ABOUT MAHISHA
More than events. A better way of doing business.
Your Vision, Our Mission
At Mahisha, we believe that the way we do business matters just as much as the services we deliver. Every event is an opportunity to make thoughtful choices — to work responsibly, support local enterprise, develop people and create a positive impact that extends beyond the event itself.
We have made environmental and social sustainability an integral part of the way Mahisha operates. Rather than treating sustainability as an initiative that sits alongside our business, we believe it should be woven into the decisions we make every day.
Wherever possible, our expenditure contributes to local economic growth, job creation and long-term social development. Because for us, responsible procurement isn’t simply about where something comes from. It’s about who benefits from the decision.
That is the kind of business Mahisha strives to be — responsible in the way we work, thoughtful in the choices we make, and committed to creating impact that lasts beyond the event.
WE DON'T JUST TALK THE TALK
Responsible by Design
Our systems and processes are developed around circular principles, considering not only environmental responsibility, but also the social and economic impact of our choices. From the people we employ to the suppliers we work with, we actively look for opportunities to create meaningful, lasting value.
Our procurement philosophy prioritises:
People
Employing staff in a socially conscious and responsible way.
Local Enterprise
Using local suppliers and service providers wherever possible.
South African Production
Choosing locally made products over imported alternatives.
Women-Led and Community-Based Initiatives
Supporting businesses and production networks that create opportunities within their communities.
Skills & Knowledge
Encouraging skills development, mentorship and knowledge transfer that can continue long after an event has ended.
WE DON'T JUST TALK THE TALK
Responsible by Design
Our systems and processes are developed around circular principles, considering not only environmental responsibility, but also the social and economic impact of our choices.
From the people we employ to the suppliers we work with, we actively look for opportunities to create meaningful, lasting value.
Our procurement philosophy prioritises:
- PeopleEmploying staff in a socially conscious and responsible way.
- Local EnterpriseUsing local suppliers and service providers wherever possible.
- South African ProductionChoosing locally made products over imported alternatives.
- Women-Led and Community-Based InitiativesSupporting businesses and production networks that create opportunities within their communities.
- Skills and KnowledgeEncouraging skills development, mentorship and knowledge transfer that can continue long after an event has ended.
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Making a Difference Beyond the Event
For Mahisha, corporate social responsibility is about contributing positively to society and supporting causes that matter.
One subject particularly close to our hearts is mental health.
Mental health remains a deeply misunderstood and, in many communities, difficult subject to talk about openly. The stigma surrounding mental illness can create isolation and make it harder for people and families to access the support they need.
That is why Mahisha supports the Friends of Valkenberg Trust, a non-profit organisation working alongside hospital staff at Valkenberg Psychiatric Hospital. The Trust plays an important role in promoting mental health, supporting the recovery of people living with serious mental illness and helping individuals take meaningful steps towards reintegration into society.
We are proud to support an organisation that recognises that recovery is not only about treatment — it is also about dignity, belonging, opportunity and community.