Here are the 2017 BBQ Awards winnersThe 16th instalment of the BBQ Awards was held at Emperor's Palace, Ekurhuleni late last week. The best of the best in black business and champions of transformation in South Africa were recognised at the gala event. Fatima Vawda, founder of 27four Investment Managers, receiving the Comair Outstanding Woman in Business Award. Image by Julian Cole. “The Big Time Strategic Group BBQ Awards are very important for us as a people, as a black nation, as young entrepreneurs, as organisations and organised business, and as a country looking to go all the way into the future,” said Justice Maphosa, CEO of Big Time Strategic Group, naming sponsor of the event. “Today as we meet here, we are saying to those who win the awards, thank you for making us proud.” Baleka Mbete, speaker of the National Assembly, emphasised in her keynote address that South Africa must continue to prioritise transformation in all spheres of life, from government to small business, to benefit everyone. “May you progress to even greater heights in your business ventures,” she wished the award nominees. Jeff Radebe, minister in the presidency for planning, performance, monitoring, evaluation and administration, also congratulated each nominee for their exceptional contribution to the world of business and encouraged them to help develop others: “The true value of any award cannot be realised unless the winner contributes toward the development of their own communities. In this regard, I believe the BBQ Awards remain an important endeavour in supporting our business community.” And the winners are:
For more information on the 2017 BBQ Awards, go to www.bbqawards.co.za. |