contribute to South Africa’s economic resilience.”
Vincent Bongwe adds, “RS South Africa’s support has made a meaningful difference to my business. It has strengthened our ability to deliver for our customers and created opportunities for skills transfer within our team. It is encouraging to partner with a company that invests in sustainable growth.”
RS South Africa remains committed to advancing transformation through enterprise development, upskilling initiatives, and continued investment in local communities, ensuring the benefits of empowerment are shared across its network of employees, suppliers, and customers.
To learn more about RS South Africa’s transformation initiatives and to view its latest B-BBEE certificate, visit the RS South Africa website. Follow RS South Africa on LinkedIn for updates on its ongoing empowerment journey.
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About RS
RS is a global product and service solutions provider for industrial customers, enabling them to operate efficiently and sustainably.
We operate in 36 markets, stock over 800,000 industrial and specialist products and list an additional five million relevant for our industrial customers, sourced from over 2,500 suppliers. This extensive range supports our customers across the industrial lifecycle of designing, building, and maintaining equipment and operations.
We enhance their experience through a tailored service model, leveraging our efficient physical, digital and process infrastructure sustainably. We combine a technically led and digitally enabled approach with an exceptional team of experts; ultimately, it’s our people that make the difference.
Our purpose, making amazing happen for a better world, reflects our focus on delivering results for people planet and profit.
RS Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange with stock ticker RS1 and in the year ended 31 March 2024 reported revenue of £2,942 million.
For more information, please visit: www.rsonline.co.za
PR contact details:
PR Contact Person – RS South Africa:
Princess Tlou
Communications & Content Specialist
RS South Africa
Princess.Tlou@rsgroup.com
+27 11 691 9366
Media Contact Person – NGAGE Agency:
Thobile Ndlovu
Senior PR Account Executive
thobile@ngage.co.za
+27 11 867 7763
Further information is available via these links:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-south-africa
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rssouthafrica
- X: https://twitter.com/RSOnlineSA
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Lebohang Kungoane, B-BBEE Compliance Specialist at RS South Africa
Vincent Bongwe from Microtech - RS SOUTH AFRICA RETAINS LEVEL 2 B-BBEE STATUS_approved
RS SOUTH AFRICA RETAINS LEVEL 2 B-BBEE STATUS_approved
