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Ziyanda Ngcobo is a seasoned senior politics reporter at Newzroom Afrika, where her insightful coverage and incisive commentary on political affairs have solidified her reputation as a respected broadcaster and moderator. With a career deeply rooted in journalism, Ziyanda’s journey began at VOW FM (Voice of Wits), marking the inception of what would evolve into […]

With a passion for fostering meaningful connections and driving positive change across Africa, Nizenande Machi stands as a beacon of innovation in the realm of transformative leadership. As a Relationship Systems Strategist, she seamlessly blends her expertise in human-centered frameworks with a profound ability to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Nizenande’s journey towards advancing […]

Palesa Mosiea epitomizes the essence of resilience and achievement. As a dynamic speaker, she delves into multifaceted topics including entrepreneurship, embracing change, the power of dreams, overcoming challenges, women empowerment, leadership, image and branding, confidence and assertiveness, as well as health and fitness. With a compelling narrative rooted in her personal journey, Palesa inspires audiences […]

Phumzile Chifunyise stands at the forefront of a transformative movement in Africa’s business landscape. As the Founder of The Crop Box and CEO of GreenNatives Pty Ltd, she is a visionary leader with a passion for fostering inclusive growth and empowerment. With a mission to break barriers and create opportunities for marginalized groups, Phumzile’s work […]

Chris Bertish is a renowned professional speaker, ocean pioneer, and international best-selling author whose extraordinary feats have captivated audiences worldwide. With a spirit as boundless as the ocean itself, Chris exemplifies courage, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of dreams against all odds. His journey from humble beginnings to becoming a global icon for adventure and […]

Meet Lorne Sulcas – The Big Cat Guy, an unconventional motivational speaker who stands out from the crowd. With a career spanning since 1996, Lorne Sulcas has graced some of the world’s most prestigious stages, captivating audiences with his unique approach to motivational speaking. His presentations, under the banner of Thriving in a Wild World™, […]

Lerato Ditshego is a dynamic force in the business world, wielding her expertise as a Business Woman and Director of two successful ventures: Eccentrics Visual Arts Agency and Rubystone boutique hotel. With a multifaceted skill set encompassing facilitation, speaking, content production, and podcast hosting, Lerato embodies the epitome of entrepreneurial prowess. Her journey began in […]

Lorna Mlonzi is an inspirational entrepreneur who has overcome adversity and transformed woman in the townships.

Before joining Daily Maverick as Business Editor, Tim Cohen was the editor of Business Day. He began his journalism career on Dome newspaper, the official student newspaper of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, whose production schedule was largely dependent on the availability of beer. He graduated to the last outpost, The Natal Witness, which was fuelled […]

Dr. Miriam Altman is recognised as a leading economist, strategist, thought leader and a passionate communicator. She has extensive proven experience in charting uncertainty and achieving great things in difficult circumstances. She speaks on the future of the South African economy, why South Africa needs a “China Strategy” and more broadly on economic strategy in […]

Thabo Limema is a banking professional with local, regional, and international experience spanning over 10 years. Throughout his career, which started and still is in corporate & investment banking (CIB), he’s always sought to build his skills & capabilities to be a world class banker, who provides exceptional service and expertise his clients. He entered […]

Michael Cowen distinguishes himself as not just a player but a game-changer in the AI realm. AI is much more than a technological advancement; it’s a paradigm shift that’s reshaping the very fabric of business. Leading in this transformative era requires a rethinking of not just technologies but also philosophies and business models. “To truly […]

Kim Stephens is a Cape-based copy writer with a passion for equality, adventure and perfect 1-liners. Kim launched A PR consultancy in 2007. With a qualification in PR and Business Communication, she spent 5 years in the radio industry and another 5 years navigating the magazine industry. Following her passion for innovative, effective communication Kim […]

Zanele Njapha, affectionately known as ‘The UnLearning Lady’ among her esteemed clientele, stands as the foremost authority in leveraging key unlearning principles to empower global enterprises such as Visa, Philip Morris, Deloitte, Discovery, and Volkswagen. With a remarkable track record of guiding organizations toward embracing new paradigms of perception, action, and existence, Zanele embodies innovation […]

A passionate female empowerment activist, Dr. Makaziwe Mandela is widely known as the daughter of the famous Nelson Mandela.

Nicci Robertson consults to companies regarding staff wellness, work life balance strategies, executive wellness coaching and stress management.

Lee Roebeck is an abundance coach and one of South Africa’s best-trained motivational speakers.

David Allison is a human values expert, global researcher and best-selling author. He is focused on changing the way we understand ourselves, the people around us.

