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The Role of the Company in Contemporary South Africa & Directors Duties: The Accelerated Shift

December 2021Corporate GovernanceConsultant

Abstract

In this paper I will consider a company’s role in contemporary South African society and whether or not it is necessary to broaden the traditional concept that directors only owe a duty to the company. So much has happened in the world over the past two years that seems to have pushed how many companies operate into a new era. Working from home and hybrid models have been embraced, initially as a necessity to navigate the Covid-19 pandemic and keep people safe and businesses alive, but now, have become more of a way of life and a new normal.

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Daniella Pellegrini van Rooyen

Tax & Legal, Quiver Tree Capital (Pty), South Africa

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