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REVIEW: South Africa urgently needs to prioritise upholding the rule of law.

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The perilous working conditions in South Africa's construction industry, plagued by the construction mafia, were brought to light when a Stefanutti Stocks executive narrowly escaped an attempted murder. Last week's news about Stefanutti Stocks coastal manager Matthew Horwill's survival of an assassination attempt near his office sparked widespread speculation. Many believe the attack is linked to the construction mafia, a notorious organization that has been very active in KwaZulu-Natal.  The construction mafia often target construction sites, extorting money from contractors, subcontractors, and developers. Although they have been a part of the South African construction landscape for some time, the government has finally taken action to address this long-standing issue through strategic initiatives. The Public Procurement Bill, currently open for public comment, tackles several concerns. It mandates a certain percentage of local participation and requires organizations to
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CAREERTIP : Seeing Is Not Always Believing

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In the past, we've relied on the adage "seeing is believing." However, with the advancement of editing tools and artificial intelligence (AI), can we still trust our eyes? We often overlook the realm of touch, smell, and taste, which are essential components of the communication world.

Online communication tools such as meetings, emails, and messaging services have several drawbacks, including the lack of nonverbal signals, understanding, and energy exchange between the speaker and the listener. Additionally, touch, a powerful form of communication, is lost in virtual interactions.

To overcome these limitations and embrace the full spectrum of human communication, hard hat professionals must adopt the kinesthetic domains of touch, smell, and taste. Here are some key action steps to achieve this:

  • Seek out face-to-face communication opportunities. Attend live conferences, company retreats, events, and social gatherings to connect with others in person.
  • Incorporate touch into your interactions. Touch is becoming increasingly important in the digital age. Make an effort to balance your virtual world with real-world events where you can physically interact with others.
  • Embrace the handshake. The handshake has been around for millennia and remains a socially acceptable way to touch strangers.
  • Realize that your voice is a form of touch. The vibrations produced by your voice can be felt by those you communicate with, creating a sense of connection.
  • Interact with your audience. Encourage active participation in your presentations by asking direct and rhetorical questions. Allow for and encourage nonverbal feedback such as clapping, standing, or sitting.
By incorporating these strategies into your communication style, you can enhance interpersonal engagement, build stronger relationships, and inspire meaningful action. The transformation of communication is not just an opportunity but an obligation in today's world.

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