By JULIETTE BOURNE HR Director Edward Snell & Co. Human Rights Day holds deep meaning for many South Africans, myself included. It’s a reminder of our country’s journey toward justice and a call to honour that legacy through the…
The spirits firm is on a growth trajectory, aiming to tap into rest of the continent while bolstering its market share in SA. SA’s largest privately owned spirits group, Edward Snell & Co, plans to establish an export market into…
Effective 1 March 2024, Juliette Bourne has been appointed Head of Human Resources at Edward Snell & Co. She joined the company in February 2023 as interim Human Resource Manager and has subsequently re-organized the function to deliver against a…
PURSUING GREATNESS FOR GOOD and leaving our industry better than what we found it. We are excited to introduce Bayanda Cwazibe as the new Chair of the SALBA committee—a dynamic leader dedicated to influencing our industry positively under the banner…
This Women’s Month, Edward Snell & Co. set its focus on a singular theme: The Power of Storytelling. As a build we invited Springbok physiotherapist Rene Naylor to come and share her story, “being a woman in a male dominated…
Edward Snell is committed to pursuing and unlocking greatness to create a better world. Driving equality is an essential part of this, and when women and minorities share their stories, it helps to break down existing barriers. By KARIN KRAUSE…
On 18th July, South Africa our country that is alive with possibility, honours Nelson Mandela and his spirit of generosity and giving back. Whilst we strive toward driving our company purpose “The Pursuit of Greatness for Good” every day, marked…
On the 16th of June 1976, the youth of South Africa made their voices heard and stood up for the dream of a better future. At Snell we strive to support and celebrate our young people in their pursuit of…
Bushmills Irish whiskey is more than just a drink; it’s an experience that’s been crafted to perfection over hundreds of years. The process of distilling, ageing, and bottling the whiskey is done with great care resulting in a refined spirit…
Edward Snell & Co, South Africa’s largest independent spirits group has recently surpassed a major production and distribution milestone by announcing the construction of a new distribution centre. Staying at the forefront of any industry demands dynamism and innovation, while…
Edward Snell & Co., South Africa’s largest independent spirits group, has made notable changes to future-proof its business and chart a path toward a sustainable future. Water is essential to life, and while it is estimated that as much as…
Why reshaping the conversation and leading the change within the food and beverage sector is key to its continued growth. By KARIN KRAUSE WESSELS, managing director at Edward Snell & Co. For too long unconscious bias has limited gender equality…
As the business landscape in South Africa’s spirits and wine industry continues to transform in the direction of greater gender inclusivity, JARED RUTTENBERG asks two industry leaders to weigh in on the growing presence and role of women within the…
Glenfiddich through its Challengers Club discussion platform is tackling some of South Africa’s most pressing challenges. Buza is an ed-tech application targeted at non-English first language speakers, which is striving to localise digital education. The app was born out of…
First place winner, Siyabonga Ndlela is the founder of the Ndlela Agri Group. Hailing from rural Impendle near Pietermaritzburg in KZN, Siyabonga (31) is an engineer turned farmer, following his grandfather’s advice that people should follow their passions. “Being the…
Mpho won the 2019 Firstwatch Entrepreneurs Challenge, winning R50 000 cash to help grow her business Ghemere; a non-alcoholic concentrate & a ready-to-drink Ginger beer that uses an old and traditional recipe manufactured by Precious & Pearl Brands. With her…
Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s first democratic president was renowned for his appreciation of the transformative power of education. He once said, “If there is one appeal I could make, it is that young people must take it upon themselves to…
Nadia Nakai and Blaq Diamond prove why they are #NextLevel with the release of their new anthems Russian Bear continues its tradition of taking things to the next level with the launch of its Ultimate Collaboration, which culminated in the…
For years, whisky and brandy have enjoyed status as the two leading liquor categories in South Africa; however, this is no longer the case, courtesy of gin which has now disrupted the spirits status quo. In 2018/9 vodka overtook brandy…
In a crowded gin market, Stretton’s London Dry Gin is differentiating itself by becoming the gin for everyone and every occasion. In the last few years, gin has become cooler than ever before – and the market has exploded. But…
As Edward Snell & Co, the largest privately owned wine and spirits merchant in South Africa, we have a corporate social responsibility as a local employer. One of the ways we act upon this is through our Work Integrated Learning…