Prof Erika Kraemer-Mbula Prof Tankiso Moloi Prof Mohamed Jahed Dr Ayanda Sibiya Prof Lethiwe Nzama-Sithole Recognitions, Awards and Prestigious Appointments Through its human capital, the CBE continues to make exceptional global contributions. CBE talent continues to be recognised as leaders in their respective fields. CBE staff members consistently demonstrate their influence through appointments to the boards of international societies, editorial roles at top-tier management journals, and visiting scholarships at prestigious global universities. Their expertise is further evidenced by their delivery of keynote addresses at major conferences, participation in ministerial committees, and significant contributions to the 2025 G20 subcommittees hosted by South Africa. Some of the highlights from our faculty’s recent achievements and institutional impact include: Global policy leadership: Prof Erika KraemerMbula represented UJ and the CBE at the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, where she contributed to high-level panels on the future of work and digital transformation. G20 engagement: Multiple colleagues took up strategic roles within G20 engagement groups. Prof Mohamed Jahed served as CoChair of the T20 South Africa Taskforce on Trade and Investment, while Prof Lethiwe NzamaSithole was appointed Deputy Co-Chair for the B20 Integrity and Compliance Task Force. Additionally, Prof Tankiso Moloi was on the Digital Transformation Task Force, and Dr Ayanda Sibiya joined the Startup20 Township and Rural Entrepreneurship Task Force. Exceptional research awards: Prof Talita Greyling received the International Society for Quality-ofLife Studies Research Fellow Award, becoming only the second African scholar to achieve this honour. Professional and academic appointments: Prof Stella Bvuma was appointed to the Board of the Independent Development Trust (IDT). Mr Thabiso Madiba was appointed Chairperson of the Sasol Khanyisa Board. Strategic keynotes and presentations: Prof Chioma Okoro delivered the keynote at World Facilities Management Day in Botswana, while Prof Tankiso Moloi presented on preparing educators for a changing world at the 2025 Basic Education Sector Lekgotla. Fellowships and accreditations: Dr Lesedi Matlala was selected for the 2024/2025 Public Engagement Exchange (PEX) Fellowship. Within the School of Accounting, Ms Caitlyn Krull, Dr Lulama Ngwenya, and Prof Tankiso Moloi all attained the prestigious CA(SA) designation. Furthermore, the Department of Finance and Investment Management became a registered CPD Provider through the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa. Milestones and landmark events: The Department of Business Management celebrated 35 years of academic excellence. In a historic moment for the continent, UJ hosted the first-ever launch of the World Happiness Report on African soil, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness. High-impact collaborations: The DSI/NRF SARChI in Industrial Development, led by Prof Fiona Tregenna, partnered with UNU-WIDER for a significant policy dialogue. Meanwhile, the Trilateral Chair in Transformative Innovation hosted the 2025 Globelics Conference, welcoming delegates from over 50 countries to amplify voices from the Global South. Through these diverse contributions, the CBE continues to foster sustainable solutions and drive the global discourse on innovation, governance, and economic development. Prof Stella Bvuma Prof Tankiso Moloi Dr Lulama Ngwenya Prof Tankiso Moloi Mr Thabiso Madiba Dr Lesedi Matlala Prof Talita Greyling Prof Chioma Okoro Ms Caitlyn Krull 12 13 College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2025 College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2025
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