Company Profile
About us
Sibongile Beverages, trading under the Golden Horn brand, is a Matsapha-based functional beverages company. Established in 2019, it produces kombucha, water kefir, vitamin water, iced teas, protein shakes, and health shots, focusing on wellness, innovation, and premium quality. The company is expanding locally while preparing for regional export opportunities.
Company Mission
Our mission is to provide consumers with high-quality, functional beverages that improve daily wellness while celebrating African ingredients and innovation. We aim to empower healthier lifestyles, create employment, and build Eswatini’s reputation as a hub for premium beverage production across Southern Africa and eventually into broader international markets.
Product Offering
We produce a diverse range of functional beverages tailored to modern wellness needs. Our catalog includes kombucha, water kefir, vitamin water, cold-steeped iced teas, protein shakes, and health shots. Each product is carefully crafted to balance taste with function, offering natural support for digestion, hydration, energy, and overall wellbeing.
Collaboration
We work closely with local suppliers, retailers, and industry stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth. By collaborating with farmers, certification bodies, and distributors, Sibongile Beverages fosters a value chain that supports local agriculture, strengthens Eswatini’s food economy, and enhances market access for proudly African, locally manufactured wellness-driven beverage products.
Sustainability Commitment
Sustainability is at the heart of our operations. From sourcing local ingredients to adopting eco-friendly packaging, we are committed to reducing our environmental footprint. Our long-term vision includes achieving ISO 22000 certification, enabling us to uphold international standards while advancing health, safety, and sustainability in every bottle we produce.
Customer Experience
We strive to deliver more than just beverages—we deliver experiences of wellness and trust. By offering unique, refreshing, and functional products, we connect with health-conscious customers seeking alternatives to conventional drinks. Our presence in retail stores ensures accessibility, while in-store activations create interactive experiences that build brand loyalty.
Product
Basic Information
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Seller Name
Golden Horn Beverages
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Payment Information
Bank Transfer Cash on delivery Mobile money
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Shipment Information
Local Couriers Self delivery
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Contact Information
Phone Number：+998 79781710
Contact Fax：+998
Contact Email：sibobev@yahoo.com
Contact Address：CNR King Sobhuza II Avanue Street, Matsapha, Manzini Region
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Our Story
The Backstory of Sibongile Beverages
Sibongile Beverages, trading under the Golden Horn brand, was founded in 2019 with a clear mission: to introduce functional beverages into Eswatini’s emerging health and wellness market. At the time, drinks like kombucha, kefir, and vitamin waters were rare and mostly imported at high costs. Sibongile Beverages saw an opportunity to fill this gap by crafting locally made beverages that offered both health benefits and premium quality.
From its inception, the company focused on drinks that went beyond simple refreshment. Its product line was designed to support wellness, hydration, and lifestyle needs. Kombucha and kefir brought probiotics for gut health, iced teas delivered antioxidants, and vitamin waters offered hydration with added nutrients. Over time, the range expanded to include protein shakes and health shots, reinforcing Sibongile Beverages’ position as a pioneer in functional drinks in Eswatini.
The company’s early development took place under the incubatorship of the Royal Science and Technology Park (RSTP), where it received support in product development and business strategy. This phase laid the groundwork for its first product line and helped establish its identity. In 2021, Sibongile Beverages moved into SEDCO in Manzini, marking a significant step forward. The three years spent at SEDCO (2021–2024) were transformative: the company gained a dedicated production space, increased output, standardized recipes, and began refining its processing methods.
During this period, exhibitions and expos became a vital part of the brand’s growth. Locally, Sibongile Beverages participated in festivals and wellness events, connecting directly with consumers. These platforms allowed the company to showcase its unique flavors—like hibiscus berry kombucha, ginger lemon iced tea, and blueberry mint vitamin water—to health-conscious individuals, athletes, and young professionals. Regionally and internationally, the brand gained exposure through trade shows and development programs, positioning itself among Africa’s innovative food and beverage startups. These experiences provided valuable insights into packaging, consumer preferences, and global wellness trends.
Exhibitions also opened doors to networking opportunities with distributors, buyers, and collaborators. The company’s presence at these events helped demonstrate the potential of Eswatini-made products in broader markets and built credibility for the Golden Horn brand. As demand grew, Sibongile Beverages began preparing for a larger operational footprint.
By 2024, the company had outgrown its SEDCO facility. Rising demand for Golden Horn beverages required a more advanced setup, prompting a move to the Matsapha Industrial Site—Eswatini’s main industrial hub. This relocation marked a turning point. The new space offered better infrastructure, enabling the company to scale production with larger fermentors, mixers, and refrigeration units. Plans were initiated to invest in bottling, labeling, and carbonation machinery. Matsapha’s strategic location also improved logistics, allowing for more consistent deliveries to retailers nationwide.
Sibongile Beverages’ philosophy is rooted in the belief that beverages should do more than quench thirst—they should enhance wellness. Functional drinks became the natural expression of this vision. Kombucha and kefir supported digestive health, iced teas provided antioxidants, vitamin waters replenished hydration with added nutrition, and protein shakes catered to active lifestyles. What set the company apart was its commitment to locally inspired flavors—hibiscus, lemongrass, rooibos, and peach-apricot—blended with global trends to create a product line that felt both authentically African and globally relevant.
A major breakthrough came when Golden Horn products secured placements in major supermarket chains. Starting with pilot orders, the company proved its ability to maintain quality, consistency, and supply volumes. As retail distribution expanded, customers who had first discovered the brand at exhibitions or wellness activations could now find their favorite drinks on supermarket shelves. For Sibongile Beverages, this milestone validated years of effort in refining its operations and product line.
Retailers were drawn to the Golden Horn range because of its distinct functional positioning and premium identity. Rather than competing with standard soft drinks, the brand complemented them, offering a wellness-focused alternative. This opened doors for wider market penetration and helped establish Sibongile Beverages as a trusted local producer.
Sustainability has been a core value from the beginning. The company sources ingredients locally whenever possible, uses eco-conscious packaging, and trains its team in safe, responsible food handling. Beyond production, Sibongile Beverages invests in youth employment, equipping young people with skills in food processing, marketing, and sales. This approach ensures that the brand’s growth contributes to Eswatini’s broader economic development.
Today, Sibongile Beverages stands at a new phase of its journey. From small-batch beginnings at RSTP, to scaling at SEDCO, to full-scale production in Matsapha, the company has become a leader in functional beverages in Eswatini. With wellness trends on the rise and regional trade frameworks opening new opportunities, Sibongile Beverages is preparing to expand into Southern Africa and beyond.
The company continues to innovate, refine its products, and uphold its commitment to quality and customer experience. Its founding idea—to provide African wellness in every sip—remains the guiding force behind its growth, its creativity, and its place in the beverage industry.