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Gross Impact | Morality, Survival, and the Art of Quiet Leadership

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By Jan Mokoala 28 October 2025 “Enabling you to grow your ultimate leadership net worth .” This reflection comes a few days after my birthday, not because I forgot, but because this year has taught me that true reflection often arrives after the noise settles. Unlike last year, where I spoke about leadership growth and purpose , this year’s reflection isn’t about what I’ve done; it’s about what leadership has done to me . We’ve all heard people in great power share what they believe makes a great leader. Their words often sound perfect, structured, noble, and beautifully rehearsed. But those theories work best in a perfect world. And we don’t live in one. In conversation with Aisha at the Wits Alumni in Dubai The Paradox of Leadership | Between Morality and Survival What my parents taught me and what I had to become to survive are almost the same, except that survival demanded adjustment . Leadership today is a paradox; to keep leading effectively, you must sometimes become thi...

Unraveling the Enigma | The Mysterious Legacy of Kgoši Mampuru II

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Step into the annals of history, where hidden heroes and unsolved mysteries await. Among them, a figure of intrigue stands tall: Kgoši Mampuru II. But who was he really? The enigma surrounding his identity has left historians and readers alike captivated, yearning to uncover the truth. In the backdrop of South Africa's relentless fight against colonialism, Kgoši Mampuru II emerges as a tragic and powerful force, overshadowed by the scarcity of information about his life. Yet, glimpses of his influence soothe through the cracks. Stories speak of a formidable leader in the late 19th century, fearlessly combatting European powers encroaching on African soil. Imagine a ghostly figure weaving through history, popping up in resistance movements, instilling fear in the hearts of colonial oppressors. But here's where the plot thickens: the scarcity of records raises doubts about Kgoši Mampuru II's true identity. Was he merely a title? Did he cloak himself in multiple al...