The Great Transition is a period of profound digital transformation where organisations worldwide learn to harness the true potential of both the data they generate daily – and the waves of technological innovation that break upon their shores with increasing frequency, writes Peter Turner, co-founder of Beeline Learn. Leola speaks on her career journey and the unique challenges facing the beverage industry. Tebogo will start in his new position on 1 October 2023.
He describes his career as diverse after spending 33 years in various industries and roles. From exploring the country to relaxing with a book and a good glass of wine, CHROs share how they like to spend their weekends.
Palesa plans to use her passion for people and progress in ways that extend far beyond geographic boundaries. Promoting women ultimately promotes progress for all, say leading women HR executives.
Pamela Xaba is the founder of Nonkosi Creatives, and has over two decades of experience as a corporate HR professional. She is passionate about diversity and inclusion both in workspaces and society.
She says she is most excited about bringing a positive change to Africa Chartered Managers. CHRO South Africa asks the HR community about the challenges they face and how best to address them. Talent strategist Anja van Beek unpacks some of the myths surrounding agile HR.
Sungeetha Sewpersad, chief people officer at Rand Merchant Bank, is excited about the opportunities AI and predictive analytics offer for the HR profession. The value of a business living its culture does not just lie in attracting top employees, but in its ability to retain them, says Anne.
Elanie Kruger, group CHRO at Tsebo Solutions Group, teaches her mentee, Naidene Abrahams, to remain authentic at all times. Breathe CEO Lana Hindmarch unpacks why employees are struggling more now than they did during the pandemic. Transparency and open communication are key for corporate transformation, says Danone HR director Hercules Duvenage.
It's important to never stop learning new things and improving yourself, says HR leader Neridha Moodley
Embracing DEI principles can contribute to a more just, equitable, and prosperous society, writes Nelly Mohale, head of human capital at Decusatio.
Cindy Botha has been nominated for the 2023 CHRO Awards.
Leaders need to take charge in improving workplace mental health writes Sundrie Naidoo HR director at Oneplan Insurance Brigitte Padayachee and her mentee, Tashya Singh, share their thoughts on their mentoring journey.
Humsha Ramgobin aims to drive global HR strategy and gender equality in her new role as group chief HR officer. In today’s workplace, effective leadership is rooted in emotional intelligence (EQ), says panel at CHRO Solutions Summit. Opila Moodley transitions seamlessly into the world of prestige beauty. On 24 August, close to 100 top HR leaders gathered at GIBS to experience the first ever ‘Shark Tank’ CHRO Solutions Summit. CHRO South Africa asked Elsie Pule, group executive for HR at Eskom and her mentee, Thato Dorcas Molise, what they’ve learned from each other.
As Women’s Month draws to an end, we talked to top women HR executives about their journey to the top.
Helping teams innovate in a disrupted world will need agile strategies, writes Gadijah Dolan, head of HR at Payfast
A deeper look at how South Africa’s women executives have approached challenges, and overcome them.
CHRO Dinner discusses how AI and machine learning is fast becoming a reality in performance management.
Kutlwano wants to pave the way for inclusion and diversity.
The dedicated HR leader believes in navigating the heart and soul of business evolution with passion and purpose.
I sometimes feel like she teaches me more than I teach her, says Claudia. Zizile is an unwavering advocate for women's advancement in the steel manufacturing sector.
People director of large industries at Air Liquide Tshepisho Mahlangu speaks on championing transformation and impact through people-centric leadership.
Top women executives find out the secrets behind three powerhouses’ rise to prominence.
A glimpse into Enid Lizamore’s visionary outlook for Heineken Beverages. Mandy’s story is of one woman’s ascent from male-dominated beginnings to the pinnacle of seven summits.
The women of the CFO/CHRO/CIO South Africa communities shared knowledge at a dazzling executive dinner.
The HR exec at Cape Union Mart Group, believes in unleashing the untapped potential of team members in the ever-evolving landscape of HR. A people-centric employer brand helps to drive your business, writes Employee Branding Africa MD Celeste Sirin.
The CA turned talent chief says her accounting background helps her drive success through ethical leadership.
Bobo Mngxali, the head of people and culture at Roche Diagnostics, says it is crucial to be resilient and passionate about the job to be successful in a transition. Embracing technology, upskilling workforce, and prioritising employee wellbeing are top of the list.
