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Calvin & Family Group

Our company

Calvin and Family Group is a holding company established 2005, it has diverse range of subsidiaries; all striving to provide innovative service solution and product to meet the unique and dynamic needs of our customers in our society. Across all the subsidiaries in the Calvin and Family Group portfolio, we continually strive for excellence.

We remain true to the same principles on which our company was founded on over the years: creating opportunities for our people and delivering exceptional work, for our success shall remain a service to our people. Our aim is to grow our brands all of our companies to become industry leaders across the African continent.

Our values
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CALVIN MATHIBELI

GROUP CHAIRPERSON

Mr. Calvin Mathibeli former garden boy, is the founder of Calvin and Family Group (CFG), is a self-made man who started out as a cell phone repairer, in order to cover the cost of his studies. He studied Diploma in Taxation and Accounting at the Durban University of Technology in 2006.

By this time his development and construction company CFG was in full operation after opening its doors in 2005; specializing in residential development.

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Simangele Mathibeli

CEO

Simangele “Sma” Mathibeli is an award-winning South African entrepreneur and Group  Chief Executive Officer of Calvin and Family Group, a diversified holding company with  interests in communications, security services, agriculture, logistics, hospitality, and events  management. 

Born and raised in Soweto, Sma has built a distinguished career grounded in resilience,  innovation, and purpose-driven leadership. She began her professional journey in broadcast  media as a radio and television content producer before transitioning into entrepreneurship in  2011. Since then, she has successfully developed and scaled multiple businesses that deliver  both commercial value and measurable social impact.

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Awards

OLIVER TOP EMPOWERMENT

GAME CHANGER

ENTREPRENEUR OF CHANGE

Henessy

Businessman of the year

MOST PROMISING

TOP 30 MOST PROMISING YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS OF 2017

Businessfit KZN

top entrepreneur award 2017

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CALVIN MATHIBELI

GROUP CHAIRPERSON

Mr. Calvin Mathibeli is the Group Chairman and Director of Calvin and Family Group, an  award-winning entrepreneur and visionary leader with over 20 years of experience in  building and managing successful businesses across multiple sectors. 

Rising from humble beginnings, Mr. Mathibeli has grown Calvin and Family Group into a  respected and diversified enterprise through strategic thinking, innovation, and an  unwavering commitment to excellence. His leadership is rooted in integrity, resilience, and a  deep passion for empowering communities and creating sustainable economic opportunities. 

As a detail-oriented and forward-thinking founder, he is known for his out-of-the-box  approach to business development and organisational growth. His ability to identify  opportunities, develop strong teams, and execute long-term strategies has positioned the  Group as a trusted partner to both public and private sector stakeholders. 

Mr. Mathibeli’s contribution to entrepreneurship and nation-building has been recognised  through numerous prestigious national and international awards. These accolades reflect his  dedication to enterprise development, job creation, and inclusive economic growth. 

He holds strong academic and professional qualifications in financial accounting, local  economic development, project management, strategic leadership, and security management.  His commitment to continuous learning ensures that the organisation remains adaptive,  competitive, and future-focused. 

Beyond business success, Mr. Mathibeli remains deeply committed to social responsibility,  youth development, and mentorship. Through his leadership, Calvin and Family Group  continues to drive positive change, promote ethical business practices, and build lasting value  for clients, partners, and communities. 

Guided by a clear vision and strong values, Mr. Calvin Mathibeli continues to lead the Group  with purpose, innovation, and excellence, shaping a legacy of sustainable growth and  meaningful impact.

Simangele Mathibeli

CEO

Simangele “Sma” Mathibeli is an award-winning South African entrepreneur and Group  Chief Executive Officer of Calvin and Family Group, a diversified holding company with  interests in communications, security services, agriculture, logistics, hospitality, and events  management. 

Born and raised in Soweto, Sma has built a distinguished career grounded in resilience,  innovation, and purpose-driven leadership. She began her professional journey in broadcast  media as a radio and television content producer before transitioning into entrepreneurship in  2011. Since then, she has successfully developed and scaled multiple businesses that deliver  both commercial value and measurable social impact.

As Group CEO, she leads a multi-entity organisation employing over 5000 people nationwide  and servicing major public and private sector clients. Her leadership approach combines  strategic execution, people development, and sustainable growth, with a strong focus on  governance, operational excellence, and inclusive enterprise development. 

Sma is widely recognised for her commitment to practical empowerment, particularly in  advancing women and youth into leadership and economic participation. Through her  corporate platforms and community initiatives, including CFG Cares Foundation, she actively  promotes education, skills development, and local supplier growth. 

She is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and holds postgraduate  and undergraduate qualifications in business and media studies. Her professional  achievements have been acknowledged through prestigious industry awards and national recognition. 

A respected thought leader, Sma regularly engages corporate, government, and community  audiences on leadership, entrepreneurship, and transformation. She remains open to strategic  partnerships, board appointments, speaking engagements, and investment collaborations that  align with her vision of building resilient, globally competitive African enterprises.