A FREQUENTLY discussed issue in corporate governance that remains unaddressed is board appointments. Even though the election of the board heads and members is responsible for driving a firm to success or failure, the mechanics of their election and their selection processes are often devoid of any transparency, diversity and accountability. These appointments are placed in this context by cronyism, power politics and tokenism, leading to a low exploration of alternative and diverse ideas. In addressing the issues of transparency, diversity and accountability in elections, these reforms are critical for the firm's success and restoration of the public's faith in corporations.

Cronyism and board entrenchment: an obstacle

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