McCain launches the best thing since sliced potatoes - Crispers! The humble potato is a traditional staple on South African plates… as a side… now it's the main event.

McCain’s Farm of the Future Africa will focus on utilising state-of-the-art sustainable agriculture practices to help the business successfully combat the effects of climate change. 

We have some sizzling news to share! McCain South Africa has once again been recognised as a Top Employer by the renowned Top Employers Institute – the global authority on recognising excellence in people practices.

In a resounding victory, McCain has emerged triumphant in two Ask Afrika Icon Brands™ food categories - Frozen Potato Products and Chips and Frozen Vegetables.

Following World Environment Day, we are officially launching Sustainability Week, where we will be taking a look at our sustainability commitments as well as our achievements to date.

As part of McCain's "Chips In" volunteering programme, and in celebration of Mandela Day,  employees in Marble Hall have fulfilled a simple, yet impactful wish - more desks for Esther Maleka Comprehensive School, a local community school.

McCain South Africa has joined forces with non-profit organisation, Reel Life, to implement an ambitious agricultural skills development project, aimed at bolstering long-term food security for underserved communities.

Our 2023 Global Sustainability Summary Report is here!  We are pleased to share the strides we have made in smart and sustainable agriculture, resource-efficient operations, community empowerment and good food.

Recently hosted at The Ground Venue in Muldersdrift, the "Feast of Purpose" event gathered key stakeholders from across the agricultural value chain. Collaboratively, they explored practical strategies targeted at mitigating food waste, with the imperative of achieving 'zero waste to landfill' standing as a pivotal sustainability objective for McCain.

There is no doubt that regenerative agriculture is gaining momentum globally with increasing awareness and adoption of smart and sustainable practices across various agricultural sectors. So, what does the future hold, and what could this mean for food security? Here are four trends currently shaping the space…

McCain South Africa has partnered with the non-profit organization Reel Life to launch an ambitious agricultural skills development project in Delmas, aimed at enhancing long-term food security for underserved communities. This initiative provides participants with the tools and training to establish sustainable household food gardens, empowering them to achieve self-sufficiency and inspiring some to become successful agri-preneurs.…

Volunteering is an active expression of our family values, and an important way to give back and make a positive impact in the communities where we operate. Our McCain Chips In global programme allows every employee to take one paid day off each year to participate in a volunteering event.

Family time is everything - South African McCainers recently came together for the company's regular Imbizo to review F23's performance and celebrate a successful F24 Q1. 

From a fresh graduate with aspirations, to a seasoned leader overseeing the Delmas plant, Pumeza Nkala’s story is one of tenacity, growth, and a firm commitment to McCain's core values.

At McCain South Africa, our unwavering commitment to innovation, excellence and customer-centric values has been celebrated with a significant achievement.