Written by: Gerda Potgieter
Article source: Supplied
aQuellé recently received another award for community improvement. In July, the multi-award-winning bottled water brand, aQuellé, received the KZN Top Business Award. The award encompasses a diverse range of sectors. aQuellé was nominated for and won the Community Upliftment and Improvement category, which recognises businesses and social enterprises that have made a significant contribution to community development and social change. The award is Kwazulu-Natal’s leading business recognition platform, initiated by Standard Bank and the Women of Africa Group, in collaboration with East Coast Radio.
aQuellé – Emseni Bottling Plant
aQuellé was also nominated in the category for Renewable Efficiency Initiatives in Energy Supply, which recognises innovation in sustainability, clean energy, and environmentally responsible practices. Although the company did not win in this category, it did recently receive a prestigious award from Enlit Africa—the Energy Storage Project of the Year 2025. This was for the impressive solar installation at their bottling plant, which helps reduce CO2 emissions by 131 tons per month. This is equivalent to planting approximately 3,803 trees. In doing so, the solar system makes a positive contribution to the environment while providing high-quality water.
AQUELLé’S CONTRIBUTION
aQuellé’s commitment to uplifting communities is truly inspiring! In times of crisis – whether natural disasters or social unrest – they step in with essential aid, bringing hope through their water and food distribution projects. These humanitarian efforts act as safety nets, providing immediate relief and helping to alleviate hardship. Their programs not only address food insecurity but also promote health and social equity, making a real difference to people’s lives. A shining example of their impact was during the 2022 KZN floods, one of the most severe disasters in recent history. Despite significant challenges, aQuellé showed resilience and ingenuity, ensuring that aid reached the most vulnerable communities.
Their unwavering commitment is a beacon of hope! aQuellé inspires change through community cleanups, working with local authorities to bring teams together across the nation. Their efforts are truly remarkable, revitalising neglected areas and improving public spaces. This initiative not only has a positive environmental impact but also promotes social connections and drives economic growth. With over 80 successful cleanups across South Africa, they have established the most sustainable program of its kind. This impressive growth reflects their dedication and commitment to a brighter, cleaner future!
aQuellé employees wear blue on World Diabetes Day
Improving our communities truly enhances the quality of life! Clean streets and safe parks make our daily experiences richer and more enjoyable. When people feel safe and supported, it has a profound positive impact on their physical and mental well-being, paving the way for greater happiness. Let’s invest in our neighbourhoods together and watch joy flourish! aQuelle sponsors a wide range of sporting events nationwide. Through this participation, they promote a fun and healthy lifestyle. Some of the events they have sponsored include: aQuellé Forsyte Winter Classic (2025); FEI Cup qualifiers (horse jumping); aQuellé Midmar Mile; COSAFA Beach Soccer Tournament, ECR Big Walk (2024); Amazulu FC Classic Cycling Tour (2024); aQuellé River Mile (2024); Amashova Durban Classic Cycling (2024). 2. To celebrate its 25th anniversary, aQuellé installed a total of 25 water tanks in 25 needy communities in 2024. Each of the 25 donated water tanks holds 5,000 litres of water and is equipped with a tap, ensuring easy access to drinking water for community members.
Awareness serves as the crucial first step to meaningful change. aQuellé joined the diabetes campaign last year. Many members of the aQuellé family have seen firsthand the struggles and challenges that diabetes brings to their loved ones. Witnessing these hardships ignited a passion within the team to take action. They recognised the importance of not only raising awareness but also providing tangible support and value to those affected by diabetes. With heartfelt determination, the team dedicated itself to advancing understanding and inspiring a community committed to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals struggling with this condition.
Undoubtedly, aQuellé’s most significant contributions to communities are the Minister’s Conference held every two years and the biannual KwaSizabantu Youth Conference. The recent 102nd youth conference took place at the mission station, attracting over 8,000 young people who registered to attend and listen to the Gospel. The youth conference also led to the establishment of the CYPSA (Concerned Young People of South Africa) restoration program, which has helped more than 20,000 young people with addiction and other challenges over the years.
aQuellé means spring water, and by reaching out to communities in need, it connects spiritually to the living water simile found in the Bible. The work that the aQuellé teams are doing in the community is yet another explicit confirmation of the refreshing power of God’s presence in their work. The spring water was discovered and bottled on the premises of the KwaSizabantu Mission Station. The business entity that emerged from this discovery enables the Mission to undertake uplifting work in the community.
Read more about the uplifting work of aQuellé on the website, www.aquelle.co.za
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Date published: 29/07/2025
Feature image: aQuellé team visits SABC KZN on World Diabetes Day
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