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CGISA Featured in Business Day – Integrated Reporting Awards

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

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

In January 2025, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) updated its Sustainability Disclosure Guidance to align

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, 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

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

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 

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

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

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

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

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 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

Caroline Scott,, Marketing Manager, CGISA In South Africa’s fast-changing governance landscape, the company secretary plays a crucial, often

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

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

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

Corporate governance is facing a critical moment. In South Africa, where the IoDSA King IV™ Report on Corporate Governance1 principles

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

Stephen Sadie, CEO, CGISA The old saying “Transport is about getting from A to B” is the understatement

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

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

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?

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

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

27 April 2023 Stephen Sadie, CGISA CEO These days, you can go to any party, family gathering or

Notice on moves to form a rival Body for Company Secretaries

There have been some calls for the formation of an organisation to cater for those who perform Company