About Us

FATO is a leading provider of forestry and agricultural learning and development solutions based in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we specialize in delivering comprehensive training programs and educational resources tailored to the needs of professionals and organizations in the forestry and agricultural sectors.

Mission Statement

To provide professional consultancy service for learning and development solutions.

Our Vision

To grow sustainable skills development business solutions impacting the agricultural and forestry sectors.

Our Objectives

• Offer solutions that improve productivity and reduces risks.
• Maintain key relationships with stakeholders in the forestry sector and establish key relationships in the agricultural sector.
• Continuous improvement of professional services rendered.
• Contribute to the uplifting of skills in the forestry and agricultural sectors.
• Function as a sustainable entity.

Our Core Values

MEET OUR DYNAMIC TEAM

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Pamela Naidoo

Executive Managing Director

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Zinhle Mtshali

Non Executive Director

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Mhlengi Xaba

Non Executive Director

Jash Philips

Tactical L&D Leader

Nomfundo Molefe

Tactical Learning and Development
Co-Ordinator

Pamela Naidoo –  Pamela@fato.co.za

Jash Philips – Jash@fato.co.za

Nomfundo Molefe – Nomfundo@fato.co.za

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