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International Day of Forests | Forests & Food
Each year, the International Day of Forests highlights the crucial role forests play in sustaining life on Earth.


Feb 123 min read
MTO Group Celebrates 20 Years of Sustainable Forestry & Growth
2025 marks a significant milestone for MTO Group—20 years since we signed our lease agreement with the government of South Africa.


Jan 82 min read
MTO Research Team Takes Tree Climbing Training to New Heights
Discover how MTO's research team enhances forestry innovation with expert tree climbing training, ensuring safety and precision in forestry.


Nov 26, 20242 min read
Luxury Design Meets a Sustainable Solution with Thermally Modified Wood Decking
Explore the elegance of thermally modified wood decking luxury design meets sustainability.


Nov 6, 20242 min read
Empowering the Next Generation: MTO Hosts Tsitsikamma Career Day
MTO Group’s Tsitsikamma Career Day inspired learners with real-world career insights. Learn more about our commitment to youth development.


Oct 31, 20242 min read
The Essential Role of the MTO Maintenance Team in Timber Manufacturing
At MTO, we take pride in our dynamic, diversified, and innovative Maintenance Team


Oct 16, 20242 min read
World Food Day 2024: MTO's Commitment to Food Security and Sustainability
MTO Group's food security programme empowers communities with sustainable food gardens, fighting hunger and malnutrition.


Aug 30, 20242 min read
Women of MTO | Freya Swanepoel Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
Celebrate Women’s Month 2024 with MTO Group as we spotlight the incredible Women of MTO, with our final feature of the month.


Aug 23, 20241 min read
Women of MTO | Lydia Daniels Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
In our ongoing celebration of Women’s Month 2024, we proudly introduce Lydia Daniels, the first female production coordinator at MTO Retreat


Aug 16, 20242 min read
Women of MTO | Alicia Brink Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
As we continue to honor the remarkable women at MTO Group this Women’s Month 2024, we are thrilled to introduce Alicia Brink


Aug 8, 20242 min read
Women of MTO | Ntsako Shikwambana Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
Upon completing her studies, Ntsako was offered a permanent position as a junior forester at MTO and has subsequently been promoted.


Aug 5, 20243 min read
CCA Wood Poles: Buying and Using Treated Timber
Read about CCA Wood Poles, CCA Treatments & Applications, the Kiln Drying Process, Hazard Classes and Safety Precautions.


Aug 2, 20241 min read
Women of MTO | Jodie Mawson Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
Did you know that women make 29% of the MTO Group’s 1169 staff compliment? This is no small feat for a historically male-dominated forestry.


Jul 18, 20241 min read
MTO Celebrates Mandela Day 2024
In honour of Mandela Day 2024, MTO employees dedicate their time - 67 minutes - to make a meaninful impact in our communities.


Apr 25, 20241 min read
Eco-friendly Football Stadium takes root in Lesotho
With over 8000 MTO eucalyptus poles used in the construction, the Stadium of Life stands as a testament of our commitment to excellence.


Dec 4, 20231 min read
Supplier Development SMMEs Success Story
Another example of a success story from our supplier development programme.


Dec 1, 20232 min read
Our Success Stories
Success Story of Elson Nkosi and his commitment, hard-work and determination,


Nov 30, 20231 min read
Learning Centres Tsitsikamma in partnership with Edunova
MTO launched two Learning Centres in Tsitsikamma in partnership with Edunova

Oct 10, 20231 min read
Grow with MTO - "ITS OUR NATURE"
Congratulations to the first group of participants for the mentorship programme of 2023.


Oct 10, 20231 min read
In-Service Students Class of 2023
At the beginning of 2023, we are privileged to host 10 students from various institutions.


Jul 24, 20233 min read
MTO: Unjani Clinic Partnership
MTO’s partnership with Unjani Clinics has resulted in the establishment of a health care facility in George.
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