Conducting thorough employment and supplier background checks is crucial, writes Sameer Kumandan, managing director of SearchWorks. Artificial Intelligence software can be a great tool to help your team upskill, but it has to be used responsibly, write Greg Fried and Jimmy Winfield, founders of skillfully.co.za.
Ruth is a former HR executive and current group executive corporate & public sector at Maskew Miller Learning. The former Hyundai Automotive SA exec is changing lanes to Motus Retail.
Insaaf describes her leadership style as a fine balance between empowerment and collaboration. Leading HR executives share their current and most impactful reads. The group HR executive at ACSA is in the running for the CHRO of the Year.
The CHRO at Cell C is the latest to join the race for the coveted title of CHRO of the Year. Yvonne Tshepo Mosadi has rejoined Hyundai Automotive SA as HR director effective 1 July.
CHRO Day 2023 reveals that the four-day workweek is NOT a three-day weekend – it’s much more.
CHRO Day 2023 panellists discuss how they’re overcoming challenges unique to state-owned entities.
The keynote speaker for CHRO Day 2023 shared ways to foster innovation with HR leaders.
Leading HR execs shared the personal challenges that changed the way they approach wellness.
Attendees at CHRO Day hear that often the M&A itself doesn’t bring value; value is found in people.
Attendees hear why CHROs need a multidisciplinary approach in the age of AI.
During the session, HR leaders explored inclusivity, safety, and wellbeing in challenging times.
HR leaders gathered at The Leonardo for a day of networking and learning - and to reimagine prosperity for their companies and the country.
International Pride Month is an opportunity to deliberately create environments where diversity thrives.
Themed “Reimagining prosperity”, the 2023 CHRO Day is expected to deliver thought-provoking conversations and insights.
HR execs gathered to discuss retaining talent, superpowers and leading with intention. Just six months into her appointment, Dr Mamello Masia is using her ethos of anti-fragility to adapt.
Workday’s Elevate event took HR to a new level, focusing on transition through technology.
What the Suits can learn from the Sneakers. Revolutionising remote work: How AI empowers HR to optimise recruitment and cultivate a global workforce.
KFC’s new chief people officer has leveraged both HR and operational acumen to advance her career. The country’s top HR leaders speak frankly about inculcating inclusive workspaces for the youth.
Unlocking workforce potential is critical for business success, writes Nelly Mohale, head of Decusatio Human Capital Solutions.
The company leverages tech to step into the gap that traditional methods of career advancement aren’t filling.
The global mining company has made several new appointments. Julia shares the importance of not underestimating the importance of mentorship and seizing opportunities.
In part one of this article, a closer look at how as the digital era advances, older and younger generations collaborate, fostering multi-layered mentorship in the workplace. Chwayita joins the group of nominees up for the prestigious awards.
The seasoned HR executive brings 18 years of experience to the role.
Theo Motshabi will be competing for the 2023 CHRO of the Year award. The HR executive hopes to bring a cumulative 19 years of experience to the new role as human capital executive at Old Mutual Insure. Caroline fell in love with HR through creating and maintaining empowering systems and practices. Community conversation on the lingering consequences of Long Covid.
EOH HR director Malisha Awunor is the latest addition to the 2023 CHRO Awards nominees.
Executives share insights on tackling employee burnout as mental health awareness month comes to a close.
The chief of people at Rectron joins the group of nominees for the prestigious awards.
The seasoned executive has been nominated for her experience in HR.
It’s time for HR professionals to move from “paper pushers” to strategic business partners.
Leaders need to change their thinking around remote work to bring out the best in their people.
Cebile Xulu, people lead at Mondelēz International, speaks about nurturing talent on the continent.
Employer brand futurist Celeste Sirin gives key factors that matter most to Gen Z.
CHRO at SACO CFR Beverly Kirstein prioritises fostering a culture of empathy and flexibility in the workplace.
CHROs say AI is here to stay and should not be seen as a threat to jobs.
She says the talent war is one of South African businesses’ biggest challenges.
Norah is poised to make a significant impact as executive head for human capital at Santam Insurance.
Nedbank’s executive head for transformation and strategy Kershini Govender says transformation is more than just balancing the previously disadvantaged and the historically favoured.
The effects of an always on culture are detrimental to C-Suite HR executives mental wellbeing writes professional certified integral coach Trish Lees.
