About us
GM4 Primary Co-operative, also known as GM4 Primary Co-op, is a school uniform and apparel manufacturing cooperative based in Sharpeville, Gauteng, South Africa. The business was established in 2008 and has been proudly serving their clients for two decades. The company was founded by Thembi Margaret Gqozo and Mbuyiselo Samuel Gqozo, it was born out of Thembi’s passion for fashion design and entrepreneurship, despite her professional background as a teacher. Together with partners Matu Gladys Msikinya, Mapule Thelma Mokoena, and Ndudu Emily Mkhoma. Our leadership team brings a wealth of experience, creativity, and commitment to quality and service.
GM4 produces uniforms for Schools, Nurses, Police Officers, Prison Staff, Hospital Staff and various government employee uniforms. The production process from cutting, sewing, and embroidery, is executed by a highly experienced team of seamstresses, tailors, knitters, and embroiders; ensuring excellent quality in every uniform unit produced.
Our facilities utilise sewing machines with the latest technology to support efficient, large-scale production of uniforms, while maintaining high standards in the quality of our products. Backed by over a decade of industry experience and an excellent operational model, GM4 Primary Co-op is well-positioned to serve clients of all sizes.
GM4 Primary Co-op was founded by Thembi Margaret Gqozo and Mbuyiselo Samuel Gqozo, a visionary couple driven by a shared passion for entrepreneurship and community development.
Even though Thembi Gqozo is a qualified teacher by profession, her passion for fashion design and business fuelled her creativity to start a uniform manufacturing company. He teaching skills contribute toward her attention to detail in her business and a passion to empower others. The transition from education to manufacturing reflects her dedication to creating sustainable economic opportunities through skills transfer and craftsmanship.
Mbuyiselo Gqozo, co-founder and strategic partner, plays a key role in business development and operational oversight. They have led GM4 Primary Co-op together since its inception and have sustained its growth for over a decade. Their shared vision for growth and impact, hands-on involvement, and commitment to quality have been instrumental in building GM4 Primary Co-op into a trusted and reliable clothing manufacturer in the Sharpeville region.
