Welcome to the October edition of Public Sector Leaders!
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In his letter to the nation, penned on Monday, 14 October 2024, His Excellency President Ramaphosa focused on the 100+ days of the GNU and South Africa’s economic growth prospects.“ South Africans across society are increasingly rallying around the programme and work of the Government of National Unity. In an opinion poll conducted by Ipsos in South Africa, it is said that the proportion of participants who believe that the country is heading in the right direction has doubled since the last surveys were conducted in April and June this year,” – H.E. Ramaphosa
Our October Cover Icons are the women leading the way at VEA Road Maintenance and Civils: Managing Director, Thoko Tshabalala - Shandu (Managing Director), Georgina Motho (Site Operations Manager), Terry-Anne Hart (Contract Manager), Bernice Brandt (Site Agent) and Carisha Mughoo (Health and Safety Officer). Under Thoko’s leadership, VEA Road Maintenance & Civils has built a reputation for excellence, breaking barriers and setting new standards in the roadworks and civil construction industries. In October we focus on transport and maritime matters, so who better to be our Trailblazer than Vice Admiral Monde Lobese, the current Chief of the South African Navy? He has led an extraordinary life marked by bravery, resilience, and commitment to his country and his profession – which has earned him numerous honours and awards. Our Woman in Leadership is Minister Barbara Creecy D, a long-standing figure in South African politics, who was appointed Minister of Transport on 3 July 2024 under the newly established GNU.
Taking a broader dive into marine matters, we caught up with Nicky Stander, Head of Conservation at the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB) to give insight into the life of the unique African penguin, why it is at significant risk of extinction, and the efforts being undertaken to save the species. Continuing with the nautical focus, if you are interested in our Navy’s work in Antarctica, look no further than these pages! In our Regular Features, our Sporting Action article celebrates the progress made by the Springbok Women’s team as they prepare for next year’s World Cup. Financial Fitness shows you how you can take advantage of low interest rates and our Legal Matters article provides the latest on removing red tape for VISAS. Chief Economist Wandile Sihlobo offers expert insights on South Africa’s Q3 from an agricultural perspective and Mmaki Jantjies (PhD) returns as a Contributor in a timeous article, weaving tech, transport and climate change into one.
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