Dean plans to make a difference by inspiring the organisation's people and communities. The chief people and culture officer of the Standard Bank Group is in the running for the 2023 CHRO Awards. Being unplugged should not necessarily translate to being unproductive, writes Ruth Shogoe, HR executive at Maskew Miller Learning The young leader will be responsible for leading the bank’s human capital department.
Talent, diversity and inclusion strategies will need to be adapted, say HR leaders.
Software engineer turned CHRO Global Kinetic’s Ross Pickford speaks about his passion for people.
Shirley Zinn reassured leading Mother City executives of the value HR brings to the exco table.
Leading CHROs have their say on how best to attract and retain young people within organisations.
Former Heineken HR director Yvonne Tshepo Mosadi is the latest 2023 CHRO Awards nominee.
The long-time general manager of HR at Media24 is the latest addition to the list of nominees for the 2023 CHRO South Africa Awards.
The newly appointed chief people officer at Rand Merchant Bank says the appointment is a realisation of a long-term goal.
Alexander Forbes’ Jonathan Muthige has been nominated for the 2023 CHRO South Africa Awards.
The Alstom CHRO is keen to train more African youngsters in the niche railway transport sector.
Portia will start at Sanlam Corporate on 1 June.
Disregarding third party advocacy in employer branding can be detrimental, warns Celeste Sirin, CEO of Employer Branding Africa. It was a mini-workshop on compassion fatigue that left everyone feeling rejuvenated and re-energised.
Clement aims to keep diversity a key focal point in his organisation this year.
HR leaders engaged each other on the delicate art of business and the role of HR in business. Attendees hear that leaders shouldn’t consider people and business as separate things.
Your organisation’s wisdom at your vocal command
Leola Britton is unlocking talent and inclusion at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
Bryte appoints Tebogo Baloyi as head of HR
Naseem Kathrada brings a wealth of experience to his people skills
Hello weekend: Downtime with CHROs
Meet Palesa Moloi: The HR director championing people and progress in Southern & East Africa
Breaking barriers: what leading HR execs are doing to promote gender equality
Unpacking tall poppy syndrome
Besa Muthuri looks forward to travelling the world in her new role
Facing the challenges head on
Why agile HR is not a quick fix
Sungeetha Sewpersad on charting careers and tech shifts
Fedgroup CHRO Anne Grunow believes in the benefits of putting people first
Mentor vs. Mentee: Elanie Kruger and Naidene Abrahams share their mentorship journey chronicles
Unravelling the worsening wellbeing crisis and charting a path to progress
Danone’s Hercules Duvenage speaks transformation and inclusivity
Q and A with Mentor Neridha Moodley and Asithandile Nokwali
4 reasons diversity, equity and inclusion matter in the workplace
Makosi’s Cindy Botha joins the race for CHRO of the Year 2023
Why mental health in the workplace has become a leadership skill
One on one with Brigitte Padayachee and her mentee Tashya Singh
Humsha Ramgobin leads HR transformation at Mediclinic
The empathy equation: unleashing line managers’ emotional intelligence
Opila Moodley drives transformation and diversity as HR director for the Estée Lauder Companies
Brilliant CHRO Solutions Summit highlights the importance of leading with care
Catching up with Eskom’s Elsie Pule and her mentee Thato Dorcas Molise
Inspiring women’s secrets of success
Key strategies for navigating disruption with AI and human ingenuity
Women’s Dinner unpacks the trek to the top
CHRO dinner explores the integration between man and machine
Rectron's Kutlwano Rawana takes the helm as Group HR & Transformation executive at Mustek Group
Connecting, collaborating and capacitating is what makes e4’s Phylla Jele tick
A Q & A with Echo’s Claudia Sefatsa and her mentee, Ntsako Maswanganyi
Zizile Lushaba charts path to empower women in steel industry
From union negotiations to people-centric leadership: The HR journey of Tshepisho Mahlangu
Women’s Dinner reveals the roadmap to the top
Enid Lizamore on charting a course for success
Mandy Ramsden shares her quest for joy and triumph at the CFO/CHRO/CIO South Africa Women’s Event
Over 300 executive women gather to share personal stories of summiting, success and self-worth
Rishi Ramgulam’s take on unleashing human potential and the evolving role of HR in retail
Propelling business through a people-centric employer brand
Five questions for SAPRO chief talent architect Wiedaad Shaik
Bobo Mngxali: leading transition with purpose
HR executives explore heightened challenges in the industry
Mitigating risks and strengthening trust: the crucial role of background checks
Meet your learning buddy, ChatGPT: keen, creative, tireless – and not quite trustworthy
Ruth Shogoe asks: is career pivoting the new normal?
