In a sector often dominated by tradition, scale, and legacy players, Pretoria Protein Trading is quietly and effectively proving that a relationship-driven, agile team can play with the big boys.
As the exclusive distributor for Pretoria Protein Company (Africa’s first energy-neutral soybean crushing plant), Pretoria Protein Trading is moving products and acting as a catalyst for change in the protein economy: inclusive, sustainable, and deeply human. At the heart of this movement is Mpumi Mahlangu, a visionary CEO and co-founder whose leadership is reshaping the future of agri-trade in Africa.
Specialising in animal nutrition, Pretoria Protein Trading connects world-class soya ingredients to feed manufacturers, nutritionists and farmers across Southern Africa. However, what truly distinguishes them is the way they do it. The team’s service-first approach is high-touch, hands-on, and refreshingly authentic. No flashy sales tactics; just real people, reliable delivery, and consistent quality that clients can count on.
“Our size is our strength,” says Mpumi. ”It allows us to respond quickly, adapt easily and stay deeply engaged with every client we serve”. That agility is proving powerful. Though relatively new, the company has quickly earned its place as a trusted supplier, servicing some of the biggest names in the market with consistency, care, and confidence.
Backed by a technically skilled, commercially savvy, trustworthy team, Pretoria Protein Trading offers logistics and distribution tailored towards long-term growth. Their quality assurance and traceability systems ensure every delivery meets the highest nutritional and safety standards.
As a predominantly female-led company, Pretoria Protein Trading distinguishes itself in an industry that has historically offered limited opportunities for women in influential roles. Since the company’s founding in 2024, Mpumi and her team have been reshaping that narrative. Throughout the organisation, women are influencing strategy, leading operations, and shaping the future of trade in Africa.
This National Women’s Month, their work is a powerful reminder of what is possible when women lead in agriculture: through resilience, inclusion, and meaningful economic participation. For Pretoria Protein Trading, trade is about building momentum toward food security, community upliftment, and sustainable growth.
Looking ahead, their goals are ambitious yet grounded: expanding their footprint across the continent, deepening client partnerships, and broadening their product offerings to include both (animal) feed and food for humans. Their planned future expansion into human nutrition reflects a continued commitment to a healthier, more accessible future.
If you’re in the business of building better nutrition, maybe it’s time we partnered. Because great feed starts with exceptional ingredients … and even stronger relationships.
