A busted myth, or scientific possibility?
We live in a time when ethics often feels more like a buzzword than a benchmark. Especially in recent years, it has become a headline grabber, frequently quoted but rarely practised. From scandals to whispered cover-ups, society has good…
Who Is Watching the Watchers? South Africa’s Political Appointments and the Crisis of Ethical Governance
“They are not just protecting criminals—they are obstructing justice.” These are not the words of an opposition politician or activist. They are the words of a senior police officer: KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General…
Employee cynicism: A slow death for your organisation
The majority of organisations have some level of awareness regarding the importance of cultivating sustainable ethical cultures over time. An ethical culture is the collective ethics mindset of the organisation. It develops over many…
Gender Equality in South Africa Demands More Than Policy — It Needs Ethical Leadership
Gender equality continues to be one of South Africa’s most pressing societal challenges. Despite decades of progress, the country continues to grapple with issues related to safety, empowerment, and the upliftment of marginalised…
Whistleblowers Are Not the Problem – Our Culture Is
Ethical culture plays a crucial role in shaping behaviour, decision-making, and accountability in any community or organisation. Whistleblowers expose misconduct, corruption, or unethical behaviour in these environments. They play a vital…
Morality, AI and the Future of Humanity
Two pressing questions shape our time: What is the moral state of humanity? How powerful will Artificial Intelligence (AI) become? At first glance, these questions may appear unrelated. But allow me to explain. Think about international…
The Dangers of Euphemistic Language in Reporting Unethical Behaviour
The Merriam Webster Dictionary defines Euphemistic language, or euphemism, as “the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something that is unpleasant.” In simpler terms, the purpose of…
The Diminishing Value of Employees
In recent years, employees have increasingly been stripped of their right to be human – to be living beings with the natural ability to think freely, feel, and respond. The widespread stoic behaviour exhibited by employees stems from…
The ethical imperative of voting
As South Africa gears up for the 2024 election, the importance of voting becomes ever more apparent in its political landscape. Voting serves as the bedrock of democracy, allowing citizens to voice their current needs and future…
Combatting Voter Apathy Among South African Youth – The Moral Obligation to Vote
On May 29, 2024, South Africa will hold its next general elections to choose a new National Assembly. The imperative for robust voter turnout, particularly among young people and the wider South African populace, has reached unprecedented…