Why King V Matters for Every Organisation
On 31 October 2025, the Institute of Directors in Southern Africa (IoDSA) released the King V Code on Corporate Governance for South Africa. What does…
Category: Guide Great Boards
The Importance of having Tech Leaders in the Boardroom
In today’s environment, technology is strategy. The pace of digital transformation, cybersecurity threats, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technologies such as AI, automation, and cloud computing…
Trust as the Currency of Boards
In my many years of working with boards, one truth has remained constant: The most effective boards are those built on trust. It is the…
The Louvre Heist and Your Boardroom: What do priceless jewels and governance have in common?
Are you watching the alarms? Or just waiting for the masterpiece to disappear? Let’s be honest. Governance isn’t sexy. It’s the broccoli of business –…
Why Boards Fail at Strategy: Governance’s Role in Strategic Execution
Many organisations falter, not because they lack a coherent strategy, but because they fail at its execution. The irony is striking: The board – the…
From Nomination to Appointment: How to Build Transparency and Trust
For many privately held and family-owned businesses, appointing a Non-Executive Director (NED) is a critical milestone. The right NED brings external perspective, governance experience, and…
From Paper Packs to Portals: The Essential Shift for High-Performing Boards
At Sirdar, we sit with boards across industries and countries, and the situation is clear: Governance is becoming increasingly demanding. Directors are expected to provide…
Stop Playing It Safe: Setting Objectives that Actually Move the Needle
Let’s be honest. Regardless if it’s at board level or right there at the coalface, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of…
Networking as the Boardroom Game-Changer
Given the landscape that we at Sirdar work in, we frequently encounter experienced individuals who hope to influence and share their knowledge at board level.…
The Untold Value of a Competent Board Secretary
In my experience as a chairperson, a competent board secretary is absolutely invaluable, but surprisingly difficult to find – even with support of the myriad…