About Us

Company profile

United African Trading Network (UATN) is a privately owned FMCG, marketing and distribution Company that operates in six of the nine provinces across South Africa. We also have access to the remaining three provinces through similar privately owned Company’s.

Our core business is the marketing and distribution of cigarette products through the entire supply chain and includes Warehousing, Wholesale, Chainstores and Retail outlets.

We have a dedicated management team that manages all aspects of the supply chain. We also have an extremely well motivated sales force, which are capable of marketing and distributing a large variety of FMCG products within their assigned geographical areas.

UATN also has access to secure warehousing facilities that will ensure peace of mind to all manufactures utilising our distribution and marketing network.

Vision

To provide efficient and effective distribution, marketing and warehouse solutions to manufactures and suppliers in the South African market. To identify opportunities for growth for both our stakeholders and our employees in a mutually beneficial manner. To conduct our business with integrity, respect and a professionalism to the benefit of all within the organisation.

Mission

To offer Companies excellent service through a well established network of employees, market knowledge, warehousing facilities and strong customer base in a profitable and professional manner.

Value

To demonstrate a passion and desire to succeed in all aspects of our business by offering the best solutions and service to all stakeholders and employees. To meet each challenge head on and to overcome any obstacle in our market environment.here

History

The South African operation started in 1991 under the name Mastermind Tobacco. Mastermind Tobacco is privately owned and operates in 36 countries. They are the second largest cigarette manufacturer on the African continent. They were the manufacturers, distributors and marketers of Forum and Yes cigarettes. ...click here for more