Dr Iqbal Survé

Non-Executive Chairman of Independent Media

Navigating global power shifts amid Trump crisis: Insights for SA from Dr Iqbal Survé

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South Africa stands at a crucial crossroads, with its sovereignty and economic future hanging in the balance amid shifting global power dynamics. Dr Iqbal Survé ...

BRICS+ Series: Iran’s Strategic Role in Global Trade, Leveraging BRICS+ Membership to Overcome Sanctions

Chloe Maluleke and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

Iran’s strategic location makes it a vital hub for global trade corridors, connecting East and West through land, air, and maritime routes. Despite sanctions, its ...

BRICS+ Series: How China is Transforming the AI Chip Landscape Amid Global Tensions

Cole Jackson and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

As global tensions reshape the semiconductor landscape, China launches an ambitious $47. 5 billion initiative to achieve AI chip independence. With the Big Fund ...

Dr Iqbal Survé on Resilience: The Mindset That Drives Success

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Resilience is also about knowing your strengths and understanding when to seek guidance. No one succeeds alone. The ability to ask for help when needed is not a ...

BRICS+ Series: Egypt's Economic Transformation and BRICS+ Solutions

Banthati Sekwala and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

As Egypt grapples with unprecedented inflation reaching 38% in 2023, millions of citizens are reinventing their daily lives. From market stalls to luxury boutiques, ...

BRICS+ Series: The Rise of BRICS Media, A New Era in Global Communications

Dr Iqbal Survé and Sesona Mdlokovana|Published

The BRICS Media Forum emerges as a powerful counterforce to Western media dominance, reshaping global narratives and giving voice to the Global South. This analysis ...

Dr Iqbal Survé: Unleashing the Power of Purpose

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In a world of constant uncertainty, the pursuit of purpose remains the most powerful catalyst for transformation, writes Dr Iqbal Survé.

India-Indonesia Partnership: Forging a New Global South Alliance

Dr Iqbal Survé and Zena Harvey|Published

As India and Indonesia mark 75 years of diplomatic relations, their strengthening partnership signals a transformative shift in Global South dynamics. From digital ...

Dr. Iqbal Survé's Insights on 2024: Transformation, Sustainability, and Progress

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2024 has been a year of profound challenges and transformative achievements—a year that underscores the power of vision, resilience, and collective action, writes ...

Reconciliation and Ubuntu: Dr. Iqbal Survé’s Vision for South Africa’s Renewal

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For the sake of our children and the generations to come, let us choose reconciliation—not as an event but as a way of life, a guiding principle that shapes our ...

Building Independent Media Platforms: A BRICS Imperative

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Dr. Iqbal Survé, Chairman of Independent Media and Sekunjalo, shares his insights on the need for a multipolar modern media that is not dependent on the West’s narrative ...

Sekunjalo: transforming South Africa's economy through black empowerment

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Sekunjalo’s legacy lies not just in the businesses it has built but also in the lives it has touched and the future it continues to shape for South Africa and the ...

Dr. Iqbal Survé: A Heritage Day Reflection on our unity in diversity

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As Heritage Day dawns upon us, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable tapestry of cultures, languages, and histories that weaves together our beautiful nation, ...

Our democracy, our freedom, our future is at stake

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South Africa has the potential to be a global success story, but only if we safeguard media freedom and create an environment that supports transparency and accountability. ...

Help defend democracy and media freedom — Dr Iqbal Survé

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Our liberation came at a great cost. We cannot allow powerful interests to strip us of the freedoms so many fought for, writes Independent Media and IOL Executive ...

Dr Iqbal Survé pays tribute to Pravin Gordhan

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South Africa has lost one of its most dedicated public servants, whose life was defined by integrity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to our nation’s progress, ...

Dr Iqbal Survé pays tribute to Pravin Gordhan

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South Africa has lost one of its most dedicated public servants, whose life was defined by integrity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to our nation’s progress, ...

South Africans need unity to achieve our dreams — Dr Iqbal Survé

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South Africa can be known for its unity, positivity, overcoming the odds, and for moving forward, writes Dr Iqbal Survé.

Dr Iqbal Survé pays tribute to Tony Howard

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‘The passing of a newspaper giant’ — Dr Iqbal Survé’s tribute to Tony Howard, former Deputy Chairman of Independent Media

Dr Survé on Sustainability: Securing a Greener Future for Humanity

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OPINION: Much is written these days about ‘sustainability’ but what does this mean at a fundamental level, and do we really care about the planet we inhabit and ...

Dr. Survé on Sustainability: Securing a Greener Future for Humanity

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However, the health of our oceans is in jeopardy. Human activities have resulted in significant marine pollution, with an estimated 8 million tons of plastic waste ...

Dr Surve Calls on SA’s Youth: Lead the Way to Innovation and Change

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OPINION: The world needs fresh perspectives now more than ever. Let us listen to our youth, empower them, and follow their lead towards a brighter, more equitable ...

Dr Iqbal Survé on the urgent need for ethical leadership in South Africa

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South Africa’s elections have underscored a pervasive leadership vacuum, characterised by widespread disillusionment and a lack of trust in political figures.

Dr Survé: Rekindling Ubuntu for South Africa's future

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Business leader and philanthropist, Dr Iqbal Survé’s shares some of the steps South Africa needs to take so that in another 30 years’ time, true democracy is in ...

The De-Listing of South Africa Inc

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If South Africa was run as a listed entity then according to the JSE listing requirements, it would have been de-listed years ago.

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