Dr Iqbal Survé, the chairperson of the Sekunjalo Group, shared insights from his new book, A Shared Future for Humanity which was launched in Durban at the Radisson Hotel in Umhlanga this week.
Former president Jacob Zuma and KZN businessman Vivian Reddy were guests of honour as Survé shared both personal milestones and professional achievements within the family empire. He expressed his gratitude to the many individuals who played pivotal roles in the success of his diverse business interests, spanning e-commerce, telecommunication, media, IT, and other industries.
Dr Iqbal Surve and former president Jacob Zuma share a joke at the book launch.
Spanning 250 pages and featuring over 100 images, the book offers a glimpse into the lives of prominent local and international business leaders. Through his narrative, Dr Survé invites readers into his world, weaving personal anecdotes with broader commentary on humanity and the future of business.
Dr Survey with the IOL team from left Joelene Maharaj, Lee Rondganger and Se-Anne Rall.
Among the many highlights he shares in his book is a recent visit to Robben island with his family. He said previous visits with political activists and celebrities had failed to help him appreciate the true extent of the brutality of the prison and how it treated leaders such as Nelson Mandela and other leaders of the struggle against apartheid.
“However, on my last visit, I found the experience sobering as it was the first time I got to understand the brutality of the place,” he added.
Editorial director Adri Senekal de Wet, former president Jacob Zuma, Dr Iqbal Surve and Chief Executive of Independent Online Viasen Soobramoney.
The former medical doctor-turned businessman, and a prominent figure in the South African philanthropy scene, has attributed much of his charitable drive to the unwavering support and inspiration drawn from his family, particularly his mother.
“My mother always challenged me to help those who are less fortunate. She kept me on the straight and narrow. She really did her best to keep us focused on what matters,” he added
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