Are we ready to stop wishing and start leading?

It’s no longer enough for CEOs to say they support gender equity. What matters is how often those words translate into real change – and, for most companies, the evidence is underwhelming.
How people and culture leadership can drive transformation in business

Globally, business leaders are realising that strategy cannot succeed without people who are engaged, purposeful, and equipped to deliver.
What’s in store for AI in 2026?

The next year promises to be a pivotal one, where AI evolves from reactive tools into proactive partners that help people, organisations, and governments work more efficiently and creatively.
Certification is your ticket to trust and growth

Certifications give you credibility, ensuring that you not only comply with government regulations but you also build trust with your customers.
Trillions in spending and a whole lot of energy: How much electricity does ChatGPT use?

The backbone of the AI world are data centres which are facilities where data is stored and processed. These facilities use about 60% of the electricity needed for AI functions with consumption varying from centre to centre.
7 traits every high-performing CEO must have

Boards are no longer looking for steady operators. They are looking for strategic architects of resilience, growth and trust.
Protect yourself with these legal resolutions in 2026

These 10 legal New Year’s resolutions offer practical guidance for those who want to protect their rights, reduce risk and approach the year ahead with confidence.
How Amazon’s Robert Koen is building South Africa’s most loved store

In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Robert Koen, the Managing Director of Amazon sub-Saharan Africa, joined Ralf Fletcher in-studio to discuss how they’ve balanced a “relentlessly Day One” startup culture with local authenticity.
How to set yourself apart with a storytelling strategy

Storytelling has become an essential necessity for entrepreneurs, business owners and leaders who wish to distinguish themselves in today’s fast-paced and competitive market.
You’re losing millions in fees – Fynbos Money’s Adrian Hope-Bailie knows how to fix it

In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast he joins Topco CEO, Ralf Fletcher to chat about the shocking realities of traditional financial advisory fees, the emotional barriers to investing, and why Fynbos Money has adopted a radically transparent, flat-fee membership model.