About Me
Hi, I’m Cameron Visagie, a human being with the personas of an entrepreneur, IT consultant, educator, and community advocate. Labelled as a “Coloured” Born into the Coloured community in Cape Town, South Africa, during a time of unrest, I’ve worked to overcome societal expectations and thrive far beyond what my labels and circumstances might have suggested.
Now living in New Zealand, I bring a diverse background in technology, real estate, transportation, and education, focusing on creating innovative and impactful solutions. My journey reflects a commitment to growth, resilience, and the belief that empowering individuals ultimately empowers entire communities.
This website is my way of documenting my journey, not just for myself but for those who come after me. I believe everyone has a unique story, and sharing mine invites others to reflect on their own. My hope is to encourage those who may be struggling with challenges I’ve encountered and to inspire them to pursue their dreams and desires.
In many ways, I’ve already succeeded beyond the limits society once placed on me, and I’m driven to help others do the same. If you’re passionate about business growth, digital transformation, or fostering social change, let’s connect and share ideas.
Empowering people, empowers communities!
Academic Journey
Research and Reflections
The Silent Cost of Playing Small: A Migrant’s Reflection on Tall Poppy Syndrome in Aotearoa
Last Updated: May 5, 2025By Cameron VisagieDoctoral Candidate and Researcher | Migrant Voice | Advocate for Inclusive Growth 3 May 2025 Abstract Tall Poppy Syndrome is often dismissed as a cultural quirk, yet its impact on innovation, leadership, and inclusion in Aotearoa is far-reaching. As a migrant doctoral candidate researching entrepreneurial self-efficacy, I have seen how this social tendency quietly...
The True Cost of Immigration: More Than Just Money
Last Updated: January 31, 2025written by Cameron Visagie Date: January 30, 2025 Immigration is often seen as an exciting adventure, a fresh start filled with opportunities and new beginnings. While this is undoubtedly true, the hidden costs of moving from one place to another are often overlooked. When people think about immigration, they typically consider financial aspects such as...
Whose Land is it Anyway? A Look at What the Philosophers Said
Last Updated: January 5, 2025Author: Cameron Visagie Date: January 5, 2025 The Second Treatise of Government by John Locke and Māori land loss by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels has provided valuable insights into the philosophical foundations of governance and societal organisation. These works have influenced historical and contemporary debates on property, labour, and justice. However, I do not align with either Marx...
Whose land is it anyway?
Last Updated: December 30, 2024A look at what the Philosophers said! Author: Cameron Visagie Submitted: March 11, 2018 Reflection and Context Writing this essay for my PH611 – Modern Philosophy course at Kilns College under the guidance of Professor Mike Caba was a transformative experience. It gave me an opportunity to engage deeply with the philosophical ideas of John...
Organisational commitment and responses to planned organisational change: An exploratory study
Last Updated: December 15, 2024CM Visagie and C Steyn January 2011 Abstract Previous research has identified organisational commitment as a pre-requisite to the successful implementation of organisational change. Change managers rely on the commitment of employees when implementing organisational change, but organisational commitment may decrease in response to the change. This appeared to be the case when a South...