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In addition to hosting CPD training events, we conduct in-house governance training for delegates at various organisations, ranging from state-owned entities and government departments to public and private companies.

Premier Corporate Governance Conference
Since its inception in 2009, the conference has been a leading event in Southern Africa. It offers attendees up-to-date information, interactive sessions, and insights from industry experts.
Integrated Reporting Awards
Hosted by the Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa and the JSE Limited, the Integrated Reporting Awards have celebrated corporate reporting excellence since 1956.
These awards emphasise transparent financial reporting and stakeholder disclosure. Companies voluntarily submit their reports for peer comparison and to showcase good governance.

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South Africa doesn’t have a governance framework problem. It has a people problem.
South Africa doesn’t have a governance framework problem. It has a people problem.
By Stephen Sadie, CGISA CEO South Africa is not short of a governance framework. It arguably has one
Listen: SAFM interview with CGISA CEO, Stephen Sadie on the role of the company secretary
Listen: SAFM interview with CGISA CEO, Stephen Sadie on the role of the company secretary
In an interview on SAfm The Full Circle with host Bridget Masinga on 30 March 2026, Stephen Sadie,
Governance is all about the ‘who’
Governance is all about the ‘who’
By Stephen Sadie, CGISA CEO I have been thinking for some time about the ‘who’ in governance. Who
ESG integration: From compliance to competitive advantage
ESG integration: From compliance to competitive advantage
Siphosihle Nongogo, Technical Manager Introduction ESG – short for Environmental, Social, and Governance – represents a framework of
Southern Africa takes three wins at the Global Governance Awards 2026
Southern Africa takes three wins at the Global Governance Awards 2026
We are proud to announce the Southern African winners at the Global Governance Awards 2026, hosted by CSIA (of
Watch: Radio 702 interview with Elsabe Kirsten, FCG, and Charmaine Manzini, ACG | 51-Minute Podcast
Watch: Radio 702 interview with Elsabe Kirsten, FCG, and Charmaine Manzini, ACG | 51-Minute Podcast
What does it truly mean to be a company secretary in today’s evolving governance landscape? Global Corporate Secretary
Guardians of integrity: Stepping forward when governance matters most
Guardians of integrity: Stepping forward when governance matters most
By Caroline Scott, CGISA Marketing Manager A graduation ceremony marks achievement, but it also signals accountability. On 19
Listen: Business 360 Radio Veritas interview with CGISA CEO, Stephen Sadie
Listen: Business 360 Radio Veritas interview with CGISA CEO, Stephen Sadie
CGISA CEO, Stephen Sadie, joins presenters Karen Goldstone-Hoffman and Sifiso Ndwandwe on Radio Veritas’ Business 360 show to
Watch: Introduction to the King V™ Code on Corporate Governance
Watch: Introduction to the King V™ Code on Corporate Governance
For this webinar, CGI Global and CGI Southern Africa teamed up to explore the latest King V™ Code*,
CGISA Featured in Business Day – Integrated Reporting Awards
CGISA Featured in Business Day – Integrated Reporting Awards
Media Release: CGISA-JSE Integrated Reporting Awards 2025
Media Release: CGISA-JSE Integrated Reporting Awards 2025
Johannesburg, 14 November 2025 – The Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa (CGISA) and Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE)
Winners of the 2025 Integrated Reporting Awards
Winners of the 2025 Integrated Reporting Awards
The quiet line of defence: Why company secretaries are central to the global fight against financial crime
The quiet line of defence: Why company secretaries are central to the global fight against financial crime
When TD Bank agreed to pay $3 billion in penalties last year, the headlines focused on the usual
From talk to action: How SA companies should make sustainability a board-level strategy
From talk to action: How SA companies should make sustainability a board-level strategy
In January 2025, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) updated its Sustainability Disclosure Guidance to align
CGISA CEO Interviewed on SAFM Market Update
CGISA CEO Interviewed on SAFM Market Update
The CEO was interviewed on SAFM Market Update on 23 July 2025. The five-minute podcast provides an interesting
CGISA CEO gives governance perspective on CoJ service delivery in Newzroom Afrika interview
CGISA CEO gives governance perspective on CoJ service delivery in Newzroom Afrika interview
CGISA CEO, Stephen Sadie, appeared on Newzroom Afrika on the evening of 26 July 2025 to discuss the
CGISA CEO weighs in on SA Tourism Board in Newzroom Afrika interview
CGISA CEO weighs in on SA Tourism Board in Newzroom Afrika interview
On the evening of 23 August 2025, CGISA CEO Stephen Sadie joined Newzroom Afrika to weigh in on governance challenges at South African Tourism.
