In June, MultiChoice marked a proud milestone, celebrating a group of high-performing professionals who completed intensive 12-month qualification programmes across key business disciplines. The graduation, a testament to MultiChoice’s “People First” strategy, reaffirmed the company’s long-standing commitment to investing in leadership development.
“To be selected for this programme is already a mark of excellence.” Stefan Lauber, Co-Founder & CEO of iFundi
The programme, facilitated by iFundi, offered training in HR, Accounting, Marketing, IT, and Supply Chain Management. Impressively, 95% of learners completed the course, demonstrating both determination and high standards. Speaking at the ceremony, iFundi’s Stefan Lauber commended the graduates and reminded them that in today’s world, “education is the key differentiator.”
The Human Element in a Rapidly Changing World
A central theme of the event was the importance of nurturing human capabilities in a fast-evolving technological world. Lauber reminded the audience that while AI can enhance productivity, the future still depends on human guidance.
“AI gives us superpowers, to do more, faster, better, but people will still be the ones guiding the machines.”
He described the breakneck pace of change, from oral storytelling to the rise of satellite TV, the internet, and now AI tools like ChatGPT. Echoing the words of Alibaba’s founder, Lauber explained that the jobs of the future will rely on what machines cannot do, things like building trust, showing empathy, and leading with authenticity.
Cultivating Essential Human Skills
In this evolving landscape, graduates were urged to “be more human, not less.” Lauber emphasized that the most valuable skills will be interpersonal communication, courage, compassion, and creativity. While technical fluency remains necessary, it is no longer sufficient on its own.
The address underscored the imperative for continuous learning, as knowledge will constantly evolve. Curiosity, Lauber asserted, will be the ultimate guide for individuals navigating this dynamic future. This also implies that companies themselves must become “learning organizations” to remain competitive.
