The
12Th Edition - Friday , 2 October 2026
BLACKMAGiC Newsletter
HE THOUGHT IT WAS A FIRE DRIL But there was a birthday surprise waiting on the other side.
716 BATTERIES AND COUNTING WHEN THE PRESSURE WAS ON, BMT DELIVERED
ONE TEAM. ONE STANDARD. ONE DIRECTION. ONE TEAM. ONE STANDARD. ONE DIRECTION. BLACKMAGiC Logistics PE Moving Progress Forward.
1K AND COUNTING!
ISBN 9 5 780 0600 2026
BLACKMAGiC Group hits 1,000 LinkedIn followers as our digital community continues to grow.
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EDITOR’S NOTE
We are publishing the Twelfth issue of our newsletters. Conducting a little reading, we learnt that the number 12 is considered symbolic and culturally significant across various traditions. When it comes to trade, the number makes it easier to pack things into a third, quarter, half, and even a dozen. In religion, the Hebrew Bible and Christianity feature 12 sons of Jacob who formed the 12 tribes of Israel, alongside 12 apostles. Tracking civilizations, Babylonians divided day and night into 12-hour cycles, leading to our modern 24-hour day. The number 12 is strongly associated with the heavens — the 12 months, the 12 signs of the zodiac, and the 12 stations of the Moon and of the Sun. The ancients recognized 12 main northern stars and 12 main southern stars. In terms of newsletters, we have reached a symbolic The BLACKMAGiC Newsletter: 12th Issue Published. Every issue is unique as each captures stories, and perspectives at a new point in time. We hope you enjoy reading this issue. In this issue we are firstly recognising the difficult economic times in South Africa and beyond. Due to the turmoil in the international markets, particularly crude oil price due to the Middle East conflicts. Higher global crude costs raise domestic petrol and diesel prices at the pumps, which lead to producer pressures as shown by increased transport and fertilizer expenses that drive up final manufactured goods and food prices. Over 80% of South Africa's freight moves by road, which means the logistics sector is impacted when global crude spikes. In September, the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) responded by unanimously raising interest rates by 25 basis points. The increase in interest rates are aimed at combating the rising inflationary pressures that have resulted from volatile global oil and energy prices. Tough times are ahead for logistics companies and consumers alike, calling on all of us to buckle up. Not everything is all gloom, in true form the magicians have kept their chins up and still celebrated the Heritage Day. Not only did the magicians showcase their diversity through garments, but they came out to play and enjoyed our indigenous games like Umlabalaba, Cards ‘crazy 8’, draughts, and skipping games. Please let us bring this BOLD and infectious attitude to our once a month networking sessions. We also continue to thank our Magicians for taking those small but consistent steps that keep our business moving forward and working towards being unstoppable.
For this 12th edition, marketing would like to thank all contributions that made this edition possible. Enjoy The BLACKMAGiC Newsletter: 12th Edition published.
From Diketo to Morabaraba: We Took It Back! HERITAGE DAY: TAKING IT BACK
A BIRTHDAY SURPRISE FOR MR PAUL PHUME
On 23 September 2026, Magicians came together for a Lunch Hour of Fun celebrating Heritage Day through culture, childhood games and connection. Magicians were encouraged to wear traditional attire and bring along childhood or traditional games such as Diketo, Morabaraba, Kgati, Three Sticks, Marbles and Five Stones.
DRESS LIKE A COLLEAGUE DAY
The celebrations continued as we
The celebration was a chance to
marked Mr Paul Phume’s birthday
step away from our screens,
with a surprise that he certainly did
reconnect with the games we
not see coming!
grew up playing and share these
In true BLACKMAGiC fashion, a
memories with colleagues.
surprise fire drill became the perfect
Different cultures. Different childhoods. One team.
opportunity to gather the Magicians The Magicians brought some fun and
and present Mr Phume with his
creativity to the workplace with Dress
birthday gift.
