Our History
Over 70 years of representing building industry employers across the Free State.
Who We Are
Master Builders and Allied Trades Association (Free State), known as MBA FS, was founded in 1952. We are an employers' organisation registered under the Labour Relations Act, and we work to ensure that our members maintain a high reputation in building and construction standards across the Free State province.
MBA FS is affiliated with Master Builders South Africa (MBSA). This gives our members a voice at national level and access to resources across the full federation of registered employers' organisations that represent contractors and employers in the South African building industry.
Key Milestones
Founded
MBA Free State was established as a formal employers' organisation for the building industry, giving contractors in the province a shared voice.
LRA Registration
The association was registered under Section 107 of the Labour Relations Act, Act 66 of 1995, confirming its role as a recognised employers' organisation.
MBSA Affiliated
MBA FS remains an active member of Master Builders South Africa, giving Free State contractors a voice at national level and access to the full federation of building employers.
Our Mission
To support and represent contractors and employers in the Free State building industry, and to help our members run safe, compliant and successful businesses.
Our Vision
To be the leading body in the building industry, recognised for the quality of our members and the strength of our representation.