African Excellence Awards 2026 22 Best Macadamia Processing & Export Company 2026 South Africa is the world’s largest producer of macadamia nuts, accounting for over 30% of global supply. At the forefront of this globally leading industry is Tzamac, a macadamia processing facility leveraging the farming legacy of its founders to deliver premium macadamia products that provide opportunities to small-scale farmers, support local communities, and showcase the quality of South African agriculture on the global stage. As Tzamac is recognised in the African Excellence Awards 2026, we heard more from Sales, Marketing, and Business Development Manager Teri Willson. stablished in 1996 and built on generations of farming expertise, Tzamac is a leading macadamia processor and exporter located in the small agricultural town of Tzaneen in the Limpopo province of South Africa. For almost 30 years, Tzamac has produced premium macadamia nut products that are trusted and loved by consumers around the world, with the ultimate goal of being the first company that comes to mind whenever customers think of macadamias. Tzamac specialises in premium South African nut-in-shell macadamias, raw kernel, and macadamia oil. The company caters to international markets, bringing with it distinctive African-inspired branding and a strong focus on quality, traceability, and long-term partnerships. With these strong values, it aims to deliver premium products to the world, whilst also creating sustainable value for the communities it serves. At Tzamac, sustainability is about creating long-term value for customers, employees, growers, and its local community. “We’re committed to maximising the value of every macadamia we process,” Teri told us. “Through our macadamia oil range, and by supporting local artisans who create value-added macadamia products, we help create additional opportunities within the industry and encourage local entrepreneurship.” This commitment shines through in every aspect of Tzamac’s operations; the company strives to minimise wastage across its production process, utilising every part of the nut wherever possible. Any product considered to be unsuitable for human consumption is supplied to animal farmers, while the macadamia shells are repurposed as biofuel. In doing so, Tzamac plays a key role in reducing waste, supporting local businesses, and creating a more sustainable future for the South African macadamia industry. Tzamac has recently completed a number of projects in keeping with this approach, including the expansion of its premium macadamia oil range, the launch of its refreshed African-inspired brand identity, and the active promotion of South African macadamias across international markets. Now, its team is working closely with local artisans and small businesses that create value-added macadamia products, offering them key support through product promotion and marketing initiatives via its retail outlet and online platform. These efforts have been crucial to strengthening demand for South African macadamias, in turn encouraging local value addition and creating essential economic opportunities for small businesses and local entrepreneurs. By building a stronger market awareness whilst supporting local enterprises, Tzamac is contributing directly to export growth, job creation, and the long-term sustainability of the South African macadamia industry. Now, Tzamac’s focus for the year ahead is to continue growing its position as a trusted supplier of premium South African macadamias, whilst also expanding market access for South African growers in key international markets. It will grow its macadamia oil range whilst further developing its retail and online platforms, in order to support local artisans and entrepreneurs. The team remains committed to building the Tzamac brand into a trusted name recognised worldwide for its quality, reliability, and exceptional customer service. “Looking ahead, our goal is to create a diversified agricultural business that adds value throughout the supply chain, creates employment opportunities, and contributes to the long-term growth and sustainability of South African agriculture,” Teri concluded. “We are continuously exploring opportunities to invest in our infrastructure, capabilities, and people to ensure Tzamac remains well-positioned for future growth.” Contact: Teri Willson Company: Tzamac Web Address: www.tzamac.co.za E
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