New appointment at Dunlop Tyres South Africa
Dunlop Tyres South Africa has announced the appointment of Thuli Gasa as Head of Corporate Services, serving as a full member of the Executive Committee.
- Industry News
- 31 May 2025
The naamsa Accelerator Awards, powered by WesBank, were a stunning apogee to the highly anticipated SA Auto Week 2024.
Mikel Mabasa, naamsa CEO, described the awards as a pivotal moment for the sector: “The naamsa Accelerator Awards reflect the heartbeat of the automotive industry, celebrating excellence and innovation that drive us forward. As we celebrated our centenary this year, naamsa honoured people, their achievements that set the standard for the future, and for the significant contributions made to the growth and sustainability of the automotive industry in South Africa,” he says.
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The Top Media House of the Year Award was presented to AutoLive. The ceremony also honoured individuals who have significantly contributed to the industry’s narrative. Denis Droppa received the Top Auto Journalist of the Year award, while Brenwin Naidu was named Top Business Journalist of the Year. Kumbirai Mtshakazi was recognised as the Top Emerging Auto Journalist of the Year.
The Ceremony bestowed distinct recognition to policymakers and industry stalwarts. The 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award went to former Minister Alec Erwin and a special recognition award to MEC MVOKO. Industry stalwarts, Norman Lamprecht and Stuart Rayner, were recognised as Industry value creators.
Dunlop Tyres South Africa has announced the appointment of Thuli Gasa as Head of Corporate Services, serving as a full member of the Executive Committee.
The South African Reserve Bank’s decision to lower interest rates by 25 basis points – bringing rates to their lowest level in more than two years – has been cautiously welcomed by the retail motor sector.
“South Africa’s youth are talented, hungry to learn and eager to work, but they need the opportunity to gain real-world skills that translate into jobs,” says Thembinkosi Pantsi, Vice-Chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA).
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Dunlop Tyres South Africa has announced the appointment of Thuli Gasa as Head of Corporate Services, serving as a full member of the Executive Committee.
The South African Reserve Bank’s decision to lower interest rates by 25 basis points – bringing rates to their lowest level in more than two years – has been cautiously welcomed by the retail motor sector.
“South Africa’s youth are talented, hungry to learn and eager to work, but they need the opportunity to gain real-world skills that translate into jobs,” says Thembinkosi Pantsi, Vice-Chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA).