Johannesburg, South Africa – Zensar Technologies, a leading global experience engineering and technology solutions company and part of the RPG Group, has been officially recognised as a Proudly South African member, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to local skills development, job creation, and inclusive economic growth in South Africa.
At the Proudly South African Buy Local Summit & Expo held recently, Zensar was awarded a localisation certificate in recognition of its sustainable efforts to empower local communities through targeted training, employment initiatives, and socio-economic development programmes. This milestone highlights Zensar’s deep-rooted presence in South Africa since 2001, and its strategic focus on building future-ready talent aligned with Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) needs.
Kaushik Chatterjee, SVP and Head: Africa, Zensar Technologies, said: “Being recognised as a Proudly South African member is a significant milestone in our journey of over two decades in the country. At Zensar, we believe that true growth is rooted in empowering local communities and building sustainable talent pipelines. Our continued investments in skills development, partnerships, and inclusive hiring reflect our commitment to South Africa’s socio-economic progress and its readiness for the digital future.”
Eustace Mashimbye, CEO of Proudly South African, said: “Proudly South African recognised Zensar with a localisation certificate at the Buy Local Summit & Expo, acknowledging the company’s commitment to supporting local economic growth through its operations and procurement practices. This recognition reflects the important role forward-thinking businesses play in strengthening South Africa’s productive capacity, creating jobs, and driving more inclusive participation across value chains. Zensar’s approach demonstrates that localisation is not only a strategic imperative for the country, but also a commercially sound and sustainable business practice.”
Zensar’s impact in South Africa is reflected through its robust skills development initiatives, having trained over 1,000 interns across the country, including dedicated programmes supporting individuals living with disabilities. The company actively collaborates with reputed non-profit organisations to provide access to education and technology training for young South Africans, helping to bridge the digital skills gap.
With established operations in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban, Zensar continues to invest in nurturing local talent and strengthening the country’s technology ecosystem. The company has also been consistently recognised as a Top Employer in South Africa, for the last 5 years, including the latest recognition in 2026, for its progressive HR practices and inclusive workplace culture.
Zensar aligns its business strategy with South Africa’s broader economic priorities, contributing to job creation, skills enhancement, and increased participation in the digital economy.
