In the upcoming episode of the Shapers podcast, host Benjamin Shaw welcomes Prof Wiseman Nkuhlu, a titan in South Africa’s journey of upliftment. With a CA MBA and numerous honorary doctorates, Prof Nkuhlu’s career has seen him advise presidents and lead corporate turnarounds, notably as chairman of KPMG during challenging times. As the former president of SAICA and author of a celebrated biography, Prof Nkuhlu’s insights promise to be invaluable.
Listeners will be captivated as Prof Nkuhlu shares his early years, from his upbringing in Cala, Eastern Cape, to his time as a political prisoner on Robben Island at just 19. Through his story, audiences will discover the influences that shaped his remarkable journey, embodying resilience and leadership in the face of adversity. Don’t miss this episode, where Prof Nkuhlu’s wisdom illuminates the path to success and service.
Shownotes:
Professional Career:
- Chancellor of the University of Pretoria 2007 – date.
- Former Trustee of the IFRS Foundation 2013 to 2018.
- Former Governing Body for the Chartered Director Designation (CD (SA) 2016 to 2019.
- Former Chairman of Rothschild 2009 to 2018.
- Former Deputy Chairman of AngloGold Ashanti 2014 – May 2017 and Risk Committee and member of the Remuneration Committee 2007 – 2013.
- Former Chairman of Kagiso Trust Investments and Metropolitan Holdings Ltd 2007 – 2009
- Former Chairman of the Development Bank of Southern Africa 1993 – 2000.
- Served as Director and member of the Audit Committee and Chairman of the Social and Ethics Committee of Datatec from 2007 to 2016.
- Founded MEEG Bank in 1998 and served as Chairman of the board for 12 years (1997 – 2009)
- Served as first Chairman of Worldwide African Investment Holdings 1996 – 1998.
- Economic Advisor of the President of the Republic of South Africa 2000 – 2005.
- Served two terms as President of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) 1998 – 2000.
- Elected and served as President of the Geneva based International Organisation of Employers (IOE) 2008 – 2011.
- Qualified as a CA SA in 1976 and established an accounting practice under the name WL NKUHLU AND ASSOCIATES.
- Follow Professor Wiseman Nkuhlu on LinkedIn
Resources:
- Economic Advisor of the President of the Republic of South Africa with the African National Congress
- Pan Africanist Congress of Azania
- Prof Nkuhlu was Chief Economist for the Organisational African Unity in 1963
- Wiseman Nkuhlu became South Africa’s first qualified black chartered accountant.
- Qualified as a CA SA at University of Fort Hare
- Prof Nkuhlu completed Data Processing at Unisa
- Prof Leon Kritzinger encouraged Prof Nkuhlu to complete his Honours in CTA at the University of Cape Town
- Author of Enabler or Victim?
