The beginning
It all started in 1986 on the second floor of a small office nestled in Steen Street, Rustenburg. Jan De Wet and Johnny De Villiers engaged in a partnership, which founded De Wet De Villiers Brokers.
1986
Sadly, during September 1987 Johnny De Villiers passed away, leaving a void that André Schelhase had to fill when he joined the Company in 1987, followed by Callie Schlotfeldt a year later in 1988.
It was during this time that Rustenburg rapidly expanded due to the development of mines in the area. The purpose then, as it still stands today, was to deliver short-term insurance services and solutions to individuals and companies that preferred and appreciated a more personal approach. De Wet De Villiers Brokers spent the next 30 years forging strong networks and collaborations with insurers, suppliers and repairers.
1987 - 1988
Growth
As Rustenburg grew, so did the Brokerage. Due to the expanding client base and evolving industry, De Wet De Villiers Brokers extended its product offering, expertise and staff complement. The Company eventually outgrew its offices in Steen Street and moved to its current office building, which is located on the corner of Brink and Kock Street, in 2005. These premises offer sufficient and safe parking, comfortable and convenient offices, and easy access from all surrounding areas in Rustenburg.
2005
A legacy
2016 was a disheartening year for De Wet De Villiers Brokers when founding father Jan De Wet passed away, leaving the rest of the team to continue building his legacy. His son, Thomas De Wet, returned from Austria after 16 years to join the management team, which now includes Johann and Thomas De Wet, André (Senior) and André (Junior) Schelhase, as well as Callie and Thomas Schlotfeldt. The management team is currently supported by 30 employees and continues to grow.
2016
New leaf
In 2017, the Company revisited its strategy, which led to the repositioning of the Brokerage to form an all-inclusive identity, while embracing its rich heritage.
De Wet De Villiers Brokers promises to continue providing its clients with personal, informed and accurate advice, relevant products, as well as excellent services and after-care.
2017
Recognition
In 2022, De Wet De Villiers Brokers received the Santam Agriculture Award for Exceptional Achievement.
This was followed in 2023 by another Santam Agriculture Award for Exceptional Achievement. In the same year, the Brokerage also received the Santam Golden Award for Exceptional Achievement.
2022 – 2023
Partnership and progress
In 2024, De Wet De Villiers Brokers entered into a partnership with Efficient Insure, a specialised division of the Efficient Group Ltd. This partnership allowed the Brokerage to offer clients a wider range of insurance products, comprehensive systems and more holistic services, while maintaining the personal approach clients had come to trust.
During the same year, De Wet De Villiers Brokers received the Santam Golden Award for Exceptional Achievement, the Santam Agriculture Award for Exceptional Achievement, as well as the Efficient Excellence Award for the Movers and Shakers in the Group.
2024
Acknowledgement
In 2025, De Wet De Villiers Brokers was recognised as the Most Valued Broker within the Efficient Group. In the same year, Thomas De Wet received the Santam Ambassador of the Year award.
2025
Four decades of excellence
In 2026, De Wet De Villiers Brokers celebrated its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of service, growth and industry experience.
2026