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Volkswagen Group Africa completes second phase of solar panel project

Volkswagen Group Africa completes second phase of solar panel project

Jan, 13 2026, 22:06

The newly installed 3 582 solar panels (each 585W) are projected to generate approximately 2 699 MWh of clean energy.
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Volkswagen Group Africa appoints new Human Resources Director

Volkswagen Group Africa appoints new Human Resources Director

Nov, 04 2025, 15:04

Satish Ranchod the new Human Resources Director at Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) effective 1 November 2025.
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VWGA Plant Kariega celebrates a strong year as the home of Polo

VWGA Plant Kariega celebrates a strong year as the home of Polo

Jul, 21 2025, 15:27

From record production volumes to strong export performance, Volkswagen Group Africa’s (VWGA) first year as the Home of Polo has been a year of achievement.
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Volkswagen Group Africa employee honoured as best apprentice

Volkswagen Group Africa employee honoured as best apprentice

Jul, 02 2025, 15:34

“His success is a reminder that growth has no age limit - and that investing in people is investing in progress.”
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Plant Kariega enters next phase of preparing for A0 SUV Entry production

Plant Kariega enters next phase of preparing for A0 SUV Entry production

May, 27 2025, 23:50

Following four weeks of work done at Plant Kariega to upgrade its production facilities, Volkswagen Group Africa has embarked on the next phase of its preparations for the third model it will build from 2027.
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Simphiwe Nghona new Sales and Marketing Director, Volkswagen Group Africa

Simphiwe Nghona new Sales and Marketing Director, Volkswagen Group Africa

May, 15 2025, 17:35

Volkswagen Group Africa is pleased to announce the appointment of Simphiwe Nghona as Sales and Marketing Director,
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Volkswagen Group Africa takes over retail operations of Ducati in South Africa

Volkswagen Group Africa takes over retail operations of Ducati in South Africa

Feb, 05 2025, 21:40

Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has officially taken over the local retail operations of the Ducati Brand in South Africa,
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2024 a strong year for exports for Volkswagen Group Africa

2024 a strong year for exports for Volkswagen Group Africa

Feb, 05 2025, 21:36

Volkswagen Group Africa also ended last year with its best-ever performance in terms of export.
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Volkswagen Group Africa recognised as a Top Employer for the 14th year in a row

Volkswagen Group Africa recognised as a Top Employer for the 14th year in a row

Jan, 22 2025, 15:18

VWGA has received this accolade every year since 2011 from the Top Employers Institute.
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Volkswagen’s Plant Kariega ends 2024 with a production record

Volkswagen’s Plant Kariega ends 2024 with a production record

Dec, 18 2024, 22:23

Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has concluded 2024 on a high note, by celebrating its all-time production record of 167 084 vehicles.
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Volkswagen Group Africa commissions additional solar panels at Kariega plant

Volkswagen Group Africa commissions additional solar panels at Kariega plant

Nov, 22 2024, 10:37

Volkswagen Group Africa announces the start of operations of a multifunctional facility in Africa

Volkswagen Group Africa announces the start of operations of a multifunctional facility in Africa

Nov, 01 2024, 08:18

VW Group Africa - Water conservation awareness is key to sustainability

VW Group Africa - Water conservation awareness is key to sustainability

Aug, 30 2024, 00:54

Volkswagen enhances technical learning experience at Kariega high school

Volkswagen enhances technical learning experience at Kariega high school

May, 21 2024, 16:25

Volkswagen Group Africa emphasises commitment to renewable energy

Volkswagen Group Africa emphasises commitment to renewable energy

May, 16 2024, 18:45

Driving forward - innovations transforming the future of transportation

Driving forward - innovations transforming the future of transportation

Apr, 26 2024, 12:29

Volkswagen announces R4 billion investment in Kariega plant

Volkswagen announces R4 billion investment in Kariega plant

Apr, 22 2024, 13:11

Volkswagen AutoPavilion marks 20 years of celebrating heritage

Volkswagen AutoPavilion marks 20 years of celebrating heritage

Mar, 20 2024, 11:29

Volkswagen Group Africa unveils new airbag deployment centre

Volkswagen Group Africa unveils new airbag deployment centre

Mar, 05 2024, 18:24

Volkswagen builds 1,5-millionth export vehicle

Volkswagen builds 1,5-millionth export vehicle

Feb, 21 2024, 14:00