Since its inception, International Meat Quality Assurance Services (IMQAS) has operated in the South African meat industry, supplying abattoirs with qualified, skilled meat inspection and classification personnel. In 2018, IMQAS made a strategic move that championed South Africa’s transformation agenda by partnering with Intombazane as a shareholder.
A Partnership Rooted in Transformation
Intombazane, a Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) partner, became an 18% shareholder in IMQAS, with black women representing the entirety of this ownership. This collaboration allowed IMQAS to maintain its BEE Level 1 compliance while also staying true to its values of inclusivity and transformation.
This partnership is more than a business decision; it’s a purpose-driven mission that underscores the importance of empowerment in fostering sustainable growth and equity.
Breaking Barriers, Building Futures
IMQAS and Intombazane have achieved measurable success in both financial performance and societal impact. IMQAS has consistently delivered dividends to Intombazane, showcasing the financial viability of purpose-driven business decisions.
At the same time, the partnership has created opportunities for underrepresented groups in the agricultural sector, advancing the transformation agenda and inspiring similar efforts across industries.
A Blueprint for Empowerment
With Intombazane’s unwavering commitment and IMQAS’s operational expertise, this partnership serves as a benchmark for how businesses can align profitability with social impact. By investing in the development of young black women, they are shaping a future defined by equality and opportunity.
As South Africa continues its journey toward transformation, partnerships like this show how purpose-driven collaborations can achieve economic growth while addressing critical societal challenges.
To learn more about how you can turn B-BBEE into a strategic advantage for your business, visit: https://www.Intombazane.org.za