Umntla koloni Poultry Primary Cooperative Ltd
| Business Location: | Township |
| Province | Northern Cape |
| Branch: | ZF Mgcawu |
| Business Start Date: | 2024-10-26 |
| Busniess Type: | Co-operative |
Business Dynamics and Challenges
Business Activities:
Broiler production (chickens raised for meat)
Layer production (eggs for consumption and hatching)
Breeding and hatchery services (fertile eggs, day-old chicks)
Free-range or organic poultry farming
Custom poultry rearing (for individuals, restaurants, or retailers)
Challenges/Needs:
Transport & Logistics: Lack of delivery vehicles hindered efficient distribution across villages and towns.
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Skills Gaps: Staff required further training in poultry care, record-keeping, and cooperative governance.
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Infrastructure Needs: Essential facilities such as poultry housing, cold storage, and packaging equipment were costly to establish.
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Regulatory Compliance: Navigating veterinary, health, and food safety standards added complexity.
Intervention Insights and Results
Intervention Details:
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Financial & Governance Support:
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Secured funding through the National Development Agency (NDA).
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Received training in Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Procurement Policy implementation.
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Participated in workshops on Cooperative Governance Principles to strengthen ethical and effective leadership.
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Systems & Compliance:
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Developed and rolled out a comprehensive HR and Payroll Policy Framework, ensuring compliance with PAYE, UIF, and SDL regulations.
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Streamlined recruitment, performance management, and payroll processes.
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Strategic Planning:
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Received expert guidance in crafting a foundational business plan and a five-year financial roadmap, setting a clear path for sustainable growth.
Financial & Governance Support:
o
Secured funding through the National Development Agency (NDA).
o
Received training in Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Procurement Policy implementation.
o
Participated in workshops on Cooperative Governance Principles to strengthen ethical and effective leadership.
2.
Systems & Compliance:
o
Developed and rolled out a comprehensive HR and Payroll Policy Framework, ensuring compliance with PAYE, UIF, and SDL regulations.
o
Streamlined recruitment, performance management, and payroll processes.
3.
Strategic Planning:
o
Received expert guidance in crafting a foundational business plan and a five-year financial roadmap, setting a clear path for sustainable growth.
Outcome Details:
These interventions have delivered transformative results for Emntla Koloni:
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Major Investment Secured: R668,866.75 in funding from the NDA, providing essential capital for infrastructure and operations.
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Job Creation: 12 new positions established, directly advancing the cooperative’s mission of youth empowerment and poverty reduction.
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Governance & Compliance Strengthened: Operational procedures are now clearly defined, and statutory compliance is firmly in place.
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Strategic Foundation Solidified: With a robust business and financial plan, the cooperative is well-equipped to scale and thrive
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Major Investment Secured: R668,866.75 in funding from the NDA, providing essential capital for infrastructure and operations.
•
Job Creation: 12 new positions established, directly advancing the cooperative’s mission of youth empowerment and poverty reduction.
•
Governance & Compliance Strengthened: Operational procedures are now clearly defined, and statutory compliance is firmly in place.
•
Strategic Foundation Solidified: With a robust business and financial plan, the cooperative is well-equipped to scale and thrive
Client Feedback
Client Comments:
QUOTE/ MSME’s comment
"The first two weeks determine the last two weeks. Excellent brooding and early care are critical for final flock performance.”
"The first two weeks determine the last two weeks. Excellent brooding and early care are critical for final flock performance.”
