Authoritative governance frameworks and international standards that guide governing bodies and institutions.
Governance Frameworks and Standards
ILO
International Labour Organization
United Nations agency responsible for international labour standards and governance guidance relating to work and employment.
ISO
ISO 37000 Governance of Organizations
International standard providing principles and guidance for governing bodies issued by the International Organization for Standardization.
IoDSA
King V Code on Corporate Governance for South Africa
South Africa’s corporate governance framework issued by the Institute of Directors in Southern Africa, replacing King IV and effective from January 2026.
OECD
OECD Governance Frameworks
International governance guidance on corporate governance and public sector governance published by the OECD.