At the heart of Uitenhage in Kwanobuhle township, where ambition is often tested by circumstance, a powerful story of resilience and purpose is rising from the dust. It is a story shaped by early mornings, tight resources, and a dream that refused to stay small. GROWING UP IN KWANOBUHLE, where community is everything and opportunities…
The right kind of support can be a major differentiator, helping firms attract top talent. AS HEAD OF SPECIALIST TRAINING PROGRAMMES at Nedbank, it’s fascinating for Nombulelo Letsie to observe how trainee programmes have changed in the years since she completed her own training contract. Nombulelo explains that there has been a major shift in…
In an era where stakeholders demand transparency on both financial performance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts, the integration of sustainability reporting into broader financial narratives has become imperative. INTEGRATED REPORTING (IR or <IR>), pioneered by the International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC), which later consolidated into the IFRS Foundation, seeks to provide a holistic…
Nature predates business and forms the foundation of all economic activity. The Taskforce on Nature-Related Financial Disclosure (TNFD) defines nature as comprising four key ‘realms’: land, ocean, freshwater, and atmosphere, each with its unique ecosystems and biodiversity. Despite this, business has historically prioritised profit over environmental stewardship, often overlooking the interconnectedness of climate change and…
South Africa’s healthcare system is defined by a paradox: world-class clinical expertise operating within severe fiscal constraints. In public-sector operating theatres, shortages of specialists and frozen training posts have created persistent bottlenecks. Yet a new solution is emerging − one that moves from personality-driven workarounds to system-driven resilience. FOR DECADES, SOUTH AFRICAN CLINICIANS HAVE IMPROVISED…
Work has never been better. So why does working feel so much worse? HUMAN RIGHTS DAY REMINDS US to reflect on our constitutional rights, including human dignity and fair labour practices. Yet today one of the places where these rights are most often tested is the workplace. Much attention is focused on the conditions in…
As tax authorities around the world accelerate their digital transformation agendas, the way businesses report and manage tax is changing rapidly. Technology is becoming central to how governments improve tax administration, increase transparency and close revenue gaps. IN SOUTH AFRICA, THE SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICE (SARS) is pursuing this shift through its Modernisation 3.0 programme.…
‘Global expansion rarely fails because of poor strategy − it falters in the execution,’ says Michael Gullan, CEO of G&G Advocacy, an e learning consultancy that supports multinational organisations in building high performing teams across diverse regions. As companies enter new markets, they often presume that approaches that succeeded in one area will naturally succeed…
Digital transformation in government was highlighted in the 2026 SONA as one of its national priorities in building an ethical, capable, and developmental state. This is a comforting statement of intent by government to embed technology as part of its infrastructure in the enablement of service delivery. WHILE THE PROFESSIONALISATION OF THE PUBLIC SERVICE POLICY…
How changes to the Code of Good Practice on Dismissal modernise labour management. People are the beating heart of every business. They bring the perspective, ingenuity, skills, and experience that help organisations excel and deliver. Yet it doesn’t always work out. A person might not be suitable for their role and duties, they might not…