Some leaders set targets, but Siziwe transforms standards into a culture’s way of thinking, doing, and believing in excellence. She is the heartbeat of quality within our organisation, ensuring that every patient receives the safest, most compassionate care possible. Her work has been nothing short of remarkable.

Under her leadership, the Quality Assurance Accreditation Scheme (QAAS) has not only flourished but also become a gold standard in its own right. Through her dedication spanning three years, Siziwe's relentless pursuit of improvement, the number of Gold-accredited areas has grown to 33 from zero over the three years, with an inspiring 13 now reaching for Platinum status - a testament to her vision and the trust her colleagues place in her. Siziwe does not simply uphold high standards she breathes life into them.

She has a way of bringing people with her, creating a shared purpose that empowers teams not just to meet expectations but to exceed them. She does this not through pressure, but through presence, a presence that is both professional and deeply compassionate. She listens, she understands, and she helps people believe in what they can achieve. Her leadership is felt in the small, everyday moments as much as in the bigger milestones. Whether supporting a team facing challenges, guiding colleagues through an accreditation process, or ensuring that patient voices shape our improvements, she remains steadfast, respectful, and inspiring.

At the heart of it all, Siziwe’s impact is about people. It is about patients who feel safer because of the care they receive. It is about staff who feel empowered to drive change and lead with confidence. It is about an organisation that is stronger, not just because of improved ratings, but because of the culture she has shaped. Siziwe is not just a guardian of quality, she is its champion, its mentor, and its role model. She embodies everything the DAISY Award stands for, making a meaningful, lasting difference in the lives of colleagues and patients alike.