Know more about the Gray Matter Lounge App. If you haven’t downloaded it as yet, use the QR codes in the Gray Matter Lounge App Information Pack or search the app on your Apple App Store or Google Play Store. As many of you know, we...
Are you voting? Elections are around the corner! This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the first Democratic Elections in South Africa. The date for the elections has been set for the 29th of May 2024 but for those who are casting special votes, the polls...
Event: Business Masterclasses Date: Ongoing throughout the year. See themes, dates and topics below: Theme: Design Thinking 15 May 2024 – Startup Strategy 29 May 2024 – Lean market/ Customer validation and experiments Theme: Validation and GTM (Go to Market) 12 June 2024 – Digital Marketing &...
Dear Fellows, As we stand on the threshold of 2024, I extend a heartfelt welcome to each and every one of you, to what promises to be a year filled with growth, discovery, and remarkable achievements. The beginning of a new year is always a time of...
We are thrilled to share the exciting news that one of our valued Allan Gray Orbis Fellows, Tshidiso Ramogale, has recently played a significant role in a landmark case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). As Junior Counsel representing South Africa, Tshidiso contributed to the...
Congratulations to Hope Ditlhakanyane for receiving the Business Advisor of the Year Award from the Africa Startup Ecosystem Builders. This prestigious accolade acknowledges individuals who provide exceptional guidance and support to startups within their community, country, and beyond. Hope's dedication to using entrepreneurship as a...
Dive into this captivating Harvard Business Review piece that unveils the secrets to retaining top-notch employees. Discover the strategies organizations employ to safeguard their invaluable talent, as we delve into the reasons behind employee dissatisfaction and unveil practical solutions for cultivating a workplace that's not...
2023 has been a year full of amazing achievements and ventures from Fellows. We are delighted to share these feats achieved by Fellows throughout the year and look forward to the new heights that Fellows reach next year. Congratulations to Fellows Ben Shaw and Lorne...
Written by Thabang Mahlafunya A little while back, one of the cupboard doors in my kitchen came loose. It was the door to the cupboard housing our precious snacks, and I jokingly told my wife that it would help us build summer bodies over winter. She...
Written by Christopher Young CA (SA) In the modern business landscape, personal branding has become more than a buzzword; it's a vital aspect of professional development and career growth. While personal branding is often associated with self-promotion and individual success, its alignment with company goals is...
Every day, new headlines warn of yet more failings that point to the forthcoming collapse of South Africa. But just how imminent is this collapse? Is it possible to rebuild our country? And if so, what role do young people (and entrepreneurs in particular) play...
We would love to congratulate the following fellows Ludwick Marishane – A co-founder of Excel at Uni which has been accepted into the 2023 Google for Startups Black Founders Fund: Read more. Thato Schermer – A founder of Zoie Health which recently closed the pre-seed...