Manufacturing Magazine November 2015 | Page 56

BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO - SA

“ More than 77 percent of employees are from previously disadvantaged population groups and BATSA is Certified as a Top Employer in South Africa for 2015 and achieved the much coveted level 3 BBBEE compliance .”

– Seyi Adeyemo Head of Supply Chain SAA
The company ’ s CSR operations in its region are well-esta
On top of having to compete with other tobacco producers , BAT has to deal with all the challenges associated with the illicit tobacco trade , as well as government regulation that is sometimes inconsistent across different markets . Adeyemo was confident that the company ’ s competitive position enabled it to not only conquer these challenges but also to be in a position to work with governments to defeat the illicit trade .
The company ’ s CSR operations in its region are well-established and have received international acclaim , with focus on empowerment , sustainable agriculture and civic life . More than 77 percent of employees are from previously disadvantaged population
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