We would like to thank our generous sponsors
Nedbank
Nedbank Eswatini is Imvelo's main event sponsor. Nedbank Eswatini has been a long-term sponsor of the Nedbank Eswatini's Imvelo MTB Classic. As an international bank that is a subsidiary of the Nedbank Group of South Africa, Nedbank Eswatini creates value through constant innovation and reinvestment - not to mention its green policies and practices. Nedbank gained its presence in Eswatini following Nedcor’s acquisition of Standard Chartered bank’s local majority shareholding in January 1997.
PureJoy
As Lactalis Eswatini, a proud sponsor of the ever-so-popular 35km Challenge, we are grateful to be part of Imvelo MTB Race even this year under one of our famous brands PUREJOY. The Imvelo MTB race is an excellent platform for our consumers to experience our offering whilst keeping the spirit of adventure alive & exercising flawlessly. With PureJoy, you get 100% Pure Fruit Juice and nothing else. No added preservatives. No added sugar. No added colorants. Available in a variety of flavors for the entire family to enjoy,100% Fruit. 100% Joy.
Oracle Insure
Title Sponsor of Family Fun Race Oracle Insure Eswatini is a proud local based insurance group that is celebrating its 4th year involvement in the Imvelo MTB race. As the title sponsor of the Family Race we feel the event compliments our main focus of “Protect what matters”. The Imvelo MTB race allows us to exercise, be one with nature as well as spend some important time with friends and family. All three are very important components for our individual wellness which allows us as individuals to protect what matters. Oracle Insure Eswatini and Oracle Life Eswatini (sister company) pride’ s itself at offering the market with innovative and affordable insurance solutions in life, funeral, short-term and health cover. Visit our website (oracleinsurance.co) or our new innovative Customer Experience Hub in Mbabane (above Nando’s) for more detail on our solutions. We wish all a safe and enjoyable ride.
Ngwenya Glass
Our magnificent trophies are hand crafted by Ngwenya Glass. This amazing fair trade company also supports rhino conservation in Eswatini. Definitely worth a visit en-route to/from Imvelo. Ngwenya Glass making changes … Most people know the interesting history of Eswatini’s very special glassmaking factory, but for those who don’t, herewith a summary of where they’ve come from … This unique story unfolded in 1979. A glassblowing factory called Swazi Glass Craft (trading as Ngwenya Glass ) was set up as a Swedish Aid Project. The Swedes imported all the machinery and equipment, built the original factory, and employed and trained Swazi’s in the age-old art of glassblowing. Two of the most talented glassblowers were sent to Sweden to the world renowned Kosta Boda glassworks where they learned from leading artisans. In 1981 the Swedes handed over the factory to Swaziland/Eswatini Small Enterprise Development Corporation. But unfortunately, four years later the factory ceased production. Suddenly, no more glass animals! This was a mystery to Swazi Glass elephant collectors, Chas Prettejohn, a marine engineer, and his parents, Alix and Richard, who lived in the Eastern Cape in South Africa …! Their curiosity, literally, drove them to neighbouring Swaziland/Eswatini to “investigate”. The result; the Prettejohn’s found themselves the proud new owners of the only glassblowing factory in Africa at that time … and a defunct one at that! The Prettejohn’s took over in June 1987, spending a couple of months getting the machinery working and tracking down some of the original staff. They started production in August with four former employees, including Sibusiso Mhlanga, the master glassblower. Ngwenya Glass now employs over 60 people, including two of the original Swedish-trained blowers. Sibusiso who has visited Sweden several times in recent years to work again with some of the world’s leading glassblowers, now tutors the new apprentices. Since its rebirth, Ngwenya Glass has been more than an inspiring success story. It is an environmentalist’s dream. The products, which include a range of tableware, drinking glasses, vases, jugs and ornamental African animals, are all handmade from 100 % recycled glass. Most of this is from soft drink bottles, gathered from all over Swaziland/Eswatini. Not only are the people of Swaziland/Eswatini encouraged to collect the bottles, but Ngwenya Glass works with the local schools to instil in the children a sense of environmental awareness. In exchange for building materials and the sponsorship of the soccer team, the students must participate in clean-up campaigns. As if willing the survival of the wildlife species that inspire their craftsmen to produce works of art; in 1989 Ngwenya Glass launched the Kingdom of Swaziland’s/Eswatini’s most successful wildlife conservation fund. by donating a percentage of profits from its worldwide sales. Known as the Ngwenya Rhino & Elephant Fund , its proceeds go directly to Mkhaya Game Reserve, a refuge for endangered species in the Swaziland/Eswatini lowveld. Since the establishment of this fund, generous donations have been received from the likes of: The British Government; The European Union; W.W.F. (World Wildlife Fund of South Africa and the Netherlands); Doctor Felix Schnier; Aide Environmen; Engen, and His Royal Highness, Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands (who is an avid fan of Mkhaya and a regular visitor to the Kingdom of Swaziland/Eswatini!). Ngwenya Glass is proof that business success and commitment to protecting the environment can, indeed, be a winning combination.
