MN Chem (Pty) Ltd
| Business Location: | Township |
| Province | North West |
| Branch: | Dr Kenneth Kaunda |
| Business Start Date: | |
| Busniess Type: | Company |
Business Dynamics and Challenges
Business Activities:
MN Chem produces a range of high-quality products including toilet paper, bleach, washing powder, dishwashing liquid, floor wax, floor polish, and multipurpose cleaners.
Challenges/Needs:
In its early stages, MN Chem faced several key challenges:
• Limited access to markets and customer networks
• The owner lacked sufficient business acumen and formal management training
• Product quality was inconsistent and had not undergone proper SABS testing
• Difficulty in positioning the brand against more established competitors
Intervention Insights and Results
Intervention Details:
• Training in quality management systems, helping the business improve its product standards
• Financial literacy and business management training to strengthen Mr. Malothane’s capabilities in handling operations and finances
• Support for participation in trade exhibitions, which helped the business gain market exposure and connect with potential buyers
• Linkages with institutions for product testing and compliance, including guidance on meeting SABS standards
• Financial literacy and business management training to strengthen Mr. Malothane’s capabilities in handling operations and finances
• Support for participation in trade exhibitions, which helped the business gain market exposure and connect with potential buyers
• Linkages with institutions for product testing and compliance, including guidance on meeting SABS standards
Outcome Details:
As a result of Seda’s interventions , MN Chem (Pty) Ltd has experienced significant improvements:
• Sales increased from R41,000 to R816,456, marking a substantial growth in revenue
• Staff complement increased from 5 to 8, contributing to job creation in the local community
• Improved product quality and customer satisfaction, positioning the brand as a trusted supplier of hygiene products in the region
• Enhanced business confidence and operational efficiency, with the owner now equipped with the necessary skills to manage and grow the business
• Sales increased from R41,000 to R816,456, marking a substantial growth in revenue
• Staff complement increased from 5 to 8, contributing to job creation in the local community
• Improved product quality and customer satisfaction, positioning the brand as a trusted supplier of hygiene products in the region
• Enhanced business confidence and operational efficiency, with the owner now equipped with the necessary skills to manage and grow the business
Client Feedback
Client Comments:
"I am truly grateful to SEFDA for walking this journey with me. Their support changed the direction of my business and gave me the tools I needed to succeed. Today, MN Chem (Pty) Ltd is growing, creating jobs, and proudly serving our community."
— Mr. Moses Malothane, Founder and Director of MN Chem (Pty) Ltd
— Mr. Moses Malothane, Founder and Director of MN Chem (Pty) Ltd
