About Us
From everyday meals to community livelihoods, Sekhukhune Foods creates value that goes beyond the plate.
About Us
WHO WE ARE
Sekhukhune Foods is an African food business producing affordable, nutritious, quick-to-prepare meals for lower- and middle-income households across Southern Africa. Our products and flavours lean toward African cuisine.
We focus on food that works in real homes, for real people. Food that stretches household budgets, feeds families well, and delivers consistent quality and flavour without compromise.
Job creation is an integral part of our sales and delivery logistics.
Sekhukhune Foods forms part of the VisionAfrica Group of Companies and operates as a self-sustaining commercial enterprise, designed to deliver both economic value and meaningful social impact.
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Our Purpose
We believe that food security, affordability, and employment creation belong together.
Our business model is built on the principle that access to nutritious food should not come at the expense of dignity or opportunity. By combining food production with community-based distribution and sales networks, we create value that extends beyond the plate.
Every product sold contributes to:
- Improved access to affordable nutrition
- Sustainable income opportunities
- Stronger local economic participation
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Our Philosophy
MAKING FOOD AND EMPLOYMENT WORK TOGETHER
Sekhukhune Foods was built on the belief that nutrition, affordability, and job creation can reinforce and complement each other rather than compete.
By producing food that is easy to prepare and distributing it through employment-linked channels, we create value that goes beyond the plate.
WHAT GUIDES US
- Nutrition without compromise
- Pricing that respects real household incomes
- Products designed for scale and reliability
- Strong flavours that reflect local tastes
- Community-based economic participation
We believe in forging strong, sustainable partnerships across the entire business pipeline, including manufacturing, supply, distribution, and sales.
Job creation is embedded throughout our organisation and operating model, creating income opportunities at multiple levels of the value chain. This focus on employment generation is a defining feature of Sekhukhune Foods and central to how we do business.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Our approach is practical and long-term, driven by commercial sustainability rather than dependency on aid or donations. Sekhukhune Foods operates in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those focused on:
SDG 2
Zero Hunger
We work to end hunger and promote sustainable agriculture by sourcing locally and supporting food security initiatives.
SDG 12
Responsible Consumption
We promote sustainable consumption patterns through eco-friendly packaging and waste reduction programs.
SDG 13
Climate Action
We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and implementing climate-friendly practices across our operations.
Our Promise
We continuously evaluate and improve our practices to ensure we contribute positively to achieving these global goals. Together, we can create lasting change.
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What We Do
We develop and supply African cuisine built on familiar staples and bold local flavours, designed to be:
- Easy to prepare
- Nutritionally balanced
- Affordable at scale
- Suitable for households, institutions, and emergency supply
Our portfolio includes:
- Ukutya – everyday meals, staples, sauces, spices, and rubs
- Solo Roosta – a bold, quick-service chicken food concept
- NutriChef – high-nutrition food solutions for aid and disaster relief
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Food That Creates Work
Job creation is embedded throughout the Sekhukhune Foods operating model.
In addition to direct employment, we support income generation through:
- Community-based sales and distribution networks
- Commission-earning sales agents
- Approved resellers with wholesale access
This network-driven approach allows individuals to participate in the food value chain while supplying affordable nutrition to their communities.
Meet our team
We are supported by a multidisciplinary team with experience spanning emerging market trading, low- and middle-income consumer segments, technical systems and distribution networks, culinary development and food production, as well as professional healthcare and nutrition insight. We pride ourselves on applying high-tech, practical business solutions to real-world food challenges, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and reliability across our operations.
F.G. de Ridder
Chairman
Passionate about creating authentic food experiences that bring people together.
M. Françoise
Technology
With 15 years of culinary expertise, bringing traditional flavors to modern tables.
T. van Wyk
Logistics
Ensuring every order is prepared with care and delivered with excellence.
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Trading Philosophy
We believe in forging strong, long-term partnerships across the entire business pipeline, including:
- Manufacturing
- Supply and sourcing
- Distribution and logistics
- Sales and market access
Our production facilities are fully licensed and accredited, with capacity to serve both retail and bulk requirements. Nationwide distribution is supported through reliable logistics partners.
Why Sekhukhune Foods?
Because affordability should not mean poor quality.
Because convenience should not mean empty calories.
Because food businesses should leave communities stronger than they found them.
Sekhukhune Foods builds practical nutrition for real lives.