Swazi Trails
Keeping the spirit of adventure alive with sponsorship of vouchers for some unforgettable activities in our beautiful Kingdom! Swazi Trails are Swaziland's adventure and teambuilding specialists. If you are looking for experiential activities, or experiential learning, try their wide range of outdoor activities: Raft, cave, abseil, tube MTB, hike, zipline. Alternatively ask about their wide range of indoor training sessions, where their flair for the unexpected brings life to motivational sessions.
SwaziCo Medics
We are always ready for medical evacuations to different facilities in the SADC Region. FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DIAL OUR TOLL FREE 0911 Alternative number +268 7802 1911 ANYWHERE | ANYWHERE | ANYTIME | WE’LL GET THERE
Adventure Sport
On site before and after the race to make sure those bikes are in working order! Adventure Sport also kindly sponsors 6 bike service vouchers for prizes!
Logico
Logico’s service offering varies according to it’s clients immediate needs, we are always looking for the most effective solutions that also appeal to Eswatini’s Market. Aligning ourselves with “Best of Breed” manufacturers allows us to present a comprehensive collection of services to satisfy all supply chain needs. Logico supplies and delivers to all sections of the market. This includes Wholesale to Top end Retail, General Trade, Pharmacy, Out of Home and Bottom end markets Our current Principle Base consists of 36 principles and our customer universe is in excess of 300.
Funky Pants
A pround sponsonsor with some of their Funky, comfortable, colorful pants. We're called Funky Pants because we make pants and our pants are funky. Seriously funky. Not only are they seriously funky, Our Funky Pants are ridiculously comfy. Now with the ridiculously comfy quarters, cycling pants, cycling bibs and tri-suits. Basically everything you need to be funky. Fighting boredom,one pair at a time.
Dixies
"Eswatini's leading manufacturer of jerseys and supplier of corporate wear and gifts to all. T-Shirts Golfers, Shirts, Football kits, Soccer gear, School wear, corporate gifts and much much more. We also offer different branding options for all types of goods. Embroidery, Screen Print, Digital Print, Heat Transfer Print, Sublimation, Engraving, UV Print, we literally do it all....." For more information visit their Facebook Page @Dixie's International - Pty Ltd or their Instagram Account @dixies_international_swd
All Out Africa
All Out Africa offers inspirational travel experiences in amazing destinations in southern Africa provided by an experienced and dedicated team. All Out Africa is a group of companies based in South Africa, Swaziland, Mozambique and Botswana. It includes a non-profit foundation, social enterprise and responsible travel business. The non-profit foundation arm implements important social and conservation projects and runs two research centers. The social enterprise arm offers volunteer, student and internship experiences which do social and environmental good. The responsible travel business arm offers responsible cultural, wildlife and adventure tours and also runs two award winning lodges. Our goal is to share our passion for southern Africa’s people, places and wildlife with the world and offer experiences that change lives. All Out Africa has hosted over six thousand volunteer and tour participants and many more lodge guests since its inception in 2004. Many of these people have become friends and ambassadors and are helping in various ways to build a better world. All Out Africa is dedicated to people, wildlife, travel, safety, education and entrepreneurship. We have built lasting friendships with our partners and are deeply engaged in the local communities and conservation areas we work in and committed for the long term. Join us on adventures that change lives.
The Smoke & Grill
The Smoke & Grill a fantastic restaurant based in Ezulwini Mantenga Lifestyle with their recent restaurant opened in Mbabane at The Bridge Checkers. Smoke & Grill is famous for their tender smoked meat, burgers, pizzas just to name a few. For more visit the Facebook Page @TheSmokeAndGrill.SD or their Instagram Page @the_smoke_and_grill
International Tool Hire
We supply tools to get all your DIY and construction projects done. Why buy when you can hire?
