In The Media
2026
AUGUST
13 August - Media Update
The Reputation Blind Spot No Audit Accounts For
The next reputation risk may be hiding in plain sight. Charl Broodryk explores why PR and brand teams should start treating the washroom as a critical brand touchpoint, not simply a facilities concern.
13 August - South African Business Matters
The HR Blind Spot Behind the Bathroom Door
Charl Broodryk reveals why HR leaders should look beyond engagement surveys and into the bathroom, where everyday hygiene standards can quietly influence employee wellbeing, experience and perceptions of workplace culture.
August - Standard Bank – Top Women Leaders
How the right partnerships can accelerate the success of your business
Veronica Vivier, co-owner of Nuwkem Hygiene, shares why knowing when to partner and choosing partners who complement your strengths can help businesses expand without compromising quality or control.
11 August - Bizcommunity News
The reputation blind spot behind the bathroom door
Your building’s washroom says a lot about your brand. Charl Broodryk explores the overlooked connection between washroom experiences, hand hygiene and the reputation businesses work so hard to build.
August - Standard Bank – Top Women Leaders
Expanding into African markets – Lessons from a woman entrepreneur
Expanding across Africa takes more than a strong product. Veronica Vivier shares why adaptability, financial discipline and genuine local relationships have been central to Nuwkem’s growth.
JULY
28 July - Building and Décor
Ninety-nine problems on site, but the dispenser isn’t one
A dispenser may look like a small specification decision, but it can have a big operational impact. Discover what duty cycles, traffic levels and technology have to do with getting it right.
16 July - SA Décor and Design
Ticra by Nuwkem: Silent but Powerful Bathroom Hardware for Property Management
Discover how getting the often-overlooked details right in your washrooms can strengthen customer confidence, improve tenant experience and protect your property’s reputation.
14 July - Lifestyle & Tech
Silent But Powerful: Why Hand Hygiene Equipment Is a Specification Decision, Not a Line Item
Discover why hand hygiene equipment should be specified with the same care as the rest of your building – and how the right choice can prevent costly maintenance issues after handover.
JUNE
1 June - SA Décor and Design
New Ticra Ember Bronze Steel Range: Elevate Luxury Commercial Bathrooms
Discover why the washroom could be your next brand opportunity, with the Ticra™ Ember Bronze Steel Range combining understated luxury, durability and everyday performance.
MAY
31 May - African Cleaning Review
Don’t damage your buildings’ esteem in the washrooms
Could your washrooms be costing your building more than you realise? Discover how premium finishes, durable hardware and thoughtful design can help protect the impression your property makes.
28 May - SHEQ Management
Cheap dispensers, expensive lessons
Find out what happens when “cheap” hygiene equipment starts costing more in maintenance, waste and downtime – and why a complete system can deliver better long-term value.
21 May - SA Décor and Design
Nuwkem Hygiene Solutions: Raising Standards in Facility Management
Nuwkem co-founder Veronica Vivier reveals what sits behind a quality-first approach to commercial hygiene, and why the right combination of reliability, durability, sustainability and design matters.