AfroCentric Group

AfroCentric Group AfroCentric Group is the most diversified healthcare company with a focus on health administration

Final Stop. Same Spirit. Same Purpose.In Durban, the AfroCentric team closed out our Mandela Day activities with compass...
22/07/2025

Final Stop. Same Spirit. Same Purpose.

In Durban, the AfroCentric team closed out our Mandela Day activities with compassion and commitment.

Together, they delivered food hampers to three powerful community organisations:

• TAFTA – supporting the elderly with independence and care.
• Merewent Cheshire Home, Westville – providing holistic care for the physically disabled.
• Darul Yatama Wal Masakeen – feeding and housing those in need.

From coast to city, AfroCentric teams have embodied Madiba’s vision - "What counts in life is the difference we make in the lives of others."

One day. Four regions. Countless lives touched. Thank you to every AfroCentric employee who made this Mandela Day unforgettable.

Mandela Day 2025 at AfroCentric – VereenigingFeeding Hope with CompassionAs our Mandela Day journey moved to Vereeniging...
22/07/2025

Mandela Day 2025 at AfroCentric – Vereeniging

Feeding Hope with Compassion

As our Mandela Day journey moved to Vereeniging, the AfroCentric team showed what generosity looks like in action.

Buckets of essentials were packed and delivered to:

• Thusong Projects – uplifting families through skills and support
• Catherine Robinson Old Age Home – caring for the elderly with dignity
• KG Organisation – supporting vulnerable children with structured care
• Sedibeng Children’s Haven - a temporary safe haven for children in need of care and protection.

One day. Four regions. Countless lives touched!

The spirit of Ubuntu continued at our Cape Town office for International Mandela Day on 18th July 2025. Our incredible t...
21/07/2025

The spirit of Ubuntu continued at our Cape Town office for International Mandela Day on 18th July 2025. Our incredible team, with hearts full of purpose, gathered to transform simple groceries into parcels of hope. Each hamper, carefully packed, carries not just nourishment for families and schoolchildren, but a renewed belief in humanity's kindness.

These blessings will soon find their way to:

· Silverleaf Primary School in Dunoon, lighting up the return to school for learners from vulnerable backgrounds.

· Ladles of Love, an organization pouring dignity into every meal, staunch in their commitment to ending hunger.

To our Cape Town colleagues, your hands wove threads of compassion into every package. Thank you for embodying Mandela's legacy, one act of profound generosity at a time.

One day. Four regions. Countless lives forever touched. Join us as the journey continues in Vereeniging.

Mandela Day 2025 – RoodepoortWhen Purpose Becomes ActionOne day. Four regions. Countless lives touched. And in 2025, we ...
21/07/2025

Mandela Day 2025 – Roodepoort

When Purpose Becomes Action

One day. Four regions. Countless lives touched. And in 2025, we went bigger and bolder than ever before.

On 18 July, AfroCentric Group didn’t just mark International Mandela Day, we embodied it. With hearts full of purpose and hands ready to serve, our teams across the country came together to uplift, empower and restore dignity. Because for us, Mandela Day isn’t a once-off moment, it’s part of our everyday commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all South Africans.

At our Roodepoort Head Office, the spirit of Ubuntu echoed through every corridor as volunteers packed essential grocery hampers and boxes of educational toys and learning materials for Sechaba Community Care, a beacon of hope for orphaned children and child-headed households in Etwatwa, east of Johannesburg.

But this year, we didn’t just give more, we gave better.
Every item packed carried more than just supplies — it carried hope:

• Hope for Zero Hunger (UN SDG 2)
• Hope for Quality Education (UN SDG 4)
• Hope for Good Health and Wellbeing (UN SDG 3)
• Hope for a brighter, more equitable future

This is what it looks like when purpose becomes action, a living expression of AfroCentric’s mission, where business and community walk hand in hand.

From investing in affordable healthcare to driving education and youth empowerment, we are proud to contribute to South Africa’s social fabric, not just on Mandela Day, but every single day.

And this is only the beginning. Stay with us as we journey to Cape Town, Vereeniging and Durban next.