Steri Stumpie
#MILKTHEMOMENT with Steri Stumpie!!, A proud sponsor of the kiddies race 12.5 km Hoglet. Steri Stumpie is Eswatini’s No.1 flavored milk brand. The original flavored milk Since 1970. The Iconically Steri Stumpie is low in fat, and high in goodness and also includes sugar-reduced options Steri Stumpie Lite. The Brand is renowned for its sweet milky taste & range of several delicious, fun flavors.
Southern Trading Company
Southern Trading Company was established in Swaziland in February 2001 and has grown from very humble beginnings and is now one of the largest distributors and pre – packers of FMCG products in Swaziland. Customers include Spar, Shoprite, Masscash, Pick ‘n Pay, Boxer, OK Foods and many independent wholesalers and retailers around the country like Ruchi, Buy & Save Powertrade, Price Rite and the Linac Group. Southern Trading Company is based in Swaziland, Matsapha Industrial Site, King Mswati III Avenue. P.O. Box 1538, Matsapha. We also established a branch in Mbombela in Mpumalanga in south Africa in 2014. This branch services the Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces in South Africa. Southern Trading has two well established house brands, SUNNY – which is our premium brand and SUN SUN – which is our budget brand. Further – and package the following products under these brand names in various pack sizes – Cooking oil, Soap, Candles, Biscuits, soup, salt, rice, sugar beans, sugar, Mixed fowl food, Popcorn and peanuts.We currently also pack house brands for Spar, Shoprite Boxer and Masscash In addition to our own brands, we also act as Agents for Willowton Oil, Rhodes Food, Crown Spices, First National Battery, Squeeza.As agents we warehouse and distribute the aforementioned Companies products. Large amounts of time, energy and finances have been invested into building our Company in terms of our automated pre-packaging plants, warehousing and a fleet of vehicles which are used for the distribution of products. The Company sources its workforce from the local communities and currently employs in excess of 300 permanent employees across the branches. Management of Southern Trading Company also recognises that their employees are their most valued asset – their loyalty and input at all levels is appreciated. We focus on our core business which is supplying our customers with the best products at the most competitive prices together with the best service that we can offer.We also pride ourselves in offering those companies that we act on behalf of as Agents excellent service, reliability and efficiency in the distribution of their products. Lastly, we as a team at Southern Trading are dedicated to supporting our customers by providing superior products of exceptional value which will help them gain competitive advantage in their markets.
Southern Trading Company
Southern Trading Company was established in Swaziland in February 2001 and has grown from very humble beginnings and is now one of the largest distributors and pre – packers of FMCG products in Swaziland. Customers include Spar, Shoprite, Masscash, Pick ‘n Pay, Boxer, OK Foods and many independent wholesalers and retailers around the country like Ruchi, Buy & Save Powertrade, Price Rite and the Linac Group. Southern Trading Company is based in Swaziland, Matsapha Industrial Site, King Mswati III Avenue. P.O. Box 1538, Matsapha. We also established a branch in Mbombela in Mpumalanga in south Africa in 2014. This branch services the Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces in South Africa. Southern Trading has two well established house brands, SUNNY – which is our premium brand and SUN SUN – which is our budget brand. Further – and package the following products under these brand names in various pack sizes – Cooking oil, Soap, Candles, Biscuits, soup, salt, rice, sugar beans, sugar, Mixed fowl food, Popcorn and peanuts.We currently also pack house brands for Spar, Shoprite Boxer and Masscash In addition to our own brands, we also act as Agents for Willowton Oil, Rhodes Food, Crown Spices, First National Battery, Squeeza.As agents we warehouse and distribute the aforementioned Companies products. Large amounts of time, energy and finances have been invested into building our Company in terms of our automated pre-packaging plants, warehousing and a fleet of vehicles which are used for the distribution of products. The Company sources its workforce from the local communities and currently employs in excess of 300 permanent employees across the branches. Management of Southern Trading Company also recognises that their employees are their most valued asset – their loyalty and input at all levels is appreciated. We focus on our core business which is supplying our customers with the best products at the most competitive prices together with the best service that we can offer.We also pride ourselves in offering those companies that we act on behalf of as Agents excellent service, reliability and efficiency in the distribution of their products. Lastly, we as a team at Southern Trading are dedicated to supporting our customers by providing superior products of exceptional value which will help them gain competitive advantage in their markets.
