18/07/2026
67 blankets in 67 minutes.
“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” – Nelson Mandela
Today, we are reminded that each of us has the power to create change. As part of our Mandela Day contribution, Genuine Connection had the privilege of giving back to the community in a meaningful way.
A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated teachers who are doing amazing work and managing the home-based crèches we visited. Mr. Collins from Izibane Social Investment Club, thank you for partnering with us and helping to identify individuals who need support. With acts of kindness, compassion and service - we can continue to make a difference and make Madiba proud together.
Viva Madiba. Viva South Africa. 🇿🇦💚
17/07/2026
If emergency was ever to strike, we don’t panic.. we just call the Gencon First Aiders⛑️
A huge congratulations to Carmen, Yolandi, Angelica, Alexia, Anjolike and Angeline. These ambitious team members went the extra mile and completed a First Aid training course a few weeks ago. Today, they officially received their certificates! 👏
Thank you for stepping up, looking out for your colleagues and helping us maintain a safe workplace. We’re incredibly proud of you.❤️
08/07/2026
A few close-up glimpses of projects we’ve been working on.🔍
Versatile craftsmanship, custom in-house branding and attention to the finer details.
That’s what we love. That’s what we do. 💙🇿🇦
06/07/2026
A very big congratulations to the winner of our first-ever Youth Month Creative Competition, the young and talented Waydean Van Niekerk! 🎨
We would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to all the parents who entered their little one’s art. The creativity and imagination we saw from your young artists was truly inspiring, and choosing a winner was no easy task.
Well done to you, Waydean.Thank you for being brave and sharing your talent with us. Your future is as bright as your art.
Well done on your well-deserved win!🍍💚
04/07/2026
Supporting the youth of our community is incredibly important to us 🩵 Thank you to Izibane Social Investment Club for this amazing initiative. You are inspiring and keeping kids off the streets. Keep fighting the good fight! 🎮
04/07/2026
Our dearest Alveriska,
It is with heavy hearts that we say our final goodbye. Your dedication, and the warmth you brought to those around you will always be remembered at Gencon.
Although your journey with us started all the way back in 2008, we will always feel that it is too soon to say farewell. We are grateful to have had the privilege to know you and work alongside you.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with your family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
Thank you for your diligent service at Genuine Connection over the years. 💙
You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
We salute you.
Alveriska Ruiters
1986 - 2026
22/06/2026
Are you an experienced sewing machinist looking to join a dynamic clothing manufacturing team?
We're looking for dedicated individuals to become part of the Gencon family 💙
Different ways to apply:
📧 Mail your CV to [email protected]
🖥️ Submit online https://gencon.co.za/careers/
📍Drop at reception
46 Distillery Street, Charleston Hill, Paarl
Careers
CAREERS AT GENUINE CONNECTION We are always looking for new talent to join our family at Genuine Connection Promotions (Pty) Ltd – either to fill vacancies or for future succession planning. Typical scarce skills in our company are for Lectra pattern makers; sewing machinists; experienced line sup...
11/06/2026
Introducing: Wear Their Artwork Campaign 🎨
This Youth Month we’re giving creative kids the opportunity to showcase their talent to the world with a fun competition!🌈
Turn your child’s imagination into something wearable by submitting their drawings or paintings to www.genconclothing.co.za for a chance to WIN a custom printed T-shirt, hoodie or tote bag featuring their very own design.
⭐️Open to children aged 17 and under
⭐️Any theme, any style, any skill level
⭐️Enter as many artworks as you’d like
⭐️Entries close 26 June
Every child is an artist, so let their imagination run wild this June! 💙
🖍️ENTER NOW : https://www.genconclothing.co.za/wear-their-artwork