group secretary

The board is cognisant of the duties of the Group secretary and has created an environment in which the Group secretary is properly supported to fulfill those duties.

The Group secretary plays a significant role in the following:

• induction of new directors;
• tabling to the board, relevant information on regulatory and legislative changes;
• guidance to directors individually and collectively on their duties and responsibilities to the company;
• providing guidance and advice to the board on matters of ethics and good governance; and
• providing the communication link with investors, shareholders and with the company’s share registrars.

The Group secretary acts as secretary for the committees of the board.

The directors have unlimited access to the advice and services of the Group secretary.