Mantenga Lodge
Prize sponsor of the 2018 Momentum Classic-Mantenga Lodge is situated in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley and is ideally located to explore all that the Kingdom of Swaziland has to offer. The lodge is owner run and along with our management team and staff we take great pride in ensuring that each guest has a most enjoyable stay with us. We are always on hand to provide any assistance needed or to advise on the many things to see and do in the area. Whether you stay for business or pleasure, you can relax at the swimming pool or enjoy the view on our deck while having sundowners or a delicious meal from our restaurant.
Royal Jozini
Cradled in the African bush, where the azure waters of Lake Jozini dance at the feet of the mystical Lubombo Mountains, Royal Jozini Private Game Reserve is a place where you can truly come to experience Africa in all its rugged magnificence, without compromising on comfort. Deep inside the breath-taking beauty of the southern African lowveld, our Private Game Reserve in the kingdom of eSwatini (Swaziland) is one of Southern Africa’s best kept secrets, yet is fast becoming the getaway of choice for those who love being immersed in nature. With 14,000 hectares of game reserve, where the vast, untouched landscape teems with wildlife, you’ll enjoy a wealth of game, prolific bird life and the opportunity of indulging in tiger fishing. We invite you to explore our site and book that much-deserved break in one of our self catering lodges and chalets, or in a luxury tented camp.
Swazipharm
Swazipharm is Eswatini's largest distributor of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment to the government, humanitarian organisations, private organisations, missionaries etc. We provide a reliable link between regional/international manufacturers and health institutions.
Hospitality Pips
Hospitality company in Eswatini offering coffee machines, coffee and related products, as well as hosting a wine club and wine tastings
Imbali Gin
Eswatini has a very unique climate and terrain. These characteristics have created a haven for rare and exotic botanicals to prosper. Distilled in small batches in the heart of the beautiful Kingdom of Eswatini, Imbali Gin is handcrafted using indigenous and traditional Swazi botanicals.
Mabuda Farm
Mabuda has been a part of the family since the 1930’s when Carl Todd (Helen’s grandfather) bought the farm. Jonathan and Helen Pons took over ownership in 1997 and have since remained committed to the people of Eswatini. Jonathan's primary calling has been to the Good Shepherd Mission Hospital in Siteki where he works as an Ophthalmologist. He heads an ambitious project in Eswatini that fights blindness, with nearly 1000 blind people having their vision restored each year. Helen manages the Guest Farm and farm administration. They are both active Christians and are involved in many community projects. Their four children spent their primary school years on the farm and are now young adults with similar passions to their parents. MABUDA MISSION STATEMENT PROVIDE Nutrition for the people of the Lubombo’s, by farming in a sustainable and low-carbon manner and by producing high-quality foods. PROSPER The people of the Lubombo’s by improving livelihood and skills, offering discipleship and by empowering others such as NGO’s to do more. PROTECT The Lubombo biodiversity and landscape, by research, advocacy, and farm practices that preserve, and by working in a collaborative manner with communities and the local Conservancy.
The Lebombo Villa
Situated in Big Bend, The Lebombo Villa B+B offers accommodation with a patio or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a à la carte or a Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Siteki is 38 km from The Lebombo Villa B+B.
Black Mamba
Joe and I started Black Mamba because he was nuts about chillies and I wanted to do something that would bring positive impact to the world. I was born in Colombia and he was born in Eswatini (former Swaziland), so we both had the tropical temperatures of the Southern Hemisphere in our blood. When he told me about the chilli sauce he’d once concocted in his kitchen, and how he named it Black Mamba (one of the most dangerous African snakes and, gasp, indigenous to the country) something sparked in me. I couldn’t wait to try it! After remixing his African recipe with a dash of Latino flavour, we launched our first bottles of Black Mamba at Bushfire, Eswatini’s internationally acclaimed music and arts festival, in 2010. All 400 bottles sold out right away! Within months we went from employing one woman to stir a pot in our patio, to having our own workshop, and today, a fully- fledged factory, where we make our dangerously tasty products that we bring to Chilliheads and Ethical Foodies around the world. We believe passionately in making products that are good-for-you, good-for-the-earth, and good for the rural communities we work with, and to achieve this we source our fresh ingredients through Guba, a local permaculture NGO. Guba collaborates with 50 smallholder farmers who grow fresh organic herbs & chillies for our products through regenerative farming methods. The direct positive impact of this partnership reaches over 1,000 individuals in Eswatini! We get organically grown ingredients, the farmers get a sustainable income, and the local ecosystems get restored with the use of regenerative agriculture methods. That’s what we call a HOT deal! We aim to become a cult brand connecting food lovers across the world to generations of growers, proving that planet and people matter. We aim to show the world that Africa can provide first-world products while keeping a strong social and environmental ethos …and we want to achieve chilli world domination! (having fun while doing it) The rest, as they say, is (hot) history.
