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Female empowerment essential for all South African businesses

11 August 2016

While there are still a lot of preconceived notions about women in our society, some might still believe the myth that women cannot possibility give their all to their careers, or to the same extent that men do, because women have children. However, this is not true because most females have learned over the years how to successfully balance their work and personal life schedules.

Failure of businesses more likely and insolvencies will increase by +10%

10 August 2016

The failure of South African businesses is more likely and insolvencies will increase by +10% y/y in 2016 according to a study by global leader in trade credit insurance, Euler Hermes entitled “2016 – A tough year”. This will be the first outright deterioration since 2009 and the global financial crisis.

Gender equality in the workplace - SA is getting it right

08 August 2016

According to the World Economic Forum’s 2015 Global Gender Gap Index, South Africa ranked 17th out of 145 countries when it comes to closing the gender gap, ranking above both the UK (18) and the USA (28). These statistics highlight the fact that despite South Africa being a developing nation, the country is definitely progressive in terms of gender equality in the workplace.

No, women can't have it all - Women's month

04 August 2016

This is not a pity-party, but rather a reality check for women. As we approach Women’s Month celebrated in August, I have begun to think about the challenges of being a female leader. The reality is that if a woman wants the career (where she travels the world) and she wants to have the family (in my case a blended one), but at the same time she also wants to be physically active and spend time with her extended family while also being in a healthy, happy relationship with their partner, it is obvious that something will have to give.

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If you had to hazard a guess, when do you reckon the COFI Bill will be signed into law?

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2026, as promised 2027 looks more likely Impossible to say More consultation needed

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