The People

Meet the Team

Our Craftspeople

Behind every cover, awning, and tarpaulin is a team of people who genuinely care about the craft. We're adding team photos shortly — in the meantime, here's who you'll be working with.

Our team members

Ruan Botha — Founder & Owner, Canvas and Allied

Ruan Botha

Founder & Owner

Recently taking over Canvas and Allied, Ruan Botha is committed to continuing the company's reputation for quality craftsmanship, dependable service, and industry-leading canvas solutions. With a hands-on approach and a strong focus on customer satisfaction, he is dedicated to growing the business while maintaining the high standards Canvas and Allied is known for.

Sarah Williams

Operations Manager

Keeps every order on track from quote to delivery. Sarah ensures that timelines are met and that customers always know exactly where their order is in the process.

Themba Dlamini

Lead Canvas Craftsman

Over 18 years of canvas manufacturing experience. Themba's eye for precision is why our seams hold and our covers last. He trains every new craftsperson we bring on.

Pieter Botha

Sales & Customer Relations

Your first point of contact. Pieter knows every product we make and will give you honest advice on the right material, weight, and spec for your specific application and budget.

Anele Nkosi

Repairs Specialist

Anele handles all our repair work — from torn seams to broken zips to full canvas replacements. If it's made of canvas or PVC, she can assess and fix it, regardless of the original manufacturer.

Yusuf Essop

Production & Quality Control

Nothing leaves the workshop without Yusuf's sign-off. He checks every stitch, zip, grommet, and seam before dispatch. His standard is simple: would he be happy to receive this himself?

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