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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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Manie Lombard

Opinion and features

Finance celebrates 2025 in their rainbow garden: a place of people, progress and purpose

Finance had a very vibrant year end function with the theme -“Rainbow Garden” on 14 November 2025 and I want to reflect on what that means for us — not just in...

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Elizabeth Michaels

Awards and milestones

Nothing is ever too much trouble for Libby

Facilities Management writes:

We are very pleased to nominate Elizabeth Michaels for special recognition for the incredible support she provides as our...

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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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