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Shaping Leaders for Change: Simphiwe Petros on Transformation, Leadership and the GSB MBA
Simphiwe Petros took a leap of faith, leaving his job in Johannesburg to pursue a full-time MBA in Cape Town. With the UCT Graduate School of Business Foundation scholarship and family backing, the risk paid off.
Read ArticlePosted on 17 March 2026 by Mantombi Makhubele
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International alumnus remains hopeful for change in South Africa
Despite challenges, South Africa continues to be an innovation hub with the capacity to develop the next generation of change makers. The UCT GSB's MBA programme attracts students from all walks of life that want ‘in’ on this journey.
Read ArticlePosted on 29 March 2022 by UCT GSB Press Office