ABOUT
YALATHE
Born from a vision for a greener Africa
Yalathe Environmental was established in 2020 by Mkhuseli Nxusani with a clear vision: to build a world-class environmental consultancy from the ground up in East London, Eastern Cape — one that reflects the communities it serves.
As a 100% Black-owned, 30% women-owned enterprise, Yalathe Environmental stands at the intersection of technical excellence, social responsibility, and digital innovation. We believe that transformative environmental change requires deep partnerships — with clients, regulators, communities, and the natural world.
From air quality consulting to GIS-enabled spatial intelligence, our team brings diverse qualifications and hands-on experience to every project. We operate with integrity, deliver with precision, and measure our success by the positive outcomes we create on the ground.
2020/208594/07
100% Black-owned · 30% Women-owned
151 Amalinda Road, Amalinda
East London, Eastern Cape, 5247
2020
OUR VALUES
Integrity
We operate with unwavering honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct in every engagement.
Sustainability
Every decision we make is weighed against its long-term impact on ecosystems and communities.
Excellence
We pursue the highest standards of technical quality and professional delivery.
Diversity
Our strength lies in diverse perspectives — 100% Black-owned, 30% women-led, proudly South African.
Collaboration
We build genuine partnerships with clients, regulators, communities, and the environment.
Impact
We measure success not by contracts won, but by the positive change we create on the ground.
STRATEGIC GOALS
Establish Yalathe Environmental as a leading provider of specialised environmental services across South Africa and the broader African continent.
Deliver technically rigorous, innovative solutions that meet and exceed client expectations in environmental consulting.
Build lasting partnerships with government, industry, and communities to drive sustainable development outcomes.
Empower previously disadvantaged communities through skills development, training, and inclusive employment practices.
Integrate cutting-edge GIS, digital, and data analytics tools into every environmental management solution we deliver.
Champion climate adaptation and circular economy principles that position South African businesses for a net-zero future.
Maintain full regulatory compliance and contribute to the development of progressive environmental policy in South Africa.
Grow a diverse, high-performing team that reflects the communities we serve and the future we want to build.
BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY
Partnerships
We believe the most durable environmental solutions emerge from genuine, trust-based relationships between consultants, clients, regulators, and communities — not transactional engagements.
Innovation
From GIS-powered spatial analysis to circular economy frameworks, we embed emerging technologies and progressive thinking into every project brief.
Compliance
Navigating South Africa's complex environmental legislative landscape is our expertise. We ensure every client meets NEMA, NEMAQA, NWA, and all applicable regulations — first time.
Resilience
We design environmental strategies that withstand regulatory shifts, climate variability, and economic disruption — building adaptive capacity for the long term.
OUR TEAM
Managing Director
Mkhuseli Nxusani
Extensive project management background across built environment and environmental sectors. Founded Yalathe Environmental in 2020 with a vision to deliver world-class environmental services from an African perspective.
Environmental Manager
Thandolwethu Zungu
EHS management experience at Eskom Rotek Industries. Specialises in environmental compliance monitoring, impact assessments, and stakeholder facilitation for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Director
Babalwa Nodliwa
Drives strategic direction and business development for Yalathe Environmental. Brings expertise in community engagement, social impact assessment, and advancing the firm's women-led sustainability agenda.