Tag: governance

Building a reputation is all about consistency. Whether you are unfailingly consistent or consistently unpredictable, you are in the process of building a reputation for yourself. A consistently positive stakeholder experience builds reliability. This reliability, in turn, builds trust and ultimately establishes a strong and positive reputation.

In its drive to meet the ambitious 2025/26 revenue estimate of R1.986 trillion, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has made its expectations clear. Timely, transparent and accurate tax submissions are now the new normal. Central to this approach is the expanded use of third-party data. This applies broadly, including trusts and Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs).

Depth Leadership guides leaders in fulfilling their ethical responsibility to ensure that individuals, communities, and the planet co-exist as creatively, constructively and sustainably as possible. The book explores a transformative leadership approach. This approach is rooted in depth psychology and systems thinking.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become embedded in systems that power organisations, industries and people’s daily lives. Generative AI (GenAI), in particular, is reshaping how organisations operate. In doing so, the technology is driving efficiencies and unlocking new opportunities. However, with this potential comes significant risk.

In 2016 Klaus Schwab, Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum reflected on the intersection of technology and humanity. Schwab expressed concern about how technology like smartphones could affect our compassion and connection with others, possibly depriving us of meaningful engagement.

Family businesses are economic entities ideally positioned to lead in the stewardship of ethical and sustainable practices. Legacy and wealth protection have long informed family business strategy and decisions, stemming from the unique blend of family and business - the relational approach.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping global power dynamics, economic frameworks, and security considerations. While it offers immense opportunities, it also raises significant concerns. These include governance, ethical standards, and its potential use in both civilian and military contexts.

Read our exclusive cover story titled King V - the next chapter for good corporate governance by Parmi Natesan, CEO and Ansie Ramalho, Chair of the King Committee, Institute of Directors South Africa (IoDSA), plus a host of other topical management articles written by professionals, consultants and academics.

As South Africans braced for a heavier tax burden, the 2025 Budget Speech delivered a mix of relief and reality. While tax increases were lower than feared, financial advisers will soon need to navigate a complex landscape of regulatory reforms.

As economic and political dynamics shift in 2025, the South African (SA) Rand risks signal that we could be in for a bumpy ride. However, it might not be all downhill. Looking at the major market forces at play, there are top pressures on the Rand in 2025 that will be decisive for the Rand’s performance in the coming year.