Public Sector Leaders

The Northern Cape is fast becoming the heartbeat of South Africa’s renewable energy revolution. With its wide, open landscapes, abundant sunlight, and favourable wind conditions, the province is naturally positioned to lead the country’s transition towards cleaner, more sustainable energy sources. But beyond its climatic advantages, the Northern Cape’s commitment to renewables is also about socio-economic upliftment, skills development, and long-term infrastructure planning.

The Africa CEO Forum 2025 was held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire from 12 to 13 May. It brought together some 3000 public and private sector decision-makers, including Heads of State, for two days of discussions regarding doing business on the continent, and to highlight the increasingly crucial role of the private sector in the economic and social development of the continent. Founded by Jeune Afrique Media Group and co-sponsored by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Africa CEO Forum is the leading platform for leaders of the largest continental and and multinational companies, investors, Heads of State and Government, Ministers and representatives of financial institutions

In South Africa, employment relationships are governed by a framework that ensures fairness and clarity for both employers and employees. Central to this framework are contractual agreements, which set out the terms and conditions of employment.
Among these, fixed-term contracts are particularly common, especially in sectors where temporary staffing solutions are required. However, the law has imposed strict conditions on the use of these contracts to prevent potential exploitation and ensure equitable treatment.