Corporate governance serves as the cornerstone of organisational structure, providing the guiding principles that shape decision-making processes, operational strategies, and stakeholder relationships. At its essence, corporate governance embodies a set of standards and protocols aimed at ensuring transparency, accountability, equity, and ethical conduct in the management and administration of a corporation. It delineates the allocation of rights and duties among various stakeholders, including the board of directors, executives, shareholders, employees, and other vested parties. A robust corporate governance framework not only safeguards the interests of shareholders but also cultivates trust, integrity, and sustainability, thus contributing to the enduring prosperity and value augmentation of the enterprise. Tea Smallholder Factories PLC, a member of the John Keells Group, upholds a tradition of excellence grounded in core values such as accountability, participation, integrity, and transparency. Central to its mission of sustainable growth is a robust and comprehensive governance structure, guiding the Company’s trajectory and enriching value for all stakeholders. As the highest decision-making body within the Company, the Board, bears the responsibility of overseeing strategic objectives in adherence to sound corporate governance principles and values. Additionally, it shoulders the task of upholding a resilient and relevant governance framework amidst a dynamic business environment.

Aligned with the governance ethos of the JKH Group, the Company abides by its code of conduct and governance guidelines, applicable to all employees and Directors. These governance standards are readily accessible to the public on the corporate website via the following link: https://www.keells.com/esg/#governance