CHIETA is the right mix for the chemical sector
The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) has its mind set on taking the economy forward under the leadership of CEO Yershen Pillay. Ralph Staniforth spoke to the man…
An African dream of transformation, a dream she wants us to follow
After exchanging pleasantries with Dr Judy Dlamini, Chancellor at the University of Witwatersrand (WITS), we jumped straight into profound conversation about the value of education, writes JJ Tabane. I did…
A woman of excellence
Multiple award-winning research professor, Harvard Medical School alumna, professor of Occupational Health and Safety, Board member of several prestigious research organisations including the South African Medical Research Council and Human…
The legacy lives on
South African heritage and culture is significantly reflected in their music. Their work earned them 19 Grammy nominations and 5 Grammy wins. Ladysmith Black Mambazo, might have lost their founding…
COVID-19 ushers in the new normal
When it comes to opening up the economy, the zero to a hundred mode could have merciless results on our already strained economy. Expert on scenario planning, Clem Sunter through…
Impact of the pandemic in Africa
Understanding Africa and Emerging Markets in COVID-19
South Africa leans on the digital economy
With the lurking uncertainty of when the imposed new regulations, intended on reducing the spread of Corona-virus (COVID19) will be lifted it’s clear why everyone is on edge. These safety…
Why people resist advice
Are the answers to the question right in front of us? There’s an old tale about a man who loved drinking coffee but suffered migraines, so he asked the doctor…
Queen of Rail
Pregnant in her teens, Nosipho Siwisa-Damasane could have been just another story of an individual succumbing to circumstances. Instead, the headstrong, gutsy and multi-award winning CEO’s career reflects all the…