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CGF ARTICLES, OPINIONS & EDITORIALS

Responsible Investing in South Africa (2012-10-29)

Given the height of the social unrest currently being experienced in South Africa, and considering the manner in which the media and global rating agencies have portrayed our country as heading toward a downward spiral; it’s imperative noting the impact this situation brings upon South Africa and its business communities.

More good news needed in South Africa (2012-10-17)

Considering all the bad news we hear about in the media about South Africa, undoubtedly there’s a need to hear more about the good deeds being done by companies and individuals.

Taking privacy to the next level (2012-10-10)

What is ‘privacy’, and why is it important?  

When the D&O cover is not enough (2012-10-08)

In the constantly changing area of director’s and prescribed officer’s (D&O) liability, it has become clear that significant D&O exposures are no longer limited; recent legislative and regulatory developments require prudent companies to take a fresh look at D&O exposures and related insurance coverage issues.

Diplomacy: A fine line of truth (2012-09-27)

The word ‘diplomacy’ may conjure many thoughts; and certainly the manner in which it is applied today may not be that different in our rapidly changing world, as compared to times gone by.

Leadership development with a difference (2012-09-04)

The modern day worker cannot be deceived with promises of quick and easy solutions and a perfect world. The challenges we face at work are multidimensional.

To sue or not to sue, that is the question: Arbitration (2012-08-31)

There are many reasons why organisations across the globe are paying more attention to the practice of arbitration.  

Governing organisations on equal basis: Non-profit organizations (NPOs) (2012-08-22)

There’s a proverb that says, “what’s sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander” - this expression can also generally be interpreted to mean “what’s good for the male is also good for the female.”

Dismissing the UK Bribery Act could spell danger for SA companies (2012-08-01)

Whilst the UK Bribery Act 2010 (‘the Act’) came into effect in July 2011 in the UK and repeals all other anti-bribery legislation in the UK, there are numerous implications the Act may have upon South African companies and its impacts could be felt far and wide, says Terry Booysen, CEO of CGF Research Institute (Pty) Ltd.

Something brewing after decades of talk: UK Bribery Act 2010 (2012-07-19)

The world could learn a few lessons through the actions taken by the United States, considering the manner in which they have taken concrete steps against bribery and corruption.