One of South Africa’s bravest whistleblowers, Cynthia Stimpel, speaks to BizNews about the huge personal sacrifices being made by the country’s whistleblowers; the terrible losses some have suffered – and the extreme vilification that is used to discredit those who dare speak truth to power. She is now dedicating herself to help other whistleblowers through her work at The Whistleblower House that has supported at least 160 whistleblowers over the past year. She also gives important advice on blowing the whistle in the safest possible way. – Chris Steyn
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One of South Africa’s bravest whistleblowers, Cynthia Stimpel, has spoken to BizNews about the extreme personal sacrifices being made by the country’s whistleblowers, the terrible losses some have suffered – and the extreme vilification that is used to discredit those who dare speak truth to power.
Ms Stimpel – who blew the whistle at South African Airways (SAA) – is now dedicating herself to help other whistle-blowers through her work at The Whistleblower House.
This NPO has supported at least 160 whistle-blowers over the past year. It facilitates access to legal services, health services, financial assistance, risk management services, job opportunities, as well as advice regarding the media. It also offers coaching sessions and security by getting whistle-blowers...
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