In this conversation Dr Claudelle and Priscillah Mabelane explore the challenges leaders face in a fast-changing world and the leadership skills that have become non-negotiable. Priscillah provides insights into how she is navigating the new world and the characteristics that have helped her to ascend to the important role she fulfils today. She gives an honest account of areas where leaders have to challenge themselves in how they are contributing to their organisations and society as a whole. They also touch on the very important concept of ethical leadership and courage.
When Leadership Wounds the Conscience
30 June 2026
The last thing I expected that day was an apology. For a few seconds that felt like an eternity, I was at a loss for words. The young man sitting opposite me had just admitted that he had helped fabricate stories about me because his boss had instructed him to do so. I remember my anger. What I did not understand then was the injury he had suffered himself.
