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Spur Corporation’s Second Cohort of Rising Leaders Academy with UCT Business School

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As part of our ongoing commitment to Leading for the Greater Good, Spur Corporation launched Rising Leaders 2.0 in June 2026. Launched in collaboration with the University of Cape Town Business School, the Rising Leaders programme is a structured leadership and talent development initiative, aimed at identifying and preparing future leaders within the organisation. The programme was successfully completed in March 2026, marking another important step in Spur Corporation’s long term leadership development journey. Delivered in collaboration with the University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business, Rising Leaders 2.0 focused on strengthening leadership competencies and strategic capability, equipping participants to lead with confidence, purpose, and impact.
The Academy’s second cohort comprised 16 employees from across the Group, reflecting Spur’s transformation and inclusion priorities, with 75% black employees and 31% female representation. This cohort underscores Spur Corporation’s commitment to inclusive leadership development and to building a leadership community that reflects the diverse South African context. This programme represents a significant milestone in our efforts to build a robust and sustainable leadership pipeline through formalised career development and the accelerated growth of high potential individuals.
The Rising Leaders Academy was established to strengthen Spur Corporation’s leadership pipeline through structured, formalised career development processes and the fast tracking of high potential talent across the business. The Academy represents a long term investment in Spur’s people, ensuring that future leaders are equipped with the skills, mindset, and capabilities required to lead the organisation sustainably into the future.
We congratulate all participants on their dedication, growth, and achievement throughout the programme. We look forward to seeing how this cohort continues to apply their learning, inspire others, and contribute meaningfully to Spur’s ongoing success.

For further information, please contact:
Group Corporate Communications Manager | Ondela Mlandu | ondelam@spurcorp.com
Learning and Development Facilitator | Zuran Mckay | zuranm@spurcorp.com
About Spur Corporation
Spur Corporation is a leading casual dining franchised restaurant group with over 753 outlets across South Africa, Africa and Mauritius. The Group’s portfolio includes beloved brands such as Spur Steak Ranches, Panarottis, RocoMamas, John Dory’s, The Hussar Grill, Doppio Zero, Casa Bella, Pizza e Vino, and Modern Tailors – all committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences.

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