Mervyn George is a seasoned technology executive, governance professional, corporate innovation strategist, exponential thinker and coach to scale-up businesses. Mervyn’s work experience spans 20+ years, clients in 54 countries and long-term projects in South Africa, the UK, US, Belgium, Saudi Arabia and China. He has served as a C-Suite advisor in many industry sectors, including […]

Kirsten Landman is a trailblazing force in the world of professional off-road and hard-enduro riding, hailing from the vibrant province of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. From the tender age of 8, Landman ignited her passion for riding, a spark that would fuel her journey to become a pioneering figure in her sport. Embarking on her […]

Nick Dreyer is passionate about sharing the Veldskoen story, it is filled with hope and lessons of encouragement for everyone interested in business.

As early as seven years old, Noluthando Tshabalala’s greatest joy came from standing in front of an audience, articulating, and expressing herself. She was born ready for the world to hear her voice. A voice of an African woman that carries authenticity, positivity, and a new perspective. Contents Noluthando Tshabalala | Motivational Speaker At the […]

As CEO of SALESGURU, SA’s most successful sales training company that has helped thousands of businesses and sales people to increase their sales results, Mark Keating is a leading authority on sales. Over 300 companies have called on Mark to inspire their teams with sales ideas that actually work in the real world. For me, […]

Shelley Walters is the Founder of The Sales Counsel, a boutique Sales Enablement Solutions company based in Johannesburg, South Africa. It’s awesome to have you here, and I really hope you enjoy what my team and I have put together for you. I have 21 years of B2B sales experience, and have built a long […]

Mogau Seshoene founded The Lazy Makoti in 2014 after leaving the corporate world to focus on her love for food, and on preserving South African cuisine and heritage. What began as lessons for a friend, a bride-to-be who was afraid of being labelled “The Lazy Makoti” (the lazy daughter-in-law) because she couldn’t cook, has evolved […]

Kurt Schoonraad – Sales is one of South Africa’s most instantly recognisable stand-up comedians and now Keynote Speaker on Sales.

Alison Canavan has been named one of the top 8 transformational coaches in the US by USA Today for 2021. She is a UCLA trained Mindfulness Facilitator from The Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behaviour, a Master NLP Practitioner, HeartMath facilitator, Nutritional coach, Raw Foods Master and an award winning author of Minding Mum – […]

Kelly Swanson is an award-winning storyteller, comedian, motivational speaker, Huffington Post Contributor, and cast member of The Fashion Hero television show airing on Amazon Prime. She is also author of Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale, The Land of If Only, The Story Formula, and The Gutsy Girls Pocket Guide to Public Speaking. She was a […]

Duncan Wardle is the founder of ID8 and former Head of Innovation and Creativity at The Walt Disney Company, Duncan is a renowned expert in developing innovative, magical brands, engaging stories, and creative experiences that drive results. As an award-winning global Keynote Speaker, Duncan delivers in-person and virtual speeches and Masterclass Workshops, or Consulting services […]

Nicky Abdinor is an international keynote speaker, registered Clinical Psychologist and founder of the non-profit, Nicky’s Drive. She is based in Cape Town, South Africa, where she runs her clinical practice. She travels globally for keynote speaking events and has spoken at conferences across Africa, Europe, the USA, Australia and the Middle East. Nicky is […]

Joey Evans stands as a beacon of resilience and determination, a motivational speaker whose remarkable journey from adversity to triumph has inspired countless individuals worldwide. Joey’s life took an unexpected turn at the age of 25 when a life-altering accident left him paralyzed from the waist down. Rather than succumb to despair, Joey chose to […]

Conrad Koch is a double International EMMY nominated South African ventriloquist, with a master’s degree in corporate anthropology, who uses humor to inspire conversations in organizations. The CBC in Canada said “my face hurt from laughing so hard”, describing Conrad’s work as “absolutely delightful and technically brilliant”, “Koch throws away more laugh lines than many […]

Remy Kloos is a remarkable individual, a beacon of inspiration in the realms of adventure, wellness, and personal development. With a multifaceted identity as a professional speaker, mindset coach, and wellness specialist, Remy transcends boundaries, both literal and metaphorical. Her accomplishments as a high-altitude mountaineer, including being the first South African to summit Mount Everest […]

Karyn Maughan is a senior legal journalist at News24, documentary producer and bestselling author. She appears on SABC, Newzroom Afrika and eNCA. She is a BBC contributor. She was the associate producer on aN Amazon Prime Documentary on Oscar Pistorius. The four-part series, called “Pistorius” and was shortlisted for the prestigious Grierson award. Karyn Maughan […]

