S’Manga Khumalo rode his way into the history books by becoming the first jockey of colour to win the prestigous race on Heavy Metal in 2013.
A beacon of hope & support The Summerveld Training Centre, owned by Gold Circle, is situated about halfway between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, at Shongweni. The Centre provides all the necessary facilities, with about 1600 stables and grooms’ accommodation. The employment of grooms at the training centres remains the responsibility of the respective Trainers. Grooms form a close and important part of the local racing community and their health and welfare are imperative. To assist in managing their health, Gold Circle has procured the services of a medical practitioner, Dr. Baldeo since 2014. In 2019, Gold Circle in partnership with the Aurora Medical Group and the National Department of Health embarked on a community social development initiative to open a public healthcare facility at Summerveld. The clinic commenced activities since November 2020 and provides much
needed medical and health care services to the grooms, employees and the intention is to extend the services to the local surrounding communities. "The clinic will serve as a beacon of hope and support to the grooms and the local surrounding communities as it shall offer many high level services especially now due to the Covid-19 pandemic” says Michel Nairac.
Transformation Gold Circle, as a responsible corporate entity, has an approved Transformation strategy that is geared to achieving the objectives of Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment. Over the years, the company has implemented several initiatives, mainly industry based, which demonstrates a positive commitment to transformation throughout its business.
Gold Circle’s Chairperson, Dr. Phumla Mnganga and Corporate Services Executive, Veronica Jack.
Gender Empowerment Gold Circle is committed to making a positive contribution to individuals who have been previously disadvantaged. Employment Equity, gender empowerment and skills development remain high on the list of priorities that the company seeks to uphold. The company received an award as the Top Gender Empowered Company in South Africa in the Travel & Hospitality sector at the 16th Annual Standard Bank Top Women Awards and was also a finalist in the Skills Development category.
