Dr Phindile Nkosi – Standard Bank Top Women Young Achiever 2025
By Shumirai Chimombe “My story is not just about personal achievement; it’s about showing what’s possible when you refuse to let circumstances define your ceiling.” Dr Phindile Nkosi was honoured with the Standard Bank Top Women Young Achiever 2025 award which celebrates the outstanding achievements of young women leaders aged 40 and younger. […]
The conference that will tackle the HR headaches keeping you up at night
South Africa’s business landscape is changing fast. Organisations are under pressure to attract and retain scarce skills, integrate younger and increasingly diverse generations, rethink traditional leadership structures, respond to AI, and maintain productivity while employees face growing pressure inside and outside the workplace. But what happens when the strategies that worked yesterday no longer […]
Do we only celebrate cultural diversity – or do we truly live it?
The heritage month question South African workplaces must answer By Shatadi Rebecca Kganyago Every September we celebrate our languages, traditions, food, music, histories and identities. Heritage Day gives us an opportunity to reflect on the cultures and traditions that make South Africa what it is. But there is another place where our heritage […]
Lessons in resilience and growth: An entrepreneurial journey
By Angelique Kuiper Entrepreneurship has always been more than just starting a business – it is an act of courage, resilience, and belief in the power of possibility. My journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship has been shaped by experiences across continents, industries, and extraordinary challenges. It has also underscored the importance of adaptability, […]
Who gets to own South Africa’s greener future?
The just transition will be judged by who gains power and opportunity as much as by the emissions it cuts. Women must help determine both. By Pam Yako Follow the money in South Africa’s transition to a greener economy and you will find the decisions that matter most to women’s empowerment. Who […]
Leading with vision and purpose – the value of women’s leadership
By Prof Linda Meyer, MD at Rosebank International and Visiting Professor at Nelson Mandela University One of the key capacities of a leader is having a vision – the ability to see what an organisation could become and inspire others to help build it. Yet vision gains meaning when it is grounded in a […]
The Green Economy: Unlocking new pathways for women-owned enterprises
By Nasmera Buckus, Chief Operating Officer, Greater Tygerberg Partnership Who gets to participate in South Africa’s next economy? It is a question worth asking as South Africa moves towards a greener, more resource-efficient economy. Because if the green economy is going to deliver meaningful growth, we need to think beyond the companies with […]
Registering your trade mark: How to protect your brand from imitations
By Jessie Taylor A strong brand is one of an organisation’s most valuable assets. Whether it is a government entity, a state-owned enterprise, or a private business, a recognisable name, logo, or slogan helps build trust, establish credibility, and distinguish an organisation from its competitors. However, as brands grow in value, they also become […]
The human advantage: Why the future of work still belongs to people
Sponsored content By Sakeena Adams, Regional People Director, Africa & Middle East at Sage When we talk about the future of work, it feels like it should be a distant concept. But that’s not the case. It’s unfolding in real time, reshaping how we lead, develop talent, and create workplaces where people can […]
Leadership anchored in innovation, integrity and gender empowerment
By Shumirai Chimombe Nisha Kostas, founder and CEO of Niche Integrated Solutions, was the proud recipient of the Top Women Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 Award, sponsored by Standard Bank, for her visionary leadership, tangible achievements, and unwavering commitment to gender empowerment. The prestigious awards ceremony took place on 2 December at the Sandton […]