WATCH: Architects of a capable State - celebrating our certificants

We recently held our Executive Education Certification Ceremony where hundreds  of delegates successfully completed an arrary of courses. 

The energy inside the auditorium was electric on 21 and 22 May 2026, a vibrant blend of relief, immense pride, and a shared sense of profound purpose. After months of rigorous debate, late-night study sessions, and balancing demanding professional roles with academic excellence, hundreds of delegates gathered for our Executive Education Certification Ceremony.

With great pride, we watched delegates step forward to receive certificates in critical disciplines that form the bedrock of our public and private sectors including:

• Leadership Development for Senior Managers in the Public Sector
• Leadership Development for Corporate Affairs and Government Relations
• Municipal Finance Management
• Public Leadership and Governance

WSG Head of School, Professor Maseko reminded the cohort that their achievement comes at a pivotal moment in history, carrying with it a distinct responsibility.

"Today, you walk away with a certificate but more importantly a mandate. In a world defined by a 'poly-crisis', from climate volatility to digital disruption, South Africa requires leaders who can translate global complexity into local solutions. By investing in your executive education, you have sharpened the most critical tool we have for national progress: state capacity. Go back to your departments and organisations not just as managers, but as architects of a more capable and ethical state. Learn, connect, and now, I ask you to deliver,” said Maseko.