On Friday, 28 June 2025, AfroCentric officially launched its Pride Hub at our Roodepoort Head Office in celebration of P...
03/07/2025

On Friday, 28 June 2025, AfroCentric officially launched its Pride Hub at our Roodepoort Head Office in celebration of Pride Month (June).

The Pride Hub marks a bold step forward in our journey toward true inclusion, celebrating diversity, fostering allyship and creating a safe space where LGBTQIA+ employees and allies can connect, be heard and show pride. This was the first-ever event under the LGBTQIA+ banner at AfroCentric and forms part of an ongoing initiative by our Human Capital Diversity and Equity unit.

From meaningful conversations to vibrant cafeteria activations, the launch embodied our commitment to building a workplace where everyone belongs.

See the highlights from this powerful and proudly AfroCentric moment.

Youth Wellness, Bold Conversations and Real Impact!On Monday, 30 June 2025, we proudly hosted the AfroCentric Group Yout...
01/07/2025

Youth Wellness, Bold Conversations and Real Impact!

On Monday, 30 June 2025, we proudly hosted the AfroCentric Group Youth Month Round Table, where leading internal experts Ayesha Kriel (Functional Head: Chronic Medicine and Disease Management), Maria Rambauli (General Manager: Aid For Aids), Dr. Mori Boshomane (Advanced Specialist: Clinical Risk, Product Development and Client Relations) and Dr. Marion Bocherds (Senior Manager: Wellness and Benefits) came together to tackle the most urgent health and wellness challenges facing South Africa’s youth.

From rising mental health concerns and chronic lifestyle-related conditions to the importance of early medical planning and access to HIV prevention and treatment, this was a powerful, solutions-focused dialogue that reinforced one truth: “If our young people aren’t okay, our economy won’t be either.”

These were the words of our Group CEO, Gerald Van Wyk, in his Youth Day article titled “Youth mental health crisis: A threat to our future workforce and economy” published on EB Net.

We’re grateful to our incredible speakers and support teams who made this session possible.

Missed it or want to revisit the insights? Click the link below to watch the full recording: https://lnkd.in/dN-G-NjY









This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

Following our Group CEO, Gerald Van Wyk’s urgent call to action on South Africa’s youth mental health crisis in his arti...
24/06/2025

Following our Group CEO, Gerald Van Wyk’s urgent call to action on South Africa’s youth mental health crisis in his article titled “Youth mental health crisis: A threat to our future workforce and economy” which was featured on EBNnet Read the full article here: https://shorturl.at/UnKFK , it’s clear that our young people are under extraordinary pressure. From rising mental health hospitalisations to increased rates of chronic illness and financial stress, the future of our workforce and economy is at stake.

As we commemorate Youth Month, we reflect not only on the legacy of South Africa’s youth but also on the growing health and wellbeing challenges they face, overall. These include mounting mental health struggles, preventable chronic diseases and limited access to healthcare. Now more than ever, we need proactive wellness, greater health literacy and youth-tailored healthcare solutions that evolve with their life stage and salary.

Save the Date:

· 30 June 2025

· 12:00 PM

· Virtual Round Table Webinar

Join us for AfroCentric’s Annual Youth Month Round Table event, a powerful virtual dialogue where our experts and changemakers explore the most pressing health issues facing South African youth, from chronic conditions and poor lifestyle habits to the rising toll of mental health challenges. Expect fresh insights, relevant data and bold, youth-focused healthcare solutions.

Why this matters:

· South Africa has an HIV prevalence rate of 16.6%, the 4th highest globally (World Population Review, 2025).

· 1 in 3 young South African live with a chronic condition.

· Mental health-related hospital admissions for under-35s have increased by 25% year-on-year (AfroCentric data).

· 60% of youth report needing mental health support in the past year (UNICEF U-Report, 2025).

· Poor diet, inactivity and financial stress are driving preventable health risks in young people.

These realities demand more than just awareness, they call for collaborative, preventive healthcare solutions and coordinated value-based care.

Let’s take action this Youth Month. Let’s be healthier together.

