An academic programme where heart and mind come together
SA needs stronger Anti-Money Laundering compliance
South Africa’s grey listing by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) highlights the urgent need for...
Celebrating the IST Graduate Programme Class of 2024
These young digital pioneers have successfully completed an intense journey designed to fast-track d...
Our contribution to Financial Service Providers
As an international education training provider and multi-award-winning organisation, we at GIFS wer...
GIFS goes high because our GIFSters go higher everyday
GIFSters are renowned for their passion and commitment to continuing Madiba’s legacy. We often hear...
Why does ‘being ethical’ matter?
As much as qualitative research is the bedrock on which most of us form opinions, there’s no denying...
Project Madiba: a vehicle to upskill young people and turn Africa’s fortunes around
In 2024, Nelson Mandela would have turned 106. And his vision is needed now, more than ever. What we...
How the Insurance Institute of Gauteng is intentional about assisting young graduates
This partnership with the IIG has meant that we’ve come up with a programme that bridges the gap bet...
Who teaches us about morality or do we just expect leaders to know what to do?
Part of our commitment as an industry thought leader is to provoke critical debate on matters import...
A visionary leader focused on prosperity over profit
“A fundamental concern for others in our individual and community lives would go a long way in makin...
Living a life of service: how two people are helping feed thousand others
South Africa has many challenges but if there’s one thing that defines our spirit as a nation, it’s...
IIG Academic Programme is a gift to companies and unemployed learners
We realised we were onto something potentially magical early on when we began the process of invitin...
GIFS leads sector appeal for everyday heroes to rise up in the fight against corruption
“GIFS is a patron of hope.” CEO Dr Kershen Pillay echoed the sentiment of many in the room as he add...
GIFSters recognised for going above and beyond
Being a GIFSter is a calling. When we recruit, as much as we look for people who are the most skille...
The Rise and Rise of Bullying in Corporate South Africa
Financial Services’ HR experts are sounding alarm bells over a rise in corporate bullying in post-pa...
GIFS appeal to encourage financial literacy gathers momentum at industry showcase
One of the main goals of our thought leadership initiatives this year is to improve literacy. We’re...
Financial Services: resilient, reliable and still proudly South African
GIFS CEO Dr Kershen Pillay moderated another eye-opening conversation under the banner of the Insura...
GIFS launches academic programme to boost career opportunities for young people
GIFS’ latest employment innovation has seen young people getting an opportunity to improve their ski...
From the Boardroom to the Bedroom: Find out what genre turns you on
GIFS has again taken a proactive position as a thought leader in financial services education, bring...
Congrats to Absa’s Top Six Learners
Something magical happens at graduation time. Perhaps there’s no specific word for it. Maybe it is m...
GIFS paused 2023 at The Future of Education: Breakfast with Leaders event
GIFS rolled out the first of its Future of Education: Breakfast with Leaders events for 2023 in Febr...
Meet GIFS’ stars who work quietly and shine brightly behind-the-scenes
Working at GIFS is a calling. And each team member goes above and beyond the call of duty every day...
Clarion call to professional bodies: Time is the first investment towards the African Dream
The CEO of GIFS is on a mission to get professional bodies to consider the skills that will equip So...
The ABC on Tax
Seasoned tax professional Mr Johan Heydenrych was the keynote speaker in the last IIG thought leader...
GIFS PROVIDES A MASTERCLASS IN FINDING YOUR HAPPY
GIFS’ noble call to action for the night: Use the power of Education to change the World.