120+ years

In the making

South Africa’s First Choice – Since 1905

OUR PRODUCTS

Delivering Quality, Safety & Care

Lion Fire

A symbol of national pride & part of families for well over 100 years.

Lion Shoe Polish

The act of polishing is a cherished family ritual, it’s your time to shine!

Household Candles

With a legacy of over 100 years and a reputation for timeless quality.

Sylko Occassions

We embrace the vibrant South African lifestyle by offering high-quality disposable products

Sylko Household

Our group has proudly packed and supplied high-quality products

Feminine Care

Affordable sanitary care range that offers comfort, quality & protection.

Female Grooming

The personal care brand for women that nourishes & protects your skin.

Male Grooming

Quality products catering to the unique needs of the modern man.

Beauty Care

The personal care brand that nourishes & protects your skin.

Adult Care

Affordable sanitary care range that offers comfort, quality & protection.

Baby Care

A comprehensive range of quality essential baby care products.

Gifting & Décor

It expresses thoughtfulness and care. Shows appreciation and gratitude

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OVER THE YEARS

We Are Lion Match Company
South Africa

Established over 100 years ago, The Lion Match Company (Pty) Ltd has developed some of South Africa’s favourite personal care and lifestyle brands. From our iconic and nationally cherished Lion Safety Matches through to our growing range of personal grooming products, coupled with our leading home and personal-care capabilities, we have succeeded in assembling an impressive array of brand names and products.

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In The News

Partnering with purpose: Bata SA and Lion Match school shoe drive underway

Two much-loved South African companies - footwear giant Bata South Africa and FMCG manufacturer, The Lion Match Company - have teamed up to tackle the issue of...

Lion Match reveals new state-of-the-art Head Office

The Lion Match Company is pleased to announce our move to the historic Point Waterfront (Mahatma Gandhi Road). Design of the multi-functional building started in 2013...

Lion Match Proceeds with the acquisition of Price's Candles

The Lion Match Company is proud to announce that we have been cleared and approved by the Competition Commission to proceed with the acquisition of Price's Candles...

Lion Match division boosts local manufacture of feminine personal care products

NSP Unsgaard, a division of Lion Match Company, has commissioned a R20-million pantyliner production line at its Cape Town factory...

Comfitex listed in Top 10 sanitary pads manufacturers in South Africa

In an industry where comfort and quality are at a premium, Comfitex offers fresh sanitary protection that women can trust. With monthly options to keep them feeling protected all day long as well as everyday essentials...

Comfitex campaign gives out hampers to delighted Mqhawe High School pupils

In celebration of Menstrual Hygiene Day, the Imbumba Foundation’s Caring4Girls programme, in partnership with Comfitex, hosted a menstrual hygiene dialogue and sanitary pad distribution activation...