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Johannesburg, 2 December 2025: GWM South Africa celebrated its 18th anniversary with the debut of FAM FEST at Syringa Park, Muldersdrift—a full-day family event featuring owner convoys, interactive experiences, 4x4 drive demos, and a live music lineup including MiCasa, Oscar Mbo, Kamo Mphela, and Karen Zoid. The festival honoured GWM’s journey in SA since 2007 and its growing community of customers and fans.

Johannesburg, 2 December 2025: GWM South Africa celebrated its 18th anniversary with the debut of FAM FEST at Syringa Park, Muldersdrift—a full-day family event featuring owner convoys, interactive experiences, 4x4 drive demos, and a live music lineup including MiCasa, Oscar Mbo, Kamo Mphela, and Karen Zoid. The festival honoured GWM’s journey in SA since 2007 and its growing community of customers and fans.

GWM South Africa marks its 18th anniversary with the first-ever FAM FEST on 29 November 2025 - a family-focused celebration featuring live music, activities, and nationwide competitions.

The updated HAVAL Jolion Pro, unveiled in Johannesburg on 13 November 2025, elevates GWM’s best-selling compact SUV with a sportier design, advanced connectivity and improved driving dynamics. Featuring a sleek smoked black exterior package, enhanced wireless Android Auto/CarPlay, 50W wireless charging and new voice-command capability, the Jolion Pro delivers a premium yet practical experience for young professionals and families. Three engine options—including a powerful 1.5T S and an efficient 140 kW hybrid—offer a balance of performance and fuel economy. Supported by GWM’s extensive warranty and service package, the Jolion Pro provides exceptional value in the small SUV segment.

GWM South Africa, garnered three awards at the 30th annual SAVRALA Manufacturer of the Year gala in Johannesburg, solidifying its reputation as one of the country’s trusted and rapidly-rising automotive brands.