Projects Archives — Mandatemolefi

With the festive season upon us and our country in the middle of political change, do you find yourself wondering what kind of topics will come up over Christmas lunch or around the New Years braai?

With the festive season upon us and our country in the middle of political change, do you find yourself wondering what kind of topics will come up over Christmas lunch or around the New Years braai?

Momentum is building on issues of gender equity worldwide. Yet as a diversity and inclusion consultant, I am still aware of many organisations where sexism is rampant, and leadership is turning a blind eye. It may be so embedded in the culture and structure of the organisation that no one challenges it. Or it may be “career-limiting”, as I’ve heard many times, to be the lone voice that raises an objection.

As “us” and “them” politics continue to plague our country, I watched the State of the Nation on 16 February with keen interest. Would incoming President Cyril Ramaphosa tackle diversity issues head on? Would his tone be one of inclusion and bridge building? Would transformation and equity feature prominently in his list of priorities for the country?

With the celebration of Mandela’s 100th birthday this month, I’ve been reflecting on the power of the role that Madiba played in South Africa’s story and how many others played their part before and after 1994. Each story brings a new perspective and a different piece to our bigger collective story.