ABOUT THE PALS INITIATIVE
PALS (Partners in Agri Land Solutions) is a private sector initiative by farmers in cooperation with the community. Originally launched in 2015 in Ceres the PALS initiative has since extended nationally with several PALS enterprises implemented in other areas and PALS centres envisaged for each province and region.
The PALS framework represents a radical departure from past land-reform models and is based on sound business principles, solid legal structures, mentorship and training of emerging black farmers to become successful commercial farmers. The unique PALS framework ensures that issues of sustainability, mistrust, unequal relationships and the exit strategy is addressed.
The PALS centre operates as “one-stop shop” and facilitates enablers, implement development enterprises and coordinate and monitor all aspects pertaining to training, mentorship and sustainability of new enterprises.
VISION, MISSION & VALUES
Vision
Peaceful, prosperous and inclusive rural communities with sustainable structured agricultural development
Mission
To initiate, facilitate, coordinate and promote reform of agri land ownership, economic growth, job creation and social harmony based on the Partners in Agri Land Solutions (PALS) framework.
Values
Integrity | Honesty | Respect | Trust | Transparency | Commitment | Accountability
SA PALS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr Yolize Pakela Jezile

Pieter du Toit

Piet Potgieter

Heinrich Jantjies

Dr Agnes Setai

Leon Doyer

Joyene Isaacs
THE PALS TEAM

Gerrit Van Vuuren
Strategic Advisor

Reinette Van Staden
Legal Advisor

Yongama Femele
Liaison

Angelique Le Roux
Legal Assistant
Adri Fourie – Administration

Charl Bester
Water

Claus Riding
Subdivisions

Kobus Engelbrecht
Electricity

Chemus Taljaard
Tax

Lennox Plaatjies
Training

Reinette Van Staden
Enterprise Implementation

Elsa Frylinck
BEE

Prof. Nick Vink
National Development Plan