"Beneath every behavior there is a feeling. And beneath each feeling is a need. And when we meet that need, rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom." ~Ashleigh Warner⠀

#MRF CEO Judy Sikuza delivering a powerful Leadership Masterclass to the Class of 2024 as part of the cohort's introductory workshop. Applications for 2025 open 14 March, visit mandelarhodes.org/scholarship/ap… to see if you qualify!

"So many people from your past know a version of you that doesn’t exist anymore.” ~Unknown

#MRF CEO Judy Sikuza is pleased to announce Justice Kate O'Regan will assume the role of Board Chair on 1 April 2024. Read the full media statement at shorturl.at/rxH35.

Last week #MRF CEO Judy Sikuza was invited to join the Danish Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lars Løkke Rasmussen and experts on global affairs, for a dynamic discussion on global developments and issues as seen from the eyes of South Africans. Karin Poulsen

Applications for the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship are now OPEN! Don't miss this chance to pursue your dreams of academic excellence! Apply now! Apply here: mandelarhodes.org/scholarship/ap… #MandelaRhodesScholarship #Leadership #Education

“A new generation of African leaders must challenge the traditional paradigms of leadership to drive positive social change,” says Judy Sikuza, CEO of The Mandela Rhodes Foundation - Read full reflections in this article: imd.org/ibyimd/leaders…

On 14 March MRF co-hosted a gathering with the Rhodes Trust in San Francisco to celebrate entrepreneurial excellence in Africa. An inspiring intergenerational exchange of ideas was enjoyed with CEO Judy Sikuza and MRF alumni.

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” - Mary Oliver #flashbackfriday

Exciting news! Congratulations to our CEO, @JudySikuza, who has been chosen as a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader! Learn more about this community at shorturl.at/fswyX #YGL24 #WEF24

#MondayMotivation Our CEO @JudySikuza was on Newzroom Afrika speaking about her recent selection as one of the class of 2024 World Economic Forum Young Global Leader! Click here to watch her interview: bit.ly/3vMkxB9 #YGL24 #WEF24 #MandelaRhodesScholar

This week, #MRF CEO, Judy Sikuza, attended the 2024 Young Global Leaders cohort for a leadership retreat at the World Economic Forum head quarters in Geneva, for the EMERGE: Class of Young Global Leaders 2024 Gathering. For more on YGL see: bit.ly/4dqYUr7 #YGL24 #WEF24

It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of former founding MRF Trustee and South Africa’s first black female Judge of the Constitutional Court, Justice Yvonne Mokgoro. bit.ly/44E1d61

#MotivationMonday This Africa Month in the Daily Maverick, #MRF CEO Judy Sikuza envisions an Africa guided by compassion, empathy, and kindness towards all, regardless of background, beliefs, or circumstances. Read Judy’s full article: bit.ly/4bEMqKR

Fruitful discussions in Paris between #MRF CEO Judy Sikuza and South African Ambassador to France H.E. Mr. Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa - exploring bilateral relations that can support the next generation of young African leaders who seek to create positive change across the continent.

Barbara Karuana (Kenya & AFDA, 2016) recently line produced a Kenyan romcom series for Showmax called “Big Girl Small World”. The show premiered on the 8th of May. Watch the show: bit.ly/4bu6iAr

As part of our Africa Day celebrations, we are bringing you an SAfm interview with #MRF CEO, Judy Sikuza featuring Mandela Rhodes alumnus Kristal Duncan-Williams. Topic: Building a new generation of leaders in Africa. Listen now: youtu.be/FnIQzoeC7d4

Last week, MRF CEO Judy Sikuza engaged in encouraging discussions with new @dbe_za Minister Gwarube & @readingpanel members regarding key systemic shifts needed that ensure all 10 year olds in SA can read. Courageous & collaborative leadership will be key.@phumzilemlambongcuka

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The Mandela Rhodes Foundation has an exciting opportunity to join the Foundation as the External Relations Officer. The new role, of ERO will assist in delivering on the Foundation’s brand, communications, marketing and alumni relations objectives. bit.ly/3ZPoQrT