Komsberg Farming produces export-quality table grapes which are sold through the finest retailers in Africa, the UK, Russia, the Middle East and China.

The spectacular Komsberg farm is located in Namibia, a neighbouring state of South Africa, and is comprised of 33,000 hectares stretching over 56km along the picturesque Orange River. Approximately 1,640 hectares are arable and have water rights attached to them, making Komsberg one of the largest water rights concessions in Africa. The farm is rated as one of the best table grape producers in Namibia with 320 hectares of arable land currently under irrigation. The agricultural experts on the farm utilise state-of-the-art technology in order to ensure that the quality of the grapes remains world class. Komsberg Farming has been accredited by Global Gap and Nature's Choice and is one of only two Namibian farms registered with Fair Trade.

Komsberg Farming was awarded the first Green Scheme by the Namibian Government, which encourages the transfer of agricultural skills to black small scale farmers. The farming methods currently adopted allow Komsberg to extend their efforts to include Hoodia (an appetite suppressant), essential oils and the Jatropha plant to produce biofuel.

The eco-tourism potential of Komsberg, especially given its accessibility and unique setting on the Orange River, presents an excellent opportunity for the development of a 6-bedroom luxury hotel. Such plans have reached the final stage.

	This photo represents only about 3% of the 330 km2 of Komsberg Farm.

Komsberg Farming not only invests in export table grapes, but demonstrates its emphasis on community development and empowerment through its significant investment in a community centre, crèche and an agricultural training facility. These facilities address the medical, educational and social needs of the people who work on the land – the people directly responsible for the success of the farm.

As part of its broader strategic initiative, Louis Group (Africa) has identified Namibia as a strategic SADL investment and has identified several projects for the country, which will create additional employment opportunities for Namibians.

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