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Re-Imagining (Reconstruction of) the South African Economy
The Freedom Charter states that the People shall share in the country’s wealth. One such way of sharing the wealth of a country is through engaging in the economy for gain in one way or another. In its simplicity, as a system with processes that distribute scarce resources, it creates
The Evolution of South African Women: From Marginalisation to Empowerment
The Evolution of South African Women: From Marginalisation to Empowerment South African women have long stood at the intersection of struggle, resilience, and transformation. From precolonial matriarchal influence to the frontline of anti-apartheid resistance, and now as leaders in business, government and civil society, their journey reflects the broader evolution
The Gender Gap is Narrowing but Numbers Must Translate to Power
As we reflect on the month of August, we are reminded of the progress of women in leadership and management while envisioning a future powered by women’s leadership and equality. On 9 August 1956, over 20 000 women showed leadership by marching to Pretoria’s Union Buildings against apartheid pass laws.
Mandela Day should be an act towards greater transformation
Every year, on what we have come to know as Mandela Day, people renew their commitments to human rights in honour of Nelson Mandela and to building a better nation. This day is about inspiring a culture of service that lasts beyond 67 minutes on his birthday.
ESD: The Missing Link Between Corporate Spend and Real SMME Growth
South Africa invests billions in transformation each year, yet the economy still lacks a significant pipeline of scaled black-owned enterprises. Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) programs were meant to build inclusive participation and transform ownership patterns, but too often, it remains a bureaucratic exercise rather than a catalyst for real
The Mind in Chains: Black Professionals and the Future of Work in a Digital Era
The Illusion of Freedom in a Digital World They told us technology would set us free. But as we swipe, scroll, and tap through life, it’s worth asking: are we the masters of these tools—or are they mastering us? Thirty years ago, life felt slower. Moments weren’t measured in notifications