Africa Rising Leadership Conversations with Nomazibulo Tshanga

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how organisations lead, innovate and make decisions.
In this Season Finale of Africa Rising Leadership Conversations, Nomazibulo Tshanga speaks with Kutlwano Ngwarati, Founder & CEO of High Risers and Managing Partner at NK Intel, about the intersection of AI, leadership and entrepreneurship.
From her early career in enterprise systems to building AI businesses, Kutlwano shares practical insights on AI governance, ethical leadership, workforce readiness and the opportunities that exist for African organisations to lead in an AI-driven future.
If you’re a leader, entrepreneur or professional preparing for what’s next, this conversation will challenge your thinking and equip you to lead with purpose in the age of AI.
Thank you for joining us for Season One of Africa Rising Leadership Conversations. The conversation continues in our next season.

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What does it take to build one of Africa's most impactful organisations empowering women in technology?
In Episode 8 of Africa Rising Leadership Conversations, Nomazibulo Tshanga sits down with Tinyiko Simbine, Co-Founder & COO of GirlCode, to explore the leadership journey behind one of Africa's most influential women-in-tech movements.
This conversation goes beyond technology. It is about purpose, resilience, courage, and the responsibility of building organisations that create lasting impact across the continent.
In this episode we discuss:
✅ The woman behind the vision of GirlCode
 ✅ Building an impact-driven organisation in Africa
 ✅ Leading confidently in male-dominated industries
 ✅ Navigating setbacks, resilience and reinvention
 ✅ The future of women in STEM and digital leadership
 ✅ Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and future African leaders
Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, student, founder, or simply passionate about Africa's future, this conversation offers practical leadership lessons and inspiration for anyone committed to creating meaningful impact.
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About Africa Rising Leadership Conversations
Africa Rising Leadership Conversations is a platform dedicated to showcasing authentic leadership stories that inspire, challenge, and equip current and future leaders across Africa.
Every conversation is rooted in one belief:
 Africa's greatest resource is its leadership.
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What does it take to build influence, create wealth with purpose, and lead with conviction in today’s Africa?
In this episode of Africa Rising Leadership Conversations (ARL), Nomazibulo Tshanga sit down with Khanyisa Phika, an accomplished economist, risk leader, and advocate for inclusive wealth creation. With extensive experience in banking, investments, and enterprise risk, Khanyisa shares practical leadership lessons from navigating high-stakes environments while remaining grounded in purpose and service.  
Together, we explore:
The intersection of leadership, economics, and impact.
Building influence before authority.
Financial stewardship and creating sustainable wealth.
Leading with courage in complex corporate environments.
Why authentic leadership is the foundation of lasting transformation.
The future of African leadership and the responsibility of today’s leaders.
This conversation is for executives, entrepreneurs, emerging leaders, students, and anyone committed to shaping a more prosperous and values-driven Africa.
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What does it mean to lead with purpose in a world driven by performance, pressure, and constant change?
In this powerful episode of Africa Rising Leadership Conversations, Nomazibulo Tshanga sits down with Max Moyo—leadership strategist, speaker, coach, and Founder of Ignite My Potential to unpack the urgent call for purpose-driven leadership.
Drawing from years of leadership experience and impact across Africa, Max shares why purpose is no longer a luxury for leaders, it is a necessity. Together, they explore authentic leadership, personal growth, influence, legacy, and the responsibility leaders have to inspire meaningful change in others.
This conversation is a reminder that leadership is not about titles, status, or power. It is about knowing who you are, why you lead, and the impact you leave behind.

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Batlile Phaladi-Gumede, Group Executive: Corporate Communications & PR at Telkom Group, for an honest and inspiring conversation on leadership, identity, resilience, and the courage to find your voice.
Batlile’s journey is a beautiful reminder that where you come from does not limit where you are going. From her village roots to occupying influential corporate spaces, she shares what it means to rise with intention, lead with authenticity, and claim your seat at the table — even in rooms where you may once have felt unseen or unheard.
This conversation is for every leader, young professional, woman in corporate, and dreamer who is learning to trust their voice, own their story, and step boldly into spaces of influence.
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Watch, listen, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this reminder:
 Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your seat is waiting.
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