Trailblazers: South Africa's Champions of Change

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Sherilee Bridge
Juta and Company Ltd, 2007 - 264 pages
The authors, who represent Empowerdex (Economic Empowerment Rating Agency), have interviewed many of the top black leaders, executives and managers, for rare insight into their lives and achievements. Where did they get their first jobs? What personal philosophies motivate them?

Trailblazers is focused on the recent history of black business in South Africa and the secrets of the pioneers who made it, while also giving indications for further changes stemming from research and politics. The personal vision of those currently in power will shape the future of business, and the authors trust that their research and debate will inspire more young business people, whose talents are so badly needed to increase South Africa's prosperity.

Empowerdex has identified the need for a new breed of business leadership in South Africa, one more involved with day-to-day decision-making. The authors discuss the context Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) has created for powerful black business people, and give voice to the pioneers who can offer advice and vision to inspire younger aspiring executives. Their research shows the relationship between politics, business and the South African economy, as well as the facts and figures behind these powerful people and their companies. Trailblazers offers insight and knowledge of the current business environment and its potential.
 

Contents

INTRODUCTION
9
Cyril Ramaphosa
24
Reuel Khoza
39
Sam Montsi
55
Tokyo Sexwale
70
Kgomotso Moroka 8883
83
Khehla Shubane
96
Jakes Gerwel
110
Lulu Gwagwa
141
Fani Titi
154
Patrice Motsepe
169
Thabo Mosololi
182
Most Influential Black Business People in South Africa
195
Phuthuma Nhleko
208
Sindi Zilwa
221
Sam Motsuenyane
236

Sifiso Dabengwa
123
Yunus Mahomed
136
METHODOLOGY
262
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