Sisters In Conversation

• S6E7 - Anita Manyama, Attorney & Entrepreneur

  In today’s episode I am in Conversation with Anita Manyama. We spoke about her upbringing in humble beginnings where she was unable to find real stability due to losing her parents at a young age. As a result this meant that she would live with numerous relatives. Throughout the many transition her goal remained the same: get educated no matter the cost. This is a true reminder that our circumstances do not define us and the ultimate course of our lives is determined by our drive, resilience and perseverance. Anita Manyama holds a law degree from the University of Limpopo. Her passion for law and service of community inspired her to establish her own law firm under the name and style of A Manyama Attorneys Inc where she is founding and Managing Director. She offers a diverse range of legal services and advice which span over the following practice areas: divorce, unlawful arrests, evictions, criminal law, medical negligence and third party claims. Anita runs a client centric firm where the mission is to ensure that each client is treated with utmost respect and their matters are handled with confidentiality and dignity.Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us wherever you listen. Leave a comment and a review and share this episode with all your loved ones. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sister_in_law_?igsh=ZGdvdDlmdjBwNGN5

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• S6E6: Salem Sekome, Attorney and style enthusiast

  In today’s episode I am in conversation with Salem Sekome, apart from being one of my favorite fashion vloggers she is also an exceptional attorney with a strong and resilient work ethic. I love how women in the legal profession are always so intentional about creating safe spaces for all of us, being kind and always enthusiastic to share resources. Salem Sekome is a skilled negotiator and dedicated litigator with a strong foundation in legal practice. She holds an LLB degree from the University of Johannesburg and is currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Tax Law.Admitted as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa, Salem has developed broad expertise across several areas of law. Her practice focuses on Family Law, including divorce, antenuptial contracts, child custody, maintenance, domestic violence, and family mediation. She also has substantial experience in general civil litigation, Estate Law, Commercial Litigation, debt recovery, and third-party claims such as unlawful arrest, medical negligence, and Road Accident Fund (RAF) matters.Beyond her legal career, Salem is passionate about travel, content creation, shopping, and exploring diverse cultural experiences.Don’t forget to subscribe, like, comment and share this episode with your friends. Follow us on instagram and X to engage with us some more: @sister_in_law_

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• S6E5 - Noèmi Muya, Founder: For Women In Law

  On today’s episode I am in Conversation with Noèmi Muya. My highlight was hearing about how she had a pleasurable experience during her articles and I believe it is so important to highlight when one has a good experience during articles because the articles experience truly has a bad reputation of being a toxic period in most people’s career stories. Her face also really lit up as she spoke about the woman who mentored her during articles and that inspired her to also pay it forward by mentoring the next generation of legal practitioners. Noémi Muya is a bilingual (English & French) attorney of the high court of South Africa, with experience and expertise in property law (Conveyancing) and corporate law. She holds a BA Law degree, an LLB degree and she is an LLM candidate at the University of Pretoria. She is also a Golden Key member, having served as the vice president of the Golden Key Chapter at the North West University (Vaal Triangle campus). As a devoted Christian, her values of faith, resilience, and service have underpinned every step of her personal and professionalevolution.Noémi is the founder of For Women in Law – a platform resolved on empowering women in law through mentorship, career guidance and legal education. Her career is marked by a deep commitment to mentorship, legal education, and advancing opportunities for aspiring lawyers. She was recently named as Top 30 Africa’s leading Women by Cresta Africa.As the founder of For Women in Law, Noémi has created a space for women in law to connect, learn, and grow professionally. Through mentorship, workshops, and career guidance initiatives, she has played a vital role in supporting law students and young professionals.Over the years, she has been invited to speak and present at various conferences, universities, and high-profile events. With a unique blend of academic excellence, legal expertise, and a passion for empowering others. Noémi aims to continue to shape the future of women in law, leaving a lasting impacton the legal profession | www.forwomeninlaw.com

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• S6E4 - Sharon Msiza, Maritime Lawyer (Claims Executive)

  In today’s episode I am in Conversation with a super amazing and divine woman, Sharon Msiza, whom I also have the pleasure of calling a dear friend. We spoke about the value of education, especially to underrepresented communities and shared how creating access to opportunities can open a whole new world for someone who does not have information at their finger tips. I am inspired by how Sharon uses her own platform to pay it forward by ensuring that more and more black people are given information on the maritime industry as a whole. Sharon is a South African qualified lawyer who has built up her experience as a practising attorney where she worked at law at firms specialising in various aspects of shipping law, both in South Africa and London.Her experience also includes working as a legal advisor for a Transport and Logistics company in South Africa, as well as a Claims Executive for a Transport and Logistics Insurance Company in London.She obtained her LLB (cum laude) from Wits University, and a Masters in Shipping Law from UCT. She is currently completing her PhD in Maritime Law with Dalian Maritime University in China.She was recently named as one of the Top 100 Women in Shipping globally by ‘All about Shipping, UK’.She is the founder and host of The Maritime Law Podcast which seeks to promote awareness of the shipping industry, as well as opportunities within the industry. You can follow and listen to the podcast here: tune inDon’t forget to subscribe to this podcast if you haven’t already and follow us on all our social media platforms: Sister In Law across the board!

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• S6E3- Nqobile Mbatha, Attorney & Founder: SNC Creatives

  In today’s episode I am in conversation with Nqobile Mbatha who is an attorney and also the founder of a digital marketing agency. We spoke about her childhood and she reminisced on having being raised in a loving home but with strict parents. She is grateful for how her parents and later in life her father have always instilled discipline in her and encouraged her to dream big. Nqobile is an admitted attorney, entrepreneur, and founder of SNC Creatives, a personal branding and digital marketing agency dedicated to helping professionals and businesses enhance their visibility and unlock new opportunities.She obtained her LLB from the University of Zululand in KwaZulu-Natal, where she developed a strong foundation in legal principles and a passion for advocacy. Her legal career began in the conveyancing department of a law firm in Rosebank, where she served her articles and gained extensive experience in property transactions and real estate law. Upon her admission as an attorney, she transitioned to a specialist conveyancing firm, further refining her expertise before making a strategic shift into commercial litigation, where she continues to practice.She is currently pursuing her LLM in Human Rights Law at the University of Johannesburg, aligning with her commitment to advocacy and policy reform. Her research and interests focus on strengthening legislative frameworks to advance and protect human rights, ensuring that the law remains a tool for meaningful societal impact.Beyond her legal practice, Nqobile is passionate about personal branding, marketing, and mentorship. She is the founder of SNC Creatives, a digital marketing agency that equips professionals with the tools to build strong, strategic personal brands. She actively mentors young professionals while also seeking mentorship herself, believing that growth is a continuous journey shaped by knowledge, collaboration, and adaptability.Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and follow us on all our social media platforms Sister In Law across all platforms.

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