1. control – from electricity consumption to
water usage – and used those numbers
as a baseline. Since then, actions have
been taken across the board to minimise
environmental impact – efforts that have
been very effective.
What does it entail?
This process is a continuous effort towards
sustainability.
w Sun City has promised not to impede on
the nearby Pilanesberg National Park,
preserving the space for wildlife.
w Recycling, recycling, recycling.
w Water usage is being optimised. In 2014,
22% less water was used than the
previous year.
Guests who are environmentally aware
are assured of the resort’s conscious
efforts to reduce its impact on the
surroundings. Environmental responsibility
means more visits. w
What is ISO 14001?
ISO, short for the International
Standardisation Organisation, is the
world’s largest developer of voluntary
international standards that decide whether
services, products and systems provided by
companies around the world meet global
standards.
ISO 14001 is a framework to identify and
control a company’s environmental impact
and allow it to constantly improve its
performance. It offers guidelines about what
can be changed to improve those systems.
What are the benefits?
ISO 14001 assures employees, visitors and
surrounding communities that Sun City is
doing its best to minimise the impact on the
environment through certified management
systems. Sun International started this
initiative in 2013 by producing a detailed
impact report of things that they could
Environmental sustainability is vital for survival and we’ve been doing something
about it. Sun City recently joined the ranks of ISO 14001 certified resorts, an
accreditation awarded by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS).
To remain sustainable, a business must
always be mindful of the environment in which it
operates, as it becomes increasingly evident that
the planet has limited resources.
– Danie Boshoff, Environmental Manager, Sun City
GREEN PROOF … A proud Danie Boshoff,
Environmental Manager, Sun City, with the
accreditation certificate confirming the resort’s
environmental efforts.
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ISO 14001 proves Sun City
is environmentally friendly

2. The best time
to plant a tree
There is a Chinese proverb that says, “The best time
to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is
now.” South Africa’s tree population received a huge
boost when enthusiastic employees rolled up their
sleeves and planted trees all over the country during
National Arbour Week.
DIGGING IN … Happily getting their hands dirty are
(1) Maintenance Department’s David Disolwane and
Hendry Mathebula; (2) Jacob Mahlaule (in the reflector
vest) assisting Brian Kgobe, Mduduzi Mbhense and
Ricardo Swartz from the Surveillance Department;
(3) Mxolisi Sukantaka and Themba Fakude,
representing Slots; (4) Thuso Masilo and Isaac
Phakathi from the Security Department; (5) Deckstar
Nkuna from Bidvest Landscaping and Robert Mabala
planting for the Operations Department; and (6) Lucky
Mazibuko and Bongani Masina planting on behalf of
Slots Technicians.
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3. ONE TREE AT A TIME … From left are Romano Franke,
Environmental Officer; Akhona Ndegani, Surveillance
Auditor; Anton Engelbrecht, Surveillance Manager; Carlo
Johannes, Surveillance Shift Manager; Samuel Wiese,
C-Bar Supervisor; and Jacobus Carlos, Grounds Man
(front).
GOLDEN VALLEY
A ‘THANK YOU’ GOT THEM MORE TREES … A
school to which Sibaya donated ten indigenous
trees, were so thankful that our warm-hearted
people decided to donate 20 more trees. “As
an underprivileged school any donations are
welcomed with open arms. We are ever grateful
to Sibaya,“ said M. Harricand, Principle of Strelitzia
Secondary School. Pictured are A.M Sheik, Cheryl-
Ann Dean, HR Consultant; N. Premchand and
Solomon Khumalo, Health Safety Manager.
SIBAYA
TEAMWORK … Arbour Day was celebrated at
a local primary school where 1200 pens were
donated and the children treated to cold drinks.
Planting one of the five trees donated by Odi
Water Services, are Hazel Makwela, Gaming
Co-ordinator; Thato Leso, HR Intern; Charmaine
Swafo, Security Surveillance Administrator;
and Patrick Seatlholo, Operations Duty Manager.
MORULA
WELCOME TO THE MINION NURSERY
… This cute Minion plant pot made
from rubber tyres invited guests and
staff to take a plant home and celebrate
Arbour Day. A total of 400 indigenous
and fruit trees were handed out. Insert:
Simon Mahoko, Cleaner, with the Golden
Delicious apple tree he was going to
plant at home.
TREES ARE IMPORTANT … Danie Boshoff, Environmental Manager, addresses learners at
the Itumeleng Secondary School about the benefits of planting trees. Sun City partnered with
Wesizwe Mine and Bakubung Ba-Ratheo Traditional Authority and donated 15 indigenous trees
to the school and the local Moses Kotane Hospital.
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