Khanya Magudulela moves to Motus Retail as HR executive
Insaaf Daniels believes in a combination of empowerment and collaboration
The weekend read
ACSA’s Lungile Langa nominated for 2023 CHRO Awards
Juba Mashaba joins the race for CHRO of the Year
Yvonne Tshepo Mosadi switches gears and returns to Hyundai
Demystifying the seductive four-day workweek
SOE HR leaders teach the elephant in the room to dance
Jos Dirkx explains how to unleash the power of great ideas
CHRO Day 2023 reveals that HR executives are human too!
CHRO Day 2023: Navigating a seamless M&A transition
CHRO Day 2023: HR leaders learn how to recruit – and retain – the right data team
CHRO Day 2023 panel discusses nurturing deep emotional connections with employees
CHRO Day 2023: Inspiring HR execs during a day of insight, lessons, and exquisite cuisine
Embrace diversity and belonging, says Donald Khumalo
CHRO Day is set to be full of insight, conversation and fun!
CHRO Dinner explores employee retention in today’s economic climate
Mamello Masia’s winning formula of being agile and anti-fragile in the world of HR
Key metrics for better people practices, a boundaryless way of work
Part 2 - The genius of the generation gap
The global market in the age of AI
Nolo Thobejane on coming full circle in leadership and success at KFC
Youth Day: Unlock the power of age through holistic strategies
Three essentials to unlock the potential of your workforce
Yugrow founders believe in providing holistic career support for women to grow and thrive
Anglo American rejigs senior management, appoints people and organisation director
BMW’s Julia Modise: Paying it forward is my biggest flex as an HR leader
Part 1 - The genius of the generation gap
Chwayita Shude adds 2023 CHRO Awards nominee to her list of accomplishments
Sanjana Joshua joins FirstRand Group as group head of talent
Theo Motshabi joins 2023 CHRO Awards nominees
Palesa Ntoagae to bring wealth of experience to Old Mutual Insure
Caroline Sewell knows culture’s at the heart of a great people strategy
Navigating the long-term effects of Long Covid on employee productivity
Malisha Awunor nominated for 2023 CHRO Awards
HR leaders crack the code on employee burnout
Kutlwano Rawana adds CHRO Awards nominee to her impressive resumé
Norma Teyise joins the race for 2023 CHRO of the Year
Chanique Dodo is embracing the digital era
Dr Rozett Phillips urges HR executives to embrace remote work
Africa Day: Is Africa the new global talent pool?
From purpose to performance: how Gen Z’s values impact your brand and employee success
Beverly Kirstein shares the key to cultivating empathy and wellness in the workplace
Embracing the future: AI-driven transformations in HR departments gain momentum
CPO Elke Mackridge emphasises the importance of EVP
CHRO Norah Sehunoe thrives on purpose-driven leadership
Kershini Govender links purpose with transformation
Who guards the guardians?
Merensky Limited welcomes Dean Naidoo as group executive: HR and social capital
Standard Bank’s Sharon Taylor joins 2023 CHRO Awards nominees
Top tips on staying productive through loadshedding
African Bank announces new CPO, Gcobisa Ntshona
What South Africa’s new official language means for the workplace
Ross Pickford is in the business of helping people be the best version of themselves
HR execs valued more now than ever before, says Prof. Shirley Zinn
The art of attracting and retaining GenZ workers
HR leader Yvonne Mosadi is the latest 2023 CHRO Awards nominee
Shelagh Goodwin nominated for 2023 CHRO Awards
CHRO Sungeetha Sewpersad shares how she realised her career goals
HR Executive Jonathan Muthige gets the nod for 2023 CHRO Awards
International citizen CHRO Penelope Hlubi talks about travel, skills and opportunities
Portia Mogale appointed as human capital executive for Sanlam Corporate
Three tools to boost employer brand
The CHRO Cape Town Summit puts HR leaders at the forefront of self-care
MultiChoice’s Clement O'Reilly nominated for 2023 CHRO Awards
CHRO Cape Town Summit: HR professionals explore board expectations, burnout and self care
CHRO Cape Town Summit unpacks the art of doing business