Like a Colleague Day, giving everyone the opportunity to step into someone
What started as an unexpected
else’s shoes for the day.
evacuation quickly turned into a
From familiar looks to playful interpretations, the day had everyone laughing, connecting and seeing their colleagues from a different perspective.
memorable birthday moment, filled with smiles, laughter and appreciation. Happy Birthday, Mr Phume! From all
It was a simple reminder that building a
of us at BLACKMAGiC Group, we
strong workplace culture is also about
wish you another year of growth,
creating moments to have fun together.
success and continued impact. Thank you for your leadership and for being part of the
LPSG: Going Beyond the Call of Duty
PIETER, THANK YOU FOR GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY.
On Wednesday evening at the airport in Gqeberha, LPS Security’s Pieter Pretorius found himself in a situation where every second mattered. When he noticed a passenger choking and struggling to breathe, Pieter immediately stepped in to assist. Despite the passenger being significantly larger than him, Pieter remained calm and performed the Heimlich manoeuvre four times, successfully clearing the passenger’s airway and allowing him to breathe again. It was a powerful demonstration of quick thinking, courage and vigilance in action. Pieter’s response went beyond the call of duty. His actions reflect the responsibility that comes with working in security: being alert to your surroundings, taking initiative and stepping forward when someone is in need. As a member of LPS Security and the BLACKMAGiC Group, Pieter represented our values of Safety First, Integrity and Excellence in a truly meaningful way. Thank you, Pieter, for taking action when it mattered most. Your courage and diligence are an exemplary reflection of the standard we strive for at LPSG. We are proud to have you as part of the BLACKMAGiC family.
TECH A major milestone for BLACKMAGiC Tech!
BMT DELIVERS BIGGEST ORDER YET: 716 BATTERIES AND COUNTING A major milestone for BLACKMAGiC Tech! On Tuesday, BMT received its latest battery order from China. The team had been anticipating a 40-day delay, but the batteries arrived earlier than expected, allowing BMT to move quickly and deliver the order the very next day. The team has now successfully delivered 716 batteries in record time, marking BMT’s biggest order to date. From receiving the stock to getting it delivered, this milestone reflects the team's ability to respond, adapt and deliver under pressure. 716 delivered. Biggest order yet. Another milestone achieved.
TECH 716 BATTERIES AND COUNTING
BML PE: PEOPLE, PROGRESS & PERFORMANCE SAFETY IN ACTION: BML PE SAFETY IN ACTION AT THE RAIL SIDING EEPS THE CONVERSATION GOING
BUILDING UNDERSTANDING THROUGH HR TRAINING
WELCOME TO THE TEAM, KHANYA!
The BML PE team continues to put safety first through regular VFL engagements. The team conducted a MANCO VFL engagement at the Rail Siding, alongside operational activities involving the offloading of a train. These engagements reinforce the importance of safe practices and active leadership on site.
BML PE welcomed Miss Khanya Sineke, who has joined the team as the new IT Assistant. We are excited to have her on board and look forward to her contribution to the team.
On 15 September 2026, the BML PE team participated in an HR Policies Training Session led by HR Manager, Mrs. Nosipho Diniso-Mtintsilana. The session covered key areas including the Code of Conduct, Table of Offences, Leave, BCEA and NBC, helping employees strengthen their understanding of important workplace policies and responsibilities.
Management team hold their VFL engagement every Friday morning.
Promotions and Celebration
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CELEBRATING GROWTH THROUGH PROMOTIONS
BML FC SECURES A 3-2 VICTORY!
BML PE is also celebrating the
It was a hard-fought battle on 27 September, with BML FC securing a 3-2 win against
growth and progression of two
Volpes. The result reflects the team's determination, teamwork and competitive
team members:
spirit both on and off the field.
Avuya Mfamana | Junior Project Administrator Avuya has progressed from Intern to Receptionist and now Junior Project Administrator, demonstrating a journey of growth and development within the business. Anelisa Ngavu | Road-Haul Administrator Anelisa has been promoted from Junior Administrator to RoadHaul Administrator. She also began her journey with BLACKMAGiC as an Intern, making this promotion another meaningful milestone in her career. These journeys are a reminder that growth happens when opportunity meets dedication, learning and hard work.
BML FC Secure 3 points!!
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