A new think-tank and leadership development organisation — The Rivonia Circle — which promises a new approach to research and policy formation is in the process of being formed.

The non-profit organisation which derives its name and inspiration from the Rivonia treason trialists — who included ANC leaders such as Nelson Mandela, Walter Sisulu and Govan Mbeki — is the brainchild of former Absa head of marketing and corporate relations, former Business Day editor and author Songezo Zibi who is its chairperson and co-founder. He says the response so far to Sunday’s announcement of its formation has been “overwhelming,” with many people volunteering their services...