Nosipho Siwisa-Damasane is a force to be reckoned with. Described in Finding the Woman Within:  How to thrive in a male dominated society as being a shatterer of glass ceilings and someone who rewrote the rules, she has won multiple awards which have honoured her work as CEO of a variety of highly recognised companies. […]

Sid Peimer gets to ‘play” with things like strategy, new business pitching, depression, fundraising, consumer behaviour, business turnaround and risk management (or it’s cousin innovation). A popular speaker and frequent guest lecturer, Sid also gives you something people pay a lot of money for: a fresh perspective. Everyone needs a Gump in their life. Even […]

Ayanda Thabethe is a multifaceted powerhouse hailing from South Africa, recognized for her diverse talents and magnetic presence in the realms of television hosting, entrepreneurship, and modeling. As a distinguished brand ambassador for several global titans, Ayanda seamlessly embodies sophistication, elegance, and professionalism, making her a sought-after figure in both the entertainment and business spheres. […]

Dali Tembo is​ CEO & Co-founder of a Global Consumer Insight & Collaboration Agency. He is recognised as one of the ​leading ​strategists ​canvassing ​current and future trends affecting Africa’s ​youth. Having ​completed his ​undergrad ​in ​Organisational ​Psychology, ​Business ​Management ​and ​Public ​Management, ​Dali went ​on ​to ​study ​a Post ​Grad ​Honours ​in ​Marketing ​and […]

Dr. Roze Phillips is an African futurist dedicated to unleashing the abundance of Africa to the world. She is the founder of Abundance@Work and speaks and consults regularly on topics related to the Future of Work and the Workforce of the Future. Roze does a radio show on Cape Talk radio about Future trends and […]

Carmen Murray is the founder of Boo-Yah! a leading Modern Marketing Business that provides a number of initiatives to ensure businesses become Future Fit™. She is a marketing activist and torchbearer for Diversity and Inclusion and was recently recognised by Meltwater as the top Women in Tech, Africa, 2019. She received the most prestigious award, […]

Blake Morgan is a seasoned leader in the realm of customer experience, renowned as a keynote speaker, customer experience futurist, and accomplished author. With a robust portfolio of expertise, she stands at the forefront of guiding organizations towards unparalleled success in delivering exceptional customer experiences. Her insights have been instrumental in shaping the strategies of […]

Pieter-Louis Myburgh is a multiple award-winning investigative journalist and author. Pieter-Louis’s recent work on the Department of Health’s dodgy R150-million Digital Vibes contract booted former health minister Zweli Mkhize from his cabinet position. In 2019, Myburgh’s acclaimed book, Gangster State (Penguin Random House), exposed former ANC Secretary General and ex Free State Premier Ace Magashule’s questionable conduct. […]

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When Siba’s Table first aired on Food Network, it not only cemented Chef Siba Mtongana standing as South Africa’s premier culinary phenomenon, but catapulted her to the status of global food icon in more than 135 countries worldwide, and 60 million homes in the USA through the Cooking Channel alone. The world was hungry for […]

Mental Health and Wellness

Solly Moeng is a widely experienced professional with a career that has seen him manage a variety of projects in various sectors and in countries spanning several continents. He is an established independent media professional with specialisation in Reputation Management, Stakeholder Engagement Strategies, Strategic Internal & External Communications, PR and Media Relations. As a destination […]

Mark Sham is an entrepreneur, writer and speaker. He is the founder and CEO of Suits & Sneakers and also founder of the Impello incubation hub. Mark is hell bent on disrupting education for people of all ages. He speaks with a ferocious energy and passion and is very good at taking broad-based thinking and synthesising it all into […]

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Simone Musgrave is a woman of class and integrity but that does not mean that a sense of adventure and lust for the unusual has failed her. To think that her life has been a conventional one would be a grave misinterpretation of a woman who continues to inspire us with her success and determination […]

Saffron Baggallay has an Honours degree in Sociology from Trinity College, Dublin (1998), and a MADA from WITS, in South Africa (2006). As well as being a human behaviour expert, Saffron is a veteran keynote speaker, facilitator & coach and has assisted thousands of corporate & coaching clients grow leadership communities inside their organisations by […]

Dr. Avron Urison is a medical doctor, entrepreneur, and strategic health, wellness and habit change consultant with over 30 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. He is the co-founder of AllLife, the first life insurance company globally to provide life insurance to individuals living the HIV. In addition he has built and […]

In today’s dynamic business landscape, Dr. Graeme Codrington emerges as a beacon of insight and expertise, navigating the complexities of rapid change with unparalleled finesse. His multifaceted knowledge and extensive experience render him not only relevant but indispensable in guiding organizations through the evolving currents of the modern business world. Beyond his illustrious academic achievements […]