In 2021, I began my ethics certification journey simply out of curiosity. I never imagined it would shape my professional path in such a meaningful way. Through The Ethics Institute, I became a Certified Ethics Officer and later obtained certifications in Compliance and Anti-Corruption. I was also honoured to become a trainer and facilitator, helping others on their own ethics journeys. What started as an interest has broadened my perspective and created opportunities to contribute to ethical leadership and organisational integrity. Looking back, I am grateful that I chose to follow my curiosity. It continues to open doors and reminds me that meaningful journeys often begin with a single step into the unknown.Silvio Litsure (Certified Ethics Officer)

We continue to work with TEI because they have proven themselves to be an exceptionally competent and dependable partner. Their commitment to ethical practice and integrity is not just a service offering. They embody it.Department of Cooperative Governance

TEI provided a practical perspective and respected view on how ethics can be embedded into assurance and governance processes, an essential step in strengthening trust within the public sector. Their expertise and ability to connect theory with practical application made the discussion especially interesting and valuable.Western Cape Local Government

We are grateful to TEI for delivering insightful and thought-provoking presentations that enriched the session and set a strong tone for the campaign. They were instrumental in engaging our colleagues and deepening their understanding of ethical decision making and integrity, both in their professional and personal lives.SANRAL

TEI established a strong baseline for advancing and maturing our ethical culture. The guidance and support throughout the process were invaluable, and the knowledge gained will continue to benefit both the Ethics Office and uMngeni-uThukela Water as we champion ethical practices within our organisation.uMngeni-uThukela Water

I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation and sincere gratitude to TEI for awarding me a bursary to pursue the Ethics Officer Certification Programme. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to nurturing ethical professionals.Onke Poswa

We extend our gratitude for the excellent training on the governance of ethics. The content presented was of significant value and will assist in improving our internal processes going forward.ARMSCOR

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your invaluable contribution to our event. Your insights, expertise and engaging presentation added tremendous value and helped make it a resounding success. TEI's participation enriched the discussions and inspired our teams to think more deeply about this evolving landscape.Bayport Financial Services

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for the workshop. Your presentation sparked passion and enthusiasm among stakeholders, and the overall feedback was extremely positive.Capitec Bank

TEI has truly transformed my life — personally, professionally, and socially. More than a learning platform, TEI taught me how to live ethics — not just to be ethical, but to actively share and promote ethics with others. With the tools I gained, I’ve been able to gradually build an ethical culture within my organization. We’re now working toward the official launch of our Ethics Office at Universidade Politécnica, starting with a provisional committee. The results are already visible. One of the most rewarding parts? Being known by colleagues as “the ethics guy.” That means a lot. Because of what I learned at TEI, I’ve also helped many public and private institutions embrace ethics through training and inductions — and they’re now developing their own cultures of integrity. Your impact is real — and I’m living proof.By Joaquim Mabuiangue