Does the Constitutional Court Prioritise the Rights of the Politically Connected Above the Rights of Citizens?
A recent Constitutional Court judgement (9 April 2025) decided that it is unconstitutional to prevent municipal employees from holding office in political parties. Does this mean that Fikile Mbalula, Helen Zille, and Jacob Zuma could now…
The State of Affairs of the Nation
In June 2024, I wrote an article reflecting on the role of ethical leadership in upholding the values of the Constitution to ensure that the state of the South African nation improves. A few months later, one must wonder whether the tide…
The time to remoralise local government is now
In a recent address, the Auditor-General, Ms Tsakani Maluleke, reflected that, despite efforts and guidance through the audit process, financial governance in municipalities remained a persistent challenge. She spoke about the importance…
Leading with integrity: Embracing ethical leadership for a better future
With the 2024 national election now in the past, one cannot help but wonder what the future holds for South Africa. Many promises were made during the election, but it remains to be seen if these promises will be honoured. Transposing the…
Whistleblowing is not the magic cure for unethical behaviour. But there is a place for it.
Whistleblowing and the safeguarding of whistleblowers are widespread practices globally. Many organisations believe that implementing a safe reporting (whistleblowing) system will effectively address their ethical challenges. Some…
Ethics positioning elevated to a strategic imperative
Elevating the institutionalisation of ethics to a strategic imperative, necessitates a concerted and integrated approach. It requires all stakeholders to be aware of their responsibilities and to ensure the ethical utilisation of…