More details on the link to join coming soon!

[READ] Youth Mental Health: A National Priority, Not Just a Policy Issue In his powerful Youth Day article, Gerald Van W...
23/06/2025

[READ] Youth Mental Health: A National Priority, Not Just a Policy Issue

In his powerful Youth Day article, Gerald Van Wyk, Group CEO of AfroCentric, confronts a growing crisis that threatens both our economy and future workforce, the youth mental health epidemic. With hospitalisations for mental health among under-35’s rising by 25% year-on-year and the cost of presenteeism and absenteeism nearing R250 billion, the message is clear, if our young people aren’t okay, our economy won’t be either.

In this must-read article, Van Wyk outlines urgent, actionable solutions from integrated wellness ecosystems to digital-first mental health tools that employers and funders can adopt to shift the tide.

Let’s act before this crisis becomes irreversible.

Read the full article here: https://shorturl.at/UnKFK

Today, AfroCentric Group (a Sanlam Group company), was proudly represented at the Sanlam Benchmark Symposium, a flagship...
19/06/2025

Today, AfroCentric Group (a Sanlam Group company), was proudly represented at the Sanlam Benchmark Symposium, a flagship research-based annual event where industry leaders share insights on the issues and trends shaping the future of our employee benefits and healthcare industries. Speaking from a healthcare perspective under the event’s theme, “Ageing in the Age of Confidence,” were Chief Analytics and Strategy Officer Satish Antony and Dr. Nkateko Msimeki, General Manager: Health Policy and Medical Advisory.

Satish opened the discussion by painting a clear picture of South Africa’s evolving demographic landscape. While we are living longer, we are not necessarily aging into illness rather, many are already living with chronic conditions as they age. He pointed out a striking contrast - the average medical scheme principal member is 34 years old, yet 10% of beneficiaries are 65 and older and this proportion is increasing. With projections showing that 1 in 6 individuals will be over 60 by 2050 and the country already grappling with a quintuple burden of disease (HIV & TB, trauma, maternal and child health issues and non-communicable diseases), a shift in approach is critical.

Satish outlined the need to transition from funding illness to funding prevention, advocating for coordinated, value-based care and an end to fragmented healthcare systems.

Building on this, Dr. Nkateko Msimeki highlighted the transformative opportunities within this new paradigm. She emphasised the importance of primary healthcare as a vehicle for a "whole-of-society" approach, one that factors in social determinants of health. This includes harnessing data more effectively, incentivising healthy behaviours, eliminating duplicated costs and integrating technology to drive efficiency and equity.

In the context of value-based care, Dr. Msimeki urged the sector to go beyond unit costs and instead consider the total cost of care, from prevention through to treatment and long-term outcomes.

Together, their insights call for a bold reimagining of healthcare for an ageing South African population.

"We can't make a population younger, but we can certainly make it healthier."


CEO Breakfast - Strengthening Leadership, Building ConnectionsOn 12 June 2025, our Group CEO Gerald Van Wyk, hosted the ...
18/06/2025

CEO Breakfast - Strengthening Leadership, Building Connections

On 12 June 2025, our Group CEO Gerald Van Wyk, hosted the seventh CEO Breakfast - a signature AfroCentric engagement designed to welcome newly appointed and promoted senior leaders into the organisation.

Held bi-annually since its inception in 2022, the CEO Breakfast plays a vital role in integrating leadership into our culture, vision and strategy. It's not just a welcome, it's a warm and meaningful connection with top leadership, designed to:

● Enhance retention and engagement
● Support cultural assimilation
● Facilitate leadership integration
● Foster executive visibility
● Encourage network building


At this session, 21 senior leaders joined Gerald and Julia Dyssell: Acting Executive Director: Human Capital and Transformation in an open, collaborative space to reflect, ask questions and align around our shared purpose.

With 54 leaders welcomed through this initiative to date, the CEO Breakfast continues to create powerful onboarding moments that ensure every AfroCitizen feels connected and equipped to lead Healthier Together with confidence.

As we grow, we grow together.

Address

Fairland

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when AfroCentric Group posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Share