RAMANI NAIDOO ENERGISES INCREASED ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY IN HER ROLE AS CGF HONORARY PATRON (2018-10-15)
There is old-age adage that goes: “If you want something done, ask a busy person to do it.” As this phrase evolved through the years,
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SUCCESSION PLANNING WILL BE AFFECTED BY NEW GENERATIONAL THINKERS (2018-10-01)
Organisational succession planning, and the associated management and implementation of such plans, has traditionally been viewed as a long-term, deliberate and well-thought-out process. This thinking
GDPR SUBSTANTIALLY CHANGES THE MANNER IN WHICH PERSONAL DATA IS TREATED (2018-09-10)
In recent months, there has been much discussion and focus on GDPR -- the new European Union (‘EU’) General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 -- which
IS ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION ALL IT’S MADE OUT TO BE? (2018-08-15)
In today’s fast-paced business environment, where time is of the essence, any manner in which processes can be streamlined, made more efficient, and concluded within
ETHICS: HAVE WE LOST HOPE? (2018-07-24)
Being able to speak the truth, without the fear of being intimidated or being politically incorrect is a liberty that sets a person free, both
THE COMPANY SECRETARY: FROM COMPANY ADMINISTRATOR TO GOVERNANCE LEADER (2018-06-19)
The role of a company secretary is broad and onerous to say the least and, if this post is not occupied by a competent person
THE NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE CAN SECURE THE BOARD’S LONG-TERM HEALTH (2018-06-13)
Corporate failures result from poor governance. There are a multitude of reasons for poor governance, but at the heart lies the composition and effectiveness of
DAVID LOXTON’S LEGAL AND CRIMINAL EXPERIENCE BODES WELL FOR A CGF HONORARY PATRONSHIP (2018-06-04)
As one of the country’s foremost criminal authorities in the fraud, theft, forgery and corruption arena -- known generally as white-collar crime -- David Loxton
MANAGING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST MUST BE A PRIORITY FOR SOCIETY, BUSINESS AND LEADERS (2018-05-23)
The media reports are full of such stories; albeit cheating in sports, State capture, wide-scale corruption at governmental, provincial, municipal, parastatal, corporate and the private
XBRL® FACILITATES STANDARDISED BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL REPORTING GLOBALLY (2018-04-16)
Standards affect almost every aspect of daily living. They set a certain benchmark level of quality or attainment, and they may be used as a
NEW APPOINTMENT: JUNADI JOOSTE ADDS MORE STRENGTH TO CGF’S BROAD RANGE OF COMPANY SECRETARIAT FUNCTIONS (2018-04-11)
We are pleased to welcome Junadi Jooste as the newest member to join CGF’s team of Lead Independent Consultants. Junadi has acquired a wealth of
WHY ALL ORGANISATIONS SHOULD PUBLISH A MEANINGFUL INTEGRATED REPORT (2018-03-26)
Most modern, well-governed organisations are acutely aware of the need for their businesses to be run in an ethical and socially-conscious manner and for this
ASSESSING THE VALUE OF WORKPLACE WELLNESS (2018-03-19)
The Board is responsible for overseeing and monitoring the execution of the organisation’s strategic plan by, inter alia, driving a culture of accountability through appropriate
SOUTH AFRICA: INTERNAL AUDITORS KEPT ON TOES WITH AMENDED INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES FRAMEWORK (2018-02-22)
New standards, guidelines, codes and laws are being regularly implemented to update and improve the international regulatory environment in which businesses operate. In many instances,
EVOLVED MODELS OF COMBINED ASSURANCE BOLSTER ORGANISATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT (2018-01-30)
Organisations can no longer operate only for the economically-driven rationale of generating a profit for their shareholders and investors. Organisations are an integral part of
LEADERSHIP IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ACHIEVING GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE OUTCOMES (2018-01-23)
With the media spotlight on the dismal state of governance in some of South Africa’s public and private organisations, as well as many of its
NEW APPOINTMENT: CGF STRENGTHENS ITS HUMAN CAPITAL PORTFOLIO TO BOLSTER ITS GOVERNANCE SERVICES (2018-01-22)
CGF is delighted to welcome a renowned South African Human Capital specialist, Hannes Janse van Rensburg as the newest member of its team of Lead
HONORARY PATRONSHIP - MONICA SINGER'S TECHNOLOGICAL SAVVY WEIGHS IN ON GOOD GOVERNANCE (2017-11-06)
CGF is exceptionally proud and pleased to announce that Monica Singer (CA (SA)) has agreed to join the prestigious ranks of CGF’s Honorary Patrons. Monica
HONORARY PATRONSHIP: MONICA SINGER’S TECHNOLOGICAL SAVVY WEIGHS IN ON GOOD GOVERNANCE (2017-11-06)
CGF is exceptionally proud and pleased to announce that Monica Singer (CA (SA)) has agreed to join the prestigious ranks of CGF’s Honorary Patrons. Monica
MONICA SINGER APPOINTED AS HONORARY PATRON OF CGF RESEARCH (2017-10-31)
Blockchain Business Ambassador accepts 2-year role. Current Blockchain Creator of Opportunities at ConsenSys Monica Singer has accepted an appointment as Honorary Patron of CGF Research
IGNORE STAKEHOLDERS AT YOUR PERIL (2017-10-05)
Recent local and international headlines have been explosive in their exposure of the involvement of large organisations in the perpetuation of political instability and increased
WHY NON-EXECUTIVES SHOULDN’T DO IT FOR THE FEES ALONE (2017-09-15)
While the board attendance fees paid to Non-Executive Directors (‘NEDs’) may be a strong incentive for certain individuals to avail themselves for these boardroom positions,
D&O LIABILITY INSURANCE: AN ESSENTIAL COMPONENT OF AN ORGANISATION’S RISK-MITIGATION TOOLBOX (2017-08-16)
Directors and officers of all organisations are facing an increased risk of personal exposure. Their roles and responsibilities have become progressively more onerous in recent
LET’S MAKE THE GRASS GREENER ON OUR SIDE! (2017-08-02)
This month, with the support of Wot-If? Trust who provided CGF decorative teddy-bear cushions for children’s beds, I set out to visit Philile Diepsloot, an
A THRIVING ORGANISATIONAL CULTURE DRIVES EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT (2017-07-17)
Culture shapes the wellness of individuals, businesses, communities and nations. Although it is not static and can change, it generally manifests itself in the behaviour
NEW APPOINTMENT: LISA WILLEMSE READY TO TACKLE CIPC SERVICES (2017-07-13)
We are pleased to welcome Lisa Willemse as the newest member to join CGF’s team of Lead Independent Consultants. Lisa has acquired a wealth of
IMPORTANT STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR RECESSIONARY TIMES (2017-07-11)
Instead of only focusing on what costs can be reduced, important strategic questions should be asked when organisations don’t perform financially. These include: What business
POLYGRAPH TESTING: IS IT A LEGITIMATE MEANS TO CURTAIL CRIMINAL BEHAVIOUR IN THE WORKPLACE? (2017-07-07)
As part of organisations risk-management strategies, organisations are continuously considering ways to prevent and address economic crimes perpetuated in the workplace, and -- if used
SOUTH AFRICA’S RECESSION HITS IMPOVERISHED CHILDREN EVEN HARDER (2017-06-08)
The Philile Foundation (‘the Foundation’) has an amazing vision for their organisation and the children under their care. Their vision is a South Africa where
THE FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE CENTRE ACT IS AMENDED: IT NOW NEEDS IMPLEMENTATION (2017-06-05)
With South Africa already on precarious ground as a result of its alleged ‘state capture’; not least also the effects of South Africa being downgraded