Alex van den Heever and Renias Mhlongo

Alex van den Heever; Renias Mhlongo - Image 11 (January 26, 2026)

Alex van den Heever and Renias Mhlongo are internationally acclaimed wildlife trackers whose three-decade partnership stands as a powerful example of trust, collaboration, and shared purpose across cultures. Their journey began in the South African bush, where they mastered the rare and ancient skill of human tracking, learning to read subtle signs in nature with precision, patience, and collective awareness.

What began as a professional partnership evolved into a lifelong bond grounded in mutual respect and continuous learning. Their relationship bridges differences in background, history, and lived experience, offering a compelling model of how trust is built over time through shared goals and honest communication.

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Embark on an extraordinary journey with Alex van den Heever and Renias Mhlongo as they unravel the profound lessons learned from 25 years of collaboration amidst the world’s most unforgiving terrains. Their keynote presentation, “The Power of Relationships,” is an unparalleled narrative that delves into the intricacies of human connections, mirrored against the backdrop of tracking formidable predators such as lions, leopards, grizzly bears, jaguars, and wolves. Prepare to be captivated by a tale of resilience, trust, and the profound insights gleaned from the wilderness.

Alex van den Heever and Renias Mhlongo are not just collaborators; they are exemplars of the power of synergy and shared vision. With over two decades of partnership, they have honed their expertise in navigating the complexities of wildlife conservation and tracking in some of the world’s harshest environments. Alex, a seasoned wildlife tracker and conservationist, brings to the table a wealth of knowledge garnered from years of hands-on experience in the field. Renias, hailing from the local Shangaan community, infuses their collaboration with invaluable insights rooted in indigenous wisdom and ancestral connection to the land.

Their journey began in the heart of Africa, where they forged an unlikely alliance that transcended cultural barriers and language differences. Together, they embarked on a mission to safeguard endangered species and preserve the delicate balance of ecosystems. Alex van den Heever pioneering work has not only garnered international acclaim but has also inspired a new generation of conservationists to embrace collaboration as the cornerstone of effective wildlife management.

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The Power of Relationships

The transforming nature of true diversity is beyond dispute, an elusive goal that South Africa set for itself in 1994. Everyone has their own personal experiences and has enjoyed the rewards of committed intercultural friendships.

  • Can South Africans build healthy, robust intercultural relationships in the corporate environment?
  • Can these lead to greater levels of personal, financial and national fulfilment?

The answer is a resounding, ‘Yes’ says inspirational speakers, Alex van den Heever and Renias Mhlongo. In their presentation The Power of Relationships they provide the keys to unlock this latent potential in diverse working relationships. In the corporate environment, a veritable melting pot of South African cultures, individuals are required to not just work together but to achieve a harmony that ensures the client experience and ultimately the success of the company.

With humour, sensitivity and surprising humility Alex and Renias demolish the walls that isolate each one of us. They tell the true story of their own path to abundance; it’s a tale of extremes, white and black, man and boy, apartheid and unity, emerging
world and developed world. Alex and Renias use the 22-year life story of their time as game rangers at Londolozi Game Reserve to convey transformational wisdom and insights.

Alex and Renias are a new generation of South African speakers, ultimately personable but capable of utterly breaking down cultural barriers in the work place and fostering a generosity of spirit amongst all South Africans. It’s not a methodology
they offer but rather an ability to inspire the audience and open their minds to their potential as individuals and as a country.

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Alex van den Heever; Renias Mhlongo - Image 11 (January 26, 2026)

Embark on an extraordinary journey with Alex van den Heever and Renias Mhlongo as they unravel the profound lessons learned from 25 years of collaboration amidst the world’s most unforgiving terrains. Their keynote presentation, “The Power of Relationships,” is an unparalleled narrative that delves into the intricacies of human connections, mirrored against the backdrop of […]

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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 Ruby stone 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 […]

  • Johannesburg
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