Raymond Mhlaba Centre for Governance and Leadership- RMC

The Raymond Mhlaba Centre for Governance and Leadership invites you to a Masterclass and the Raymond Mhlaba Institutional Public Lecture with renowned business leader Sonja de Bruyn.

Together, we’ll explore Ubuntu, Governance and Shared Prosperity, and what it will take to build an economy that works for all—especially for the next generation.

📅 Wednesday, 12 August 2026

🕥 Masterclass: 10:30–13:00
📍 South Campus Council Chambers

🕓 Institutional Public Lecture: 16:00–18:30
📍 South Campus Auditorium

🎤 Featuring:
• Sonja de Bruyn (Keynote Speaker)
• Ambassador Nozipho January-Bardill (Discussant)
• Dr Welcome Kupangwa (Respondent)
• Tasmin Jones (Student Respondent – Masterclass)

📩 RSVP: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you to a day of meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and shared learning!

Join us for the Raymond Mhlaba Institutional Public Lecture, honouring the legacy of liberation stalwart Raymond Mhlaba, featuring investment and business leader Sonja de Bruyn on "Ubuntu, Governance and Shared Prosperity – Building an Economy that Works for All."

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
10:30–13:00 | Masterclass — South Campus Council Chambers
16:00–18:30 | Public Lecture — South Campus Auditorium

RSVP: [email protected]

Join us for the annual Raymond Mhlaba Institutional Public Lecture!

The Raymond Mhlaba Centre for Governance and Leadership at Nelson Mandela University is honoured to host Sonja de Bruyn, Founder and Principal Partner of Identity Capital Partners, for this year’s Raymond Mhlaba Institutional Public Lecture.

The theme this year is "Ubuntu Governance and Shared Prosperity - Building an economy that works for all”.

📅 Wednesday, 12 August 2026
🕥 Masterclass: 10:30–13:00
🕓 Institutional Public Lecture: 16:00–18:30
📍 Nelson Mandela University, South Campus

We invite students, academics, professionals, and members of the public to join us for an inspiring day of dialogue, learning, and leadership.

📊 Turn data into better decisions. Strengthen your impact in public service!

The Raymond Mhlaba Centre for Governance and Leadership at Nelson Mandela University invites public sector professionals to join our Research Techniques for Public Service short learning programme.

Over three days, you’ll gain practical skills in:
✔️ Data collection and verification
✔️ Analytical thinking and root-cause analysis
✔️ Performance indicators and target setting
✔️ Data visualisation
✔️ Evidence-based report writing
✔️ Turning research into actionable recommendations

Whether you’re involved in monitoring and evaluation, reporting, administration, or management, this programme is designed to help you produce high-quality, evidence-based reports that support better governance and service delivery.

📅 9–11 September 2026
📍 Nelson Mandela University Business School, Gqeberha (Hybrid)
🗓️ Applications close: 1 September 2026

🔗 Register now via the link in our bio or visit the Raymond Mhlaba Centre for Governance and Leadership website.

Last week, despite the challenging weather in Gqeberha, we were proud to host a successful Masterclass and Public Lecture as part of the 2026 Archbishop Thabo Makgoba Annual Lecture Series on Values-Based Leadership.

We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended and contributed to these important conversations on ethical leadership, institutional accountability, and women’s economic empowerment. Your presence and engagement reaffirm the importance of creating spaces for courageous, values-driven dialogue.

Led by Dr Futhi Mtoba, the sessions challenged us to reimagine inclusive economies and institutions, reminding us that ethical leadership is not abstract, but a lived responsibility embedded in the decisions we make and the systems we shape.

A special thank you to our respondents, Ms Dante Hilton, Dr Dikeledi Mokoena, and Dr Jasmine Kinsman, for their insightful reflections and contributions that enriched the discussion.

Thank you for showing up and for being part of advancing a more just and inclusive society.

▶️ Watch the public lecture here: https://lnkd.in/g9Hza3YV

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Happening Tomorrow | 5 May 2026

Join us at Nelson Mandela University for a full day of thought‑provoking engagement on Values‑Based Leadership and Inclusive Economies, hosted by the Faculty of Humanities in partnership with the Archbishop Thabo Makgoba Development Trust.

🔹 Masterclass (Academics and Students)
10:00–13:00 | 📍 North Campus Conference Centre

🔹 2026 Archbishop Thabo Makgoba Annual Lecture
16:00–18:30 | 📍 North Campus Conference Centre

For those who will be watching online here is the link for the public lecture: https://buff.ly/NmtndyP

RSVP now: https://buff.ly/bK25IrI

You are invited to attend the Masterclass hosted by the Faculty of Humanities' Raymond Mhlaba Centre at Nelson Mandela University.

Join us on 5 May 2026 from 10:00–13:00 at the North Campus Conference Centre for an engaging session with expert speakers, practical insights, and interactive Q&A—perfect for students, academics, and community partners looking to deepen their knowledge and network.

Light refreshments will be available and seating is limited, so please RSVP to secure your spot: https://buff.ly/bK25IrI

2026 Archbishop Thabo Makgoba Lecture on Values-Based Leadership

The Faculty of Humanities at Nelson Mandela University in partnership with the Archbishop Thabo Makgoba Development Trust, invites you to the 2026 Annual Lecture on Values-Based Leadership.

This year’s theme, "Reimagining Inclusive Economies and Institutions for a Just Society: The Role of Ethical Leadership and Women's Economic Empowerment," explores the critical intersection of ethics and gender equity in shaping a fairer world.

Event Details:
🔹 Date: 5 May 2026
🔹 Time: 16:00 – 18:30
🔹 Venue: Conference Centre, North Campus, Nelson Mandela University

RSVP 🔗 : https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=s-5wvTelWkOTfHzTMNx02J7T556b1KxPh7h0VheDjsJUODROSjI1MkdOTjM0OUFPNkRCVDBYSExTRS4u

Speakers:

💠 Keynote Speaker: Dr Ntombifuthi Mtoba, a 2025 Nelson Mandela University Honorary Doctorate recipient recognized for her significant impact on corporate governance and social equity.

💠 Respondent: Dr Jasmine Kinsman, Head of Department of Business Management at Nelson Mandela University.

💠 Respondent: Dr Dikeledi A. Mokoena, Lecturer in Anthropology and Development Studies at the University of Johannesburg.