Phumzile Chifunyise: Motivational Speaker

Empowering inclusive growth in business and agriculture by connecting marginalized entrepreneurs to opportunity, innovation, and market systems across Africa.

Phumzile Chifunyise

Quick Facts:

Highlights:
  • Phumzile Chifunyise’s leadership at The Crop Box and GreenNatives Pty Ltd exemplifies visionary thinking and a commitment to driving positive change. 
  • Phumzile’s work is rooted in a deep belief in the power of inclusive growth. 
  • As the CEO of GreenNatives Pty Ltd, Phumzile brings a wealth of expertise in skills development and enterprise support. 
  • With a captivating presence and a gift for storytelling, she engages audiences with compelling narratives and actionable insights, leaving a lasting impact on individuals and organizations alike. 
  • Beyond her entrepreneurial endeavors, Phumzile is a passionate advocate for social impact and community development. 

Formats: Keynote (45–60 min), Executive Briefing (90 min), Workshops (Half-day or Full-day)

Audience: C‑Suite / Leadership Teams: 20–60, Conferences: 500–3,000

Outcomes:
  1. Build business models that uplift marginalized groups.
  2. Learn inclusive systems for sustainable supply networks.
  3. Align social impact with scalable innovation.
Reviews: (1 reviews)
5/5
  • Travels from: Johannesburg

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Keynote Topics:

Proudly South Africa Buy Local Summit
A panel with multi-national organizations, my insights here were on the importance of integrating ESD in procurement practices, to transform supply chains and drive local sourcing, in order to result in true transformation and job creation in South Africa

Child & Youth Finance International (CYFI)
In this Pan African panel discussion, Phumzile Chifunyise provided the importance of innovative solutions to address youth unemployment, as well as the important role that collaboration across stakeholders plays

The Hook Up Dinner (THUD)
This was one of Phumzile Chifunyise – Business Strategy favourite panels, where we explored growth opportunities that young farmers can tap into, as well as how they can take advantage of innovative models to penetrate local markets

Talent Short Bio

Phumzile Chifunyise is an agripreneur and social innovator who fosters inclusive economic growth across Africa. As founder of The Crop Box and CEO of GreenNatives Pty Ltd, she builds bridges between small-scale farmers especially women and youth and commerce opportunities.

With a background in journalism, economic development, and enterprise development leadership—including guiding SAB’s KickStart program—Phumzile has transformed urban farming models and disrupted traditional supply chains to drive access, equity, and impact in local markets.

Her presentations combine strategy and heart, inviting leaders to consider how inclusion advances bottom-line performance. Through storytelling and systems thinking, she not only diagnoses opportunity gaps but accelerates pathways for underrepresented entrepreneurs to thrive.

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 embodies innovation, resilience, and a commitment to driving positive change.

Phumzile Chifunyise’s journey into entrepreneurship and advocacy began with a deep-seated belief in the power of economic empowerment. Armed with a background in business management and a keen understanding of the challenges facing small businesses, she founded GreenNatives Pty Ltd, a dynamic Skills, Enterprise, and Supplier Development agency. Through GreenNatives, Phumzile orchestrates disruptive strategies that open doors for small businesses, particularly those led by youth and women, providing them with access to expertise, growth opportunities, and markets across diverse industries.

Phumzile’s expertise extends beyond business acumen; she is a captivating speaker whose influence resonates in boardrooms, conferences, and classrooms alike. Her dynamic presentations blend real-world insights with strategic foresight, inspiring audiences to embrace innovation, diversity, and social responsibility. Drawing from her experiences as a trailblazer in Africa’s business ecosystem, Phumzile captivates listeners with her compelling narratives and actionable advice, leaving a lasting impact on individuals and organizations alike.

At the heart of Phumzile’s speaking influence lies a commitment to advancing inclusivity and empowerment. With a focus on localisation, transformation, and job creation, she champions initiatives that drive sustainable change and equitable growth. Through thought-provoking keynotes and interactive workshops, Phumzile empowers audiences to challenge conventional wisdom, embrace diversity, and harness the untapped potential of marginalized communities, driving tangible results and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Phumzile’s speaking engagements transcend mere rhetoric; they are catalysts for change. Through her thought-provoking keynotes and interactive workshops, she challenges audiences to rethink their approach to business and society, inspiring them to become agents of change in their own communities. By sharing her journey and insights, Phumzile empowers individuals to embrace diversity, leverage their unique strengths, and unlock their full potential, driving meaningful progress and transformation.

In conclusion, Phumzile Chifunyise is more than just a speaker; she is a catalyst for change and a champion of inclusive growth. Through her work with The Crop Box and GreenNatives Pty Ltd, she is reshaping Africa’s business landscape and empowering marginalized communities to thrive. 

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A1. No—she bridges agri-solutions with enterprise development and inclusion.

A2. Yes—her metrics tie inclusion to performance, making the case business-smart.

A3. Absolutely—youth empowerment is core to her practice.

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