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This Men's Mental Health Month, let's move the conversation from silence to connection.

Join us at The Whole Man Breakfast, a powerful morning of dialogue, reflection and practical insight on what it means for men to be emotionally healthy, self-aware and connected.

Featuring Dr Thabang Tlaka, Landa Mabenge, Melusi Tshabalala, Karabo Moshoeshoe and Thokozile Mcopele, with the conversation moderated by Dr NobuLali Dangazele of GIBS.

Together, we'll explore how stronger conversations can lead to stronger men, families, workplaces and communities.

Book Now: https://zurl.co/GNYeg

One opportunity can change a career.
One leader can transform an organisation.
One organisation can influence an industry.
That is the multiplier effect of education.

Partner with the GIBS Alumni Office and become part of something bigger than a day on the fairway.

By sponsoring the GIBS Alumni Golf Day, you are investing in future leaders through the GIBS Alumni Bursary Fund - expanding access to world-class executive education and helping shape the leaders, organisations and economies of tomorrow. Because the most enduring returns are measured not only in profit, but in potential realised.

To explore sponsorship opportunities, contact the GIBS Alumni Office at [email protected].

GIBS has once again been recognised on the global stage 🌍 achieving Level 4 “Transforming School” status in the 2026 Positive Impact Rating for the fourth consecutive year. A testament to our commitment to responsible leadership, sustainability, and meaningful societal impact.

This Men’s Mental Health Month, join the conversation that matters.

The Whole Man Breakfast brings together men and their allies to explore mental wellbeing, connection, resilience, and what it means to thrive.

Because when men talk, families, workplaces, and communities grow stronger.

Book Now: https://zurl.co/SP9nH

You have built the experience. Now build the qualification to match.

The GIBS INSETA International Management Development Programme is a fully funded, accredited Advanced Diploma in General Management (NQF 7), built for managers in the insurance sector with 3+ years of experience, particularly those driving transformation and empowerment initiatives.

Applications close 19 July 2026.

Find out more: https://zurl.co/7XbLZ

ALUM IN THE SPOTLIGHT 💡

Palesa Ntoagae

Are you a woman in the insurance sector with over three years of management experience?

The Advanced Diploma in General Management: INSETA International Women in Leadership Programme (NQF 7) helps emerging women leaders strengthen their business understanding, management capability and workplace impact.

Applications close 19 July 2026.

Find out more: https://zurl.co/vGKwd

Advancing supply chain management research in Africa.

The Journal of Supply Chain Management, in partnership with GIBS and the Academy of Management’s Africa Chapter (AOMCAP), invites doctoral students, early-career researchers and established scholars to participate in the 2nd Africa Supply Chain Management Research Workshop.

Taking place at GIBS, from 12–14 November 2026, the workshop will bring together leading academics, journal editors, reviewers, policymakers and practitioners to explore how rigorous, impactful research can address Africa’s most pressing supply chain challenges.

Designed as a developmental research incubator, the workshop will support participants in strengthening the theoretical, methodological and policy relevance of their work while contributing to the advancement of SCM scholarship across the continent.

Researchers are invited to submit a research abstract of up to 500 words.

Key dates:
• Abstract submissions close: 31 August 2026
• Acceptance notifications: September 2026
• Workshop dates: 12–14 November 2026

For submissions and further information, visit the workshop website.

As South Africa marks 50 years since the 1976 Youth Uprising, join GIBS Faculty Dr Steven Zwane on SAfm for a special five-part series exploring the legacy of Youth Day and what it means for today’s generation.

Tune in as he reflects on the power of remembrance, the responsibility of action, and the role young people can play in shaping South Africa’s future.