SIOC-CDT Receives Special Recognition at the Nedbank Oliver Top Empowerment Awards
The SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) is honoured to have received a Highly Commended Certificate of Recognition in the Top Empowered: Youth Development of the Year category at the 2026 Nedbank Oliver Top Empowerment Awards.
This recognition is particularly special as SIOC-CDT was the only organisation to receive a Highly Commended Certificate of Recognition at this year’s awards, highlighting the exceptional impact of our youth development initiatives and our contribution towards creating opportunities for young people in our beneficiary communities.
The Trust was also proud to be shortlisted as a finalist in four categories, namely:
- Socio-Economic Development Award of the Year
- Youth Development Award of the Year
- Job Creation Award of the Year
- Education and Skills Development Award of the Year
As a first-time participant in the Nedbank Oliver Top Empowerment Awards, which have celebrated transformation and empowerment excellence for more than 25 years, this recognition represents an important milestone in the history of SIOC-CDT.
The awards ceremony was attended by a delegation representing the Trust’s leadership and key stakeholders, including Executive Management led by CEO Ms Anita Loots, the Board of Trustees led by Chairperson Mr Llewellyn Delport, and representatives of our founder and donor, Kumba Iron Ore, led by the CEO Ms Nompumelelo Zikalala.
This achievement comes at a particularly meaningful time as SIOC-CDT prepares to celebrate 20 years of impact, trust, and building resilient communities later this year.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our beneficiary communities, Board of Trustees, employees, partners, Kumba Iron Ore, and all stakeholders who continue to support our vision. This recognition belongs to all of us and inspires us to continue creating opportunities and transforming lives for generations to come.