Nozipho Tshabalala is a world-renowned facilitator, event emcee, and CEO of The Conversation Strategists, an organization dedicated to curating dialogues that move societies and industries forward. Known for her unmatched ability to moderate high-stakes conversations with intelligence, empathy, and precision, Nozipho is the voice trusted in rooms where ideas drive policy, influence economies, and inspire transformation.
Her career spans engagements with international institutions such as the World Bank, African Union, and leading global corporations. She is not just a moderator—she is a conversation architect who turns complex issues into clear, actionable insights. Her facilitation style balances diplomatic tact with intellectual rigor, ensuring that every discussion is both substantive and solution-oriented.
Nozipho’s expertise extends into executive education as a faculty member at Duke Corporate Education in Africa, where she designs and delivers leadership programs for top organizations including Barclays, MTN, Liberty, and BMW. Her diverse academic background, with degrees from Oxford’s Saïd Business School (Tutu Fellow), the University of London, Stellenbosch Business School (cum laude), and the University of Pretoria, reflects her deep commitment to learning and leadership.
A sought-after event emcee and thought leader, Nozipho brings presence, grace, and insight to every stage—creating spaces where ideas connect, leaders align, and meaningful change begins.
Nozipho Tshabalala is a world-class facilitator and CEO of The Conversation Strategists, a trailblazing organization devoted to curating and moderating high-impact conversations that move societies forward. Renowned for her unique talent to steer transformative dialogues, Nozipho is the trusted voice in rooms where ideas shape policy, influence global economies, and ignite systemic change. Her work empowers institutions and leaders to harness the power of conversation as a tool for measurable impact and enduring transformation.
More than a moderator, Nozipho is a master of meaningful exchange—a conversation architect with a gift for distilling complexity into clarity without compromising depth. Whether on global stages with the World Bank or behind closed doors with African Union leaders, she brings intellectual rigor, diplomatic grace, and strategic thinking to every engagement. Nozipho is the definitive choice for events where conversations matter.
Nozipho Tshabalala is a faculty member for Duke CE in Africa, specialising in leadership programs and in that capacity, she contributes to the design and delivery of learning journeys for graduate programmes in Africa for clients such as Barclays, MTN, Liberty and BMW.
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Nozipho Tshabalala’s ability to simplify the complex while preserving intellectual integrity makes her an exceptional communicator. Her gift lies in asking the right questions at the right time—questions that unlock insight, generate alignment, and shift mindsets. She is not only fluent in global development language; she’s also fluent in humanity. Her presence commands respect, her voice facilitates trust, and her questions lead to answers that matter.
As the go-to person for high-level conversations, Nozipho Tshabalala has facilitated critical global conversations for leading institutions, including the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, the United Nations, the African Union, as well as major multinationals.
Known for her exceptional ability to distill complexity into simplicity whilst ensuring depth and intellectual insight, Nozipho Tshabalala operates at the intersection of development, economics, business strategy, and politics.
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In this short but impactful segment from the Stockholm+50 Leadership Dialogue, Nozipho Tshabalala showcases her exceptional skill as a global moderator—balancing authority, empathy, and clarity in a room of world leaders and policy-makers. Framing the conversation with precision and purpose, she invites participants to reflect on what “a healthy planet and prosperity for all” truly requires in practice, not just in principle.
Nozipho’s facilitation style shines through: poised, articulate, and deeply attuned to the nuances of diplomacy and inclusion. She connects themes of sustainability, global cooperation, and social justice, ensuring every voice contributes meaningfully to the shared vision of systemic change. Her questions are strategic and thought-provoking—driving dialogue beyond rhetoric toward actionable commitments.
Even in this brief clip, Nozipho demonstrates why she’s trusted on the world’s most influential stages. She embodies intellectual rigor and human warmth, transforming complex international discussions into moments of shared insight and resolve.
In this powerful and insightful session, Nozipho Tshabalala takes audiences through her journey of building The Conversation Strategists, a globally recognized facilitation and leadership firm that curates transformative dialogues for organizations around the world. Speaking with authenticity and warmth, she reflects on how her career evolved from journalist and broadcaster to global conversation strategist—a path shaped by curiosity, purpose, and the belief that the right conversation can change everything.
Nozipho begins by exploring the foundation of her business philosophy: that conversations are not passive exchanges but strategic tools for innovation, alignment, and systemic change. She recounts early challenges—navigating skepticism, building credibility, and scaling a vision-driven company beyond South Africa’s borders—while emphasizing the importance of preparation, self-belief, and consistency.
She discusses how her team crafts conversations for impact, serving clients ranging from the World Bank to the African Union, and how thoughtful facilitation can transform tension into progress. Her tone alternates between motivational and deeply reflective, underscoring her belief that “leadership begins in dialogue.”
Midway through the discussion, Nozipho shares insights on leading with empathy, building diverse teams, and balancing commercial growth with social consciousness. She challenges entrepreneurs—particularly women and African leaders—to define success on their own terms, rooted in authenticity and service.
The talk concludes with her reflections on purpose: a business is sustainable only when it solves meaningful problems. Her closing message is equal parts business strategy and life lesson—speak with integrity, listen with intention, and lead conversations that matter.
In this engaging and insightful episode, Nozipho Tshabalala—CEO of The Conversation Strategists—hosts Lincoln Mali, Chief Executive Officer of Lesaka Technologies, for a powerful conversation that blends leadership philosophy, corporate culture, and social responsibility. The discussion highlights Nozipho’s hallmark facilitation style: intelligent, empathetic, and deeply curious, creating space for Lincoln to unpack his leadership journey with authenticity and candor.
The conversation begins with reflections on Lincoln’s early influences and how personal values shape professional excellence. He shares how his upbringing, mentors, and early career lessons in banking molded his approach to leadership—anchored in integrity, humility, and service. Nozipho skillfully guides the dialogue toward the evolving role of leadership in the African context, emphasizing trust, inclusion, and the need for organizations to lead with purpose in a rapidly changing economic landscape.
Throughout the conversation, Nozipho draws out powerful insights on how leaders can build organizations that deliver value to both shareholders and society. Lincoln speaks about Lesaka’s mission to use financial technology to drive inclusion across underserved communities in South Africa, while Nozipho connects this mission to broader themes of transformation, accountability, and innovation.
As the discussion unfolds, the two delve into what it means to leave a legacy—beyond financial success. They explore how leadership today demands courage to challenge conventions, empathy to understand people, and discipline to build trust over time.
The conversation closes with a reflection on mentorship, personal growth, and the role of African leaders in shaping a more equitable and empowered continent. Nozipho ends the dialogue with her signature balance of warmth and insight, reminding viewers that meaningful conversations are the foundation of meaningful change.
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