https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/610.html South Africa news 15 Management & Leadership news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/610.html en-us Sun, 25 Oct 2026 23:00:17 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/beyond-titles-what-authentic-leadership-and-true-integrity-demand-636841a Leadership is often associated with titles, positions of authority, and the influence that comes with holding senior office. However, after more than two decades in public administration, I have come to appreciate that leadership is not defined by the position one holds, but by the courage to make difficult decisions, the ability to drive change, and the integrity with which one exercises authority. 1-272841 Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ethics-month-dialogue-highlights-need-for-ethical-leadership-and-institutional-trust-636791a Earlier this month, the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), in partnership with the OECD, hosted a high-level Ethics Month dialogue focused on the role of ethics, integrity and leadership in strengthening trust in South Africa's institutions. 1-272791 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:57:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/being-the-change-why-category-leadership-matters-at-kap-969074a In today’s complex economic and social environment, leadership is no longer defined by size, scale, or short-term success alone. True leadership is defined by positive impact, the ability to shape markets, uplift people, and create lasting value. At KAP, category leadership is not about maintaining the status quo, it is about being the change that strengthens industries, enables businesses, and contributes meaningfully to society. 1-272744 Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:04:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/is-your-business-busy-or-productive-5-ways-to-eliminate-operational-friction-292617a An overbooked schedule and a frantic team often give the illusion of a thriving, high-output business. However, constant activity frequently conceals a critical issue: people working at full capacity without delivering strategic value. While busyness offers quick reassurance, true productivity demands intentional focus, strategic clarity, and decisive leadership. 1-272670 Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:16:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/securex-africa-2027-puts-african-market-access-at-the-heart-of-new-show-strategy-181666a Securex Africa 2027 is set to take place at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa from 1-3 June 2027, with a stronger focus on connecting international, regional and local suppliers with buyers and decision-makers from across Africa. 1-272588 Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:55:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/think-like-the-boss-of-your-own-career-292787a Boss’s Day, observed on 16 October this year, is about recognising the role that managers and leaders play in the workplace. But it is also a good day to remember that every worker is the “boss” of their career and can take ownership of their own growth, advancement and, to some extent, their working conditions. 1-272560 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:19:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/navy-suits-and-cognitive-overload-the-science-of-executive-decision-fatigue-969494a On a recent Monday, a Johannesburg executive stood in front of his wardrobe and reached for the same navy suit, a small choice that reflects a larger truth. Barack Obama once said he limited his wardrobe to grey and blue to conserve mental energy for the decisions that actually matter. Strip away the trivial, and you keep your mind for the consequential. Given the current challenges facing South African executives, that instinct isn’t just common sense; it’s survival. 1-272514 Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:53:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/after-30-years-boxer-readies-a-surprise-ceo-transition-in-2027-747652a Boxer Retail Limited has appointed long-standing executive Justin Galloway as CEO-designate, with current chief executive Marek Masojada set to retire at the end of February 2027 after more than 30 years with the discount retailer. 1-272442 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:18:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/richfield-appoints-new-dean-of-it-636561a Dr Kiru Pillay has been appointed dean of the Faculty of Information Technology at Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology, effective 1 October 2026. 1-272411 Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:21:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/psychological-safety-is-the-workplace-superpower-we-dont-talk-about-enough-292957a As South Africa marks Mental Health Awareness Month, businesses are being encouraged to look beyond traditional workplace wellness initiatives and consider a less visible but increasingly important factor in employee wellbeing: psychological safety. 1-272390 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:31:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Management & Leadership South Africa