Willowton Group
Food and Beverage ServicesKwazulu-natal, South Africa201-500 Employees
Willowton Group is a South African diversified food and consumer goods company based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. It is the country’s largest sunflower seed crusher and a major player in the FMCG market, with products spanning edible oils, margarines and spreads, as well as household items such as soaps, candles, chocolate, baking fats, and other staples; its brands include Sunfoil, Sunshine D, D'lite, Crown, Nuvolite and Allsome rice. The firm serves a nationwide network of chain stores, supermarkets, wholesalers, retailers, independents and food manufacturers, with distribution that extends into Sub-Saharan Africa. The company emphasizes quality and ongoing investment in technology and human resources, guided by the hands-on involvement of its directors and supported by an advanced central technical centre. In 2025, Willowton Group announced a concluding agreement with the Competition Commission, enabling a focus on growth and community initiatives.