College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2023 2 Prof Lungile Ntsalaze Executive Dean College of Business and Economics Executive Summary INTRODUCTION This report reflects on a year of dynamic activity and intellectual vibrancy at the College of Business and Economics (CBE). While navigating significant leadership transitions, a challenging global economic climate, water and electricity outages in the country, the CBE persevered and thrived. We established a diverse leadership team and increased our support for deserving students through the Vice-Chancellor’s Double Our Future Impact campaign. I witnessed inspiring acts of generosity from staff who contributed to student fees and debt relief. We are grateful to all who participated in these impactful efforts through various means, including the University’s Future Walk and cycling the Virgin Active-947-Ride Joburg. Both staff and students enthusiastically engaged in a variety of volunteer initiatives commemorating Mandela Day, such as assisting with cleaning tasks at Helen Joseph Hospital. This year also saw a strong focus on fostering connections. Our ‘Connecting Pathways for Sustainable Social Impact’ event brought together industry partners to explore collaborative opportunities. We hosted distinguished lectures such as the address by the South African Reserve Bank Governor, Mr Lesetja Kganyago, on global economic challenges, broadcast across various media platforms. Prof Mariana Mazzucato, a prominent economist in the Economics of Innovation and Public Value at University College London (UCL), received an honorary doctorate. South African Reserve Bank Governor Mr Lesetja Kganyago and CBE Staff
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