The conversation with Eskom Pension and Provident Fund's Internal Auditor, Relebogile "Lebo" Legalamitlwa was similar to catching up with a dear friend who was placed just at the right time to remind you what passion, purpose and timing mean. A

The link between trust, ethics and good governance

Sep 10th, 2021 48m 38s

It was only after reading the King Report a few years ago that I personally understood the importance of good governance in an organization and the role that risk and compliance played. Levern Forley, is Risk and Complaince Officer at the Eskom

Creating Human Experiences within organisations

Sep 3rd, 2021 34m 42s

My conversation with Shyless Nkuna, Head of Human Resources (Human Experiences) at the Eskom Pension and Provident Fund (EPPF) made my heart smile and reminded me of the times I've met and spoken to people who view HR the way that she does. We

The Power of Intentionality and Paying it Forward

Aug 26th, 2021 56m 51s

In this conversation with Nomonde Zwane, Investment Multi-Manager at Eskom Pension and Provident Fund (EPPF) shares a great deal about her career journey, how she is intentional in her life, negotiates and asks for help when needed. We also spo

The Power of Purposeful Living

Jun 16th, 2021 51m 47s

Jessica Dube (neè Mtimkhulu) is an incredible woman who understands and truly believes in the power of purposeful living. Having worked in the South African television industry for over a decade, Jessica has presented and produced various of li

Technology. Skills Development. Women

May 28th, 2021 30m 29s

Lerato Matabola is one of those cool individuals who understand tech speak, makes it relatable in the best way possible for others and is an advocate for seeing more girls and women working in technology. We had a great conversation about her w

African Creativity, Exploration and Sharing Knowledge

Apr 7th, 2021 25m 54s

I had such a wonderful conversation with Phathu Nembilwi and I got the pronunciation of her surname right - WIN! Her journey in the creative world, managing to convince her parents to explore this new world in terms of studies and career, payin

Cobra Here for You podcast - edited

Mar 26th, 2021 53m 42s

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Contributing to and changing the world of Oceanography and STEM

Mar 19th, 2021 42m 46s

Kolisa Yola Sinyanya is phenomenal! Our conversation took place in the latter part of 2020 but it will remain forever relevant. A PhD candidate in Oceanography at the University of Cape Town (UCT), Kolisa is a member of UCT’s Advancing Womxn fe

CN to The Rescue - Africa. Representation. Creativity

Mar 2nd, 2021 51m 16s

CN to the Rescue was Cartoon Network Africa’s newest show on their YouTube channel over the festive season last year (2020). A combination of relatable African humour and fresh, that showed everyday situations in the African household that we c

Dr Mandisa Maholwana - on leadership, the future and the impact of COVID-19

Jan 28th, 2021 1h 22m

There are some incredible leaders who live and work amongst us. Whether they are in the really big positions or are a colleague we share work space with, their qualities and character are quite unique and you can’t deny the magnitude of what th

A conversation on discovering your brave, in your own skin.

Dec 3rd, 2020 41m 21s

Following my IG Live with Sanele Xaba a few weeks back, I had the opportunity to speak to Venus-Gene Jackson, Ingram’s brand manager about an incredible campaign, the Ingram’s Skin Sessions that aimed to uncover the internal struggles some of S

Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance with the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital

Nov 27th, 2020 27m 15s

Sonya Kolman, is a clinical pharmacist at the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital in Parktown Johannesburg. With many years experience and special interest in Paediatrics and Antimicrobial Resistance. In this episode of #SistaHoodHourConversatio

A necessary reminder that We Are Gold - a conversation with Boskasie

Nov 5th, 2020 43m 40s

My conversation with Boskasie was everything that served as a reminder of the fact as people - specifically people of colour - we are gold. That through any chosen art form, there is a way to express that which matters most to you, but also emp

Authentically being who you are and revolutionising society in the process

Oct 29th, 2020 40m 14s

Zeycan Yildirim is a pioneer! She may not choose the word for herself but ever since I came across her name and her work, I’ve appreciated how she has used what resources she has, her skills and knowledge to show up for others to better their l

When colouring outside the lines helps you stay true to your own unique life journey

Oct 23rd, 2020 56m 54s

This conversation with Katleho Tsoku was an opportunity to see some of my life lessons as just that, lessons. The highs and lows, the successes and failures that are there to teach you something about not just the world but a lot about yourself

Being brave and embracing your skin whilst encouraging others to do the same

Oct 21st, 2020 41m 27s

I had the opportunity to speak to Venus-Gene Jackson, Ingram’s brand manager about an incredible campaign, the Ingram’s Skin Sessions that aimed to uncover the internal struggles some of South African’s favourite personalities experience. These

A heartfelt Thank you and some encouragement to work purposefully towards your own why

Oct 14th, 2020 40m 14s

I have such admiration for anyone who is in the social enterprise space and this conversation with co-founder of Australian based Thankyou, Justine Flynn reminded me how conscious business create enormous positive impact on the lives of the peo

The power is in the collective that is willing to step up

Oct 1st, 2020 1h 1m

My conversation with Divya Vasant is really a dream come true. Speaking to women who have consciously chosen to write their own narrative and find ways to uplift and encourage other women along the way literally sets my soul on fire. It reminds

Channeling the collective power of Rise (ing) women

Sep 16th, 2020 36m 47s

I remember coming across the Rise platforms and I immediately felt as though I was connecting to a community of women who I could really just be myself as a woman and a first time mother. No judgement, no sage advice, no promises...just love, u

The woman who Konnekted us all

Sep 3rd, 2020 53m 18s

From the first time I interacted with Sihle just before the launch of her book “We Are The Ones We Need”, to our Twitter chat conversation and many other chats in between, I have learnt so much from her. Her chutzpah, her grace, her character a

Present fathers and what rights they have

Aug 15th, 2020 42m

A lot of the time we hear and read about the fathers who are absent from their children’s lives, as well as how mothers have to literally look for them and bring them before the courts just so they can help maintain their children financially.

Navigating business in the time of a pandemic - you shouldn’t do it alone

Jul 29th, 2020 28m 38s

Our conversation with Siyanga Madikizela could have gone on for a long time, she has that kind of energy! We spoke about the partnership between VW SA and the Lionesses of Africa and how in 2020 they’ve taken the partnership further and introdu

Life transitions can be disruptive but we don’t have to go it alone.

Apr 24th, 2020 43m 16s

A conversation with Despina Senatore can go on for hours as there are so many topics that come up as you’re speaking and she’s that kind of person you feel like you’ve known for a long time. An inspirational life coach and entrepreneur - Purpos

It’s about PRIDE, but also about so much more

Feb 27th, 2020 1h 26m

There are some people who just have a way to help you understand a part of life, individual journeys and experiences in such a pure and honest way. The conversation with Lelo and Fareed on their own unique journeys of self-discovery and accepta