Thathe Training and Development is a 100% black owned Training establishment. It was founded in 2004 by Patrick ‘Thathe' Nzimande who is the company's Managing Director. By 2005, the establishment had met all the legislative, regulatory and operational requirements of a Training Provider as prescribed by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) Safety and Security SETA (SASSETA), the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA). The company prides itself as being the trendsetter, market leader and the finest Training Provider in South Africa. The company has made its mark in the Kwa-Zulu Natal province. The highest level of professionalism, expertise and excellent service has made the company a preferred Training Provider. Not only is the company a pioneer in the training of Close Protection Officers, Security Supervisors, Security Managers and Executive Protection Specialists, its training is also unit standard based and aligned with the requirements of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The company has made great inroads in Firearms and Security Training. This training is in accordance with the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000 and its Regulations.