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A legacy of leadership in Kagiso Trust's 40th anniversary
The Star
|May 30, 2025
“HUMILITY. Ethical leadership. Courage. Wisdom. Integrity.” These were words repeatedly spoken as Kagiso Trust marked the start of its 40th anniversary celebrations with the launch of a biography of its former CEO, Eric Molobi.
Former president Kgalema Motlanthe, businesswomen Cheryl Carolus and Kagiso Trust trustee Hylton Appelbaum were among those sharing memories of Molobi, who passed away in 2006.
Eric Molobi: A Legacy of Resolute Leadership reflects on the life of a man who helped shape South Africa's transformation with quiet determination and unwavering resolve.
From his early activism in the Black Consciousness Movement to his imprisonment on Robben Island alongside Nelson Mandela's journey was defined by his commitment to social justice and empowerment.
Upon his release, Molobi played a crucial role in education during the turbulent 1980s, navigating political repression with strategic foresight.
This story is from the May 30, 2025 edition of The Star.
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