About Us
The business was established in 1982 under the name of Baba Distributors. We bought the business in November 2011 and under the name of Hands on Africa Trading cc. The business has become the dominant supplier of Hi Energy Spirulina as we all as Natures Green to the Southern African Avian market.
Other nutritional products offered by Hands on Africa to the Bird Industry are:
- Bright and Healthy Spirulina
- Hi-Energy Spirulina
- Wheat Grass Powder
- Instant Grams
- Avizon Alfalfa
- Avizon Natures Green
- Avizon Barley Grass
All of the above assists in the health and well-being of your Bird.
We, at Hands on Africa also manufacture Baba Exotic Raw Hide Parrot Toys & bird toys; which are all made of natural components such as sekelbos wood; raw hide and untreated wood to mention a few. We also have a range of toys that are made without raw hide to accommodate those who don’t like raw hide parrot bird toys.
Remember, that Your bird deserves to be a Bright, Healthy and a very Happy Bird.
Our Mission
To supply you with the best possible Nutrition for your birds; giving them a brighter and healthier living environment. We value honesty in everything we do and strive to give you the best service.
Meet Gerry and Denise Fritsch
Gerry worked for Panasonic for 17 years, leaving his position of General Manager. He then emigrated to New Zealand for 10 years and decided to return to his home town and marry. In New Zealand he had his own Security company and then went into Real Estate. An opportunity arose to buy Baba Distributors and learn about something totally out of his comfort zone. This decision has been a challenging one for him but very interesting and exciting.
Denise worked for First National for 7 years before going to work for Business Connexion (Pty) Ltd. After working there for 21 years, Denise decided to leave and take a different path. She joined Gerry in the business as she has always been passionate about birds and has 5 of her own (3 African Greys, 1 Pineapple Conure and 1 Green Cheek Conure) Together they make a dynamic team and strive for perfection in all they do.