5. The courage to lead differently with Rachel Nyaradzo Adams
MRF CEO Judy Sikuza in conversation with Rachel Nyaradzo Adams - founder of Narachi Leadership on what courageous leadership looks like in an African context.
They explore leadership beyond titles and authority, rooted in personal transformation, healing, and authenticity. Drawing on Rachel’s experience in leadership development, we delve into how African leaders can embrace vulnerability, vision and integrity to navigate an increasingly complex and fast-changing world.
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4. Africa’s agency: Prof Elizabeth Nanziri on rethinking Africa’s position in the world.
MRF CEO, Judy Sikuza speaks with Professor Elizabeth Nanziri - development economist about Africa’s global positioning, how to reclaim agency in a world shaped by inequitable systems, and why inclusive, values-driven leadership is essential for achieving sustainable development.
This episode challenges assumptions and offers fresh insights on what it takes to build economic resilience on the continent.
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3. Youth Entrepreneurship in Africa with Kenechukwu Ikebuaku
In this episode, we talk to MRF Alumni Dr Kenechukwu Ikebuaku, CEO of Mozisha and 2014 Mandela Rhodes Scholar. Dr Kenechukwu explores his journey from selling bread as a child to support his mother, to Al's impact on the labour market, and what it takes to build something meaningful on the African continent.
He speaks candidly about failure, identity, and resilience. This conversation is a powerful reminder that Africa’s future lies in the hands of its boldest believers.
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2. Why Africa needs healed leaders with Tumelo Moreri
In this episode, Tumelo Moreri, a 2014 Mandela Rhodes Scholar and actuarial scientist turned healer, shares her personal journey from analytical disciplines to spiritual and healing work.
This conversation challenges traditional notions of leadership and invites us to consider what it means to be a “healed leader”.
Find out why Tumelo feels Africa’s future depends on leaders who embrace collective healing.
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1. Balancing Legacy and Leadership with Judy Sikuza
In the inaugural episode of The Mandela Rhodes Foundation Podcast, we explore the remarkable journey of Judy Sikuza, the youngest CEO in the history of Nelson Mandela’s legacy organisations. Join host Mantombi Makhubele as she delves into Judy’s inspiring journey: from growing up during the apartheid state of emergency to becoming a transformative leader on the continent.
We hear how Judy’s spiritual grounding and values-based leadership shaped her vision for the future of African leadership as she celebrates five years as CEO of the Mandela Rhodes Foundation. This episode offers insights for aspiring leaders on resilience, purpose, and making an impact in a complex world.
Under the auspices of our founding patron Nelson Mandela's dream to build exceptional leadership capacity in Africa, we invite listeners to hear authentic and personal stories of remarkable African leaders and trailblazers about what it takes to rise to leadership and what shaped their journeys. While embodying Mandela’s values towards a just and equitable society.
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