Media Release: Governance in the spotlight with the crisis of leadership at SA Tourism Board
Media Release: Governance in the spotlight with the crisis of leadership at SA Tourism Board
Johannesburg, 21 August 2025 – “The Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa (CGISA) takes grave exception to the
Water governance in crisis: Why transparency and sustainability matter more than ever
Water governance in crisis: Why transparency and sustainability matter more than ever
South Africa has been pushed to the brink by the degradation and mismanagement of essential infrastructure, namely water
Board appointments under fire: What governance scandals teach us about doing things the right way
Board appointments under fire: What governance scandals teach us about doing things the right way
Governance failures go a long way in eroding trust in both institutions and the processes they deploy. South
The company secretary: A vocal advocate for good corporate governance
The company secretary: A vocal advocate for good corporate governance
As the custodian of corporate governance, the company secretary is uniquely positioned to champion ethical conduct and accountability within an organisation.
Director remuneration in South Africa: A governance perspective in light of the Companies Amendment Act
Director remuneration in South Africa: A governance perspective in light of the Companies Amendment Act
The proposed Companies Amendment Bills introduce important reforms that will significantly affect how companies disclose, report, and justify the pay of directors and prescribed officers.
Mastering the AGM: 10 essential tips for company secretaries and governance professionals
Mastering the AGM: 10 essential tips for company secretaries and governance professionals
The company secretary or governance professional has a vital role in ensuring the AGM runs smoothly and complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
The evolving role of the company secretary: Trends and examples
The evolving role of the company secretary: Trends and examples
The role of the company secretary has transformed significantly, evolving from a primarily administrative function to a strategic leadership position.
Navigating boardroom dynamics: The company secretary’s role in enabling effective governance
Navigating boardroom dynamics: The company secretary’s role in enabling effective governance
Caroline Scott,, Marketing Manager, CGISA In South Africa’s fast-changing governance landscape, the company secretary plays a crucial, often
Update on our Institute
Update on our Institute
Stephen Sadie, CEO, CGISA CGISA is developing a strong reputation for its thought leadership on governance. In 2023,
The role of AI in corporate governance: Ethical adoption and workflow optimisation
The role of AI in corporate governance: Ethical adoption and workflow optimisation
Across every sector and industry worldwide, artificial intelligence (AI) is having a profound impact on how businesses operate.
The Evolving Boardroom: 10 Governance Trends Reshaping South African Business
The Evolving Boardroom: 10 Governance Trends Reshaping South African Business
South African boardrooms are undergoing a transformation. Rapid advances in digital technology, tightening regulatory requirements, and increasing stakeholder
Addressing today’s boardroom challenges: A governance playbook
Addressing today’s boardroom challenges: A governance playbook
Corporate governance is facing a critical moment. In South Africa, where the IoDSA King IV™ Report on Corporate Governance1 principles
Qualifications and fiduciary duties
Qualifications and fiduciary duties
Adrienne Mattiuzzo, Technical Manager, CGISA Introduction Governance scandals have abounded over recent times with one of the more
Getting from A to B ain’t so easy anymore
Getting from A to B ain’t so easy anymore
Stephen Sadie, CEO, CGISA The old saying “Transport is about getting from A to B” is the understatement
Five reasons to love corporate governance
Five reasons to love corporate governance
The top reason to love corporate governance? It builds trust – the most valuable currency in business.
Top tips for Company Secretaries and Governance Professionals to start the year strong
Top tips for Company Secretaries and Governance Professionals to start the year strong
CGISA knows that the start of a new year is a crucial time to set the tone for effective governance support throughout the year.
Celebrating the best in integrated reporting
Celebrating the best in integrated reporting
CGISA proudly unveiled the winners of its 68th Integrated Reporting Awards (IRA), held in partnership with the JSE at the Wanderers Club on November 13, 2024.
Water Governance: Who is looking after our water?
Water Governance: Who is looking after our water?
27 March 2024 Stephen Sade, CGISA CEO For the past few weeks in March, my taps have been
CGISA expresses concerns over poor governance at COJ
CGISA expresses concerns over poor governance at COJ
10 February 2023 Stephen Sadie, CGISA CEO 1We note with disappointment the contents of a letter, dated 30
Governance entropy at Eskom – CEO in Financial Mail
Governance entropy at Eskom – CEO in Financial Mail
27 April 2023 Stephen Sadie, CGISA CEO These days, you can go to any party, family gathering or