Kitale Eggs
Always Fresh!
Nisela Farms
Bushlands Butcheries
Bushlands Butcheries is situated on the Matchentima Farm (meaning the black rocks in Siswati), outside of the town of Big Bend in the Lubombo District of the Kingdom of Eswatini. Bushlands has been operating out of the area for the past 30 years, serving only the best meat cuts at affordable prices that the Kingdom has to offer. Because of its location in the hot, dry Eastern lowveld of the country, the butchery is close to the best cattle grazing ranches and therefore we source only the finest herds of cattle in Eswatini. We have always placed a strong emphasis on the relationships we build with both our suppliers and our customers and therefore we can either arrange delivery to you, or you can come visit us at our butchery shop on the farm. We are food with a focus, and with this in mind our butchers are highly skilled and prepare all the meat in-house to ensure quality control is second to none. The meats are cut on the day of your order or delivery to bring you only the freshest possible cuts. Please get in contact with us to arrange an order or to find out more about our butchery, products and prices.
Seeff
While Eswatini (previously known as the Kingdom of Swaziland) is one of the smallest countries in Africa, it continues to attract foreign investment from all over the world. The Seeff Eswatini branch has only been operative for a couple of years, but since opening its doors it has facilitated significant property transactions in all sectors of the property market. Seeff Eswatini's success - specifically with regards to commercial sales - demonstrates the incredible appetite for this type of property within Swaziland, even when compared to larger economies in Africa. This demand for commercial property is largely fuelled by nationwide infrastructural developments, good returns and improved confidence in Eswatini as a whole. When priced correctly commercial property in Eswatini is snapped up quickly regardless of the transaction amount. In comparison to South Africa, average residential properties in Eswatini are typically priced higher even when compared to exclusive suburbs such as Sandton and areas in Randburg. This is mainly due to the absence of a functional competitive sectional title market that can offer an alternative to free standing title deed land. In addition to this there is a segment of the market in Eswatini which historically consisted of foreigners, embassies and professionals such as doctors and entrepreneurs who can afford to buy properties at a premium price, creating the effect where a select few sellers capitalise massively and make tremendous capital gains. This segment of the market, and its resultant effect on pricing, has been somewhat marginalised by the cessation of residential property sales to foreign nationals. This can sometimes create a flawed image of the real economy as it gives other sellers false hope and could create the idea that the top-end luxury segment is more active than the other markets, which is not the case. Exponential growth and increased property prices are particularly evident in the Ezulwini Valley where there is limited supply, relatively high demand and willing cash buyers. In turn this has resulted in new opportunities in other areas for which demand has been somewhat lacking. Mukela and Umdoni residential estates for instance have seen increased demand as other areas of Ezulwini are priced out of middle class markets. Supply in the top end of the housing market is largely fuelled by downscaling, in part from sellers looking to downscale as a result of their life stage and in part people downscaling as a result of financial pressure. Opportunity for residential developments is mostly in and around Eswatini's major towns and gated community estates are on the rise. The Nkonyeni Golf Estate in Sidvokodvo, where Seeff have a sattelite office, is a major success story, and proves the viability of further such developments.
iFarm
iFarm produce livestock, fruit, vegetables of the best quality
Patula Risk
Corporate Risk and Insurance Solutions A bespoke and independent insurance brokerage, providing innovative and specialised risk and insurance solutions to corporate clients in Eswatini. Patula Risk works with clients to find cost-effective strategies to manage and mitigate unique corporate risks. By focusing on corporate clients in Eswatini, Patula Risk is positioned to act as an extension of a risk management team. It aims to be a market leader and the broker of choice in Eswatini for quality service and value–priced insurance products. In partnership with an established leading specialist brokerage, that has a wide and international network, Patula Risk is able to service international clients with an African and Eswatini foot print.
NTT Toyota Eswatini
Providing you with high-quality new, demo & used vehicles.
The Grill
The Grill offers great food at affordable prices in fantastic locations; enjoy a meal also @TheGrill Nkonyeni
Eswatini Agricultural Suppliers
Tetsembiso
For fresh fruits and vegetables