By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
Ericsson
South Africa has been certified as a Top Employer for the second year in a row,
a recognition that underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to building an
inclusive, supportive, and high-performing workplace within the
telecommunications industry.
The
certification highlights Ericsson South Africa’s people-focused culture, where
employees are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to
the organisation’s success. According to the company, the recognition reflects
sustained efforts to foster an environment built on collaboration, innovation,
and opportunity.
Majda
Lahlou Kassi, President of Ericsson West and Southern Africa, commended the
South Africa team for the achievement, describing it as a testament to the
collective commitment and passion of employees across the organisation. She
noted that the consistent recognition reinforces Ericsson’s focus on inclusion
and continuous development, while strengthening its position as an employer of
choice in the country.
Ericsson
stated that creating a workplace where people feel supported and included
remains central to its operations. The company continues to invest in
initiatives that promote employee wellbeing, skills development, and career
progression, aligned with the evolving needs of the workforce and the
fast-changing telecommunications sector.
The
Top Employer certification is awarded following a rigorous assessment of people
practices, including talent development, diversity and inclusion, leadership,
and workplace culture. For Ericsson South Africa, the consecutive recognition
reflects the sustainability of these practices and their impact on employee
engagement.
The
company reaffirmed its commitment to further strengthening its organisational
culture, with a focus on building future-ready skills and empowering employees
to drive innovation across its operations in South Africa.
