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CEO & Founder

Springbok Rugby legend and founder of Robbi Thatch, Rob Louw is no stranger to what it takes to be the best. Having represented the Springboks from 1980-1985, winning 6 Currie Cup championships for Western Province and winning 4 rugby league medals for Wigan, Rob carries an attitude of success and quality into every thatch project he works on.

"Whether it's on the field or on a clients thatch roof, a quality outcome is about consistent effort at the highest standards."

Rob Louw

Rob Louw - Founder & CEO

Springbok rugby legend, passionate surfer and proud father of 4.

What customers say about Rob

"Having Rob guide us through the process of designing, planning and building our thatched roof was amazing. He really made it easy for us. The project came out better than we could have expected." - Pieter, Welgemoed

Robs technical expertise is the driving force of Robbi Thatch. Having worked in the thatching industry for 29 years, Rob is a master when it comes to project design and execution. His passion for thatch is exemplified by his unparalleled workmanship standards - you can see a Robbi Thatch job from a mile away.

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Robbie Louw

Chief Construction Officer

Jan Swarts

Project Manager