And the winner is …
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Duncan Keil from UPP .
nominee Karmen Sewpersadh of KZN Plumbing , “ Being an IOPSA member has set us apart from the rest . It has helped our company to grow and to be recognised in the industry .”
An emotional Mbali Buthelezi won Apprentice of the Year and was overwhelmed by her win . “ There were times I wanted to give up , but I persevered . This award isn ’ t just for me , it ’ s for my family , friends , the college and everyone who supported me on this journey ,” she said .
Duncan Keil of UPP was also moved by winning Plumbing Company of the Year . “ It ’ s not about me ,” he said , “ it ’ s about the industry .” PA
Apprentice of the Year , Mbali Buthelezi .
And the winner is …
Region of the Year : KwaZulu-Natal Apprentice of the Year : Mbali Buthelezi Industry Lady : Lesley Jeary ( not present ) Merchant of the Year : Plumblink
Training Provider of the Year : Flavius Mareka TVET College
Plumbing Company of the Year : UPP Group Manufacturer of the Year : Advanced Valves Importer of the Year : Harscan Distributors Auditor of the Year : Ushen Parsuram
Richard Wiederhold from Advanced Valves .
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November 2023 Volume 29 I Number 9 www . plumbingafrica . co . za