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Opinion and features

What story did you leave behind this year?

One of my happy places is the beautiful seaside town of Stilbaai. Here I breathe and relax. And go for walks on the beautiful beach where you can get lost in...
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Sanet van Zyl

Awards and milestones

Sanet brings consistency and calmness to the team

Finance writes:

In an environment where change seems to be the only constant, it is rare to have someone who brings so much consistency and calmness to a team...

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Gary Muizenheimer

Awards and milestones

Gary a master in juggling the diversity in his portfolio

Innovation and Commercialisation writes:

Gary is responsible for the day-to-day management of SUNCOM and Factory 209 (Pty) Ltd (F209), a wholly owned subsidiary...

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Karen Swart

Awards and milestones

Karen’s work ethic and passion for excellence etched into the history of Maties Sport

Maties Sport writes:

Karen Swart has a long history with Stellenbosch University and Maties Sport. Karen started her journey at Maties Sport in 2000, appointed...

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Erika Ward

Awards and milestones

Erika is truly a jewel in the Pandora box of IT

Information Technology writes:

Erika is one of the most direct, fair, and uplifting people in IT. Her wealth of knowledge about her environment, combined with...

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Koleka Mhlontlo

Awards and milestones

Koleka is the crucial link between students and financial services

Finance Division writes:

Koleka Mhlontlo is the accountant in our division responsible for liaising with students. She is the very crucial link between students...

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Bennie Malan

Awards and milestones

Bennie instrumental in securing an affordable meal option for NSFAS students

By Innovation and Commercialisation

Bennie Malan manages 16 fully operational kitchens and 12 serving kitchens with a team of 350 staff. In addition to this, he...

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