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She Brigade

By Pelontle Mosimege

Welcome to She Brigade the Podcast hosted by Pelontle Mosimege.
In each episode, we have in-depth conversations with amazing women across South Africa, from corporate professionals to creatives and entrepreneurs.
We talk about their stories, the good and the bad, and the journeys that have led them to be who they are today.

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S3E20: Ask Me Anything: Pivoting Careers, Being an Analyst, Being a Podcaster and Approaching Your Guests

She BrigadeJun 07, 2021

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Introducing worKIT by She Brigade

Introducing worKIT by She Brigade

Welcome to this bonus episode of She Brigade where I sit down with the Founder and Creative Director of Boss Plus 1. Boss Plus 1 and She Brigade have collaborated to bring you our first ever She Brigade product, worKIT - a career journaling kit to help you map out and navigate your career. In this episode, we talk about the journey to collaborating on this product and how and why it came it be, what it was like working together and how you can get your hands on it.

You can sign up to the worKIT community for all the latest updates at: https://shebrigade.myflodesk.com/shebrigade The journal will be available on https://www.bossplus1shop.com/ for purchase.

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Dec 05, 202331:09
Make December better friends with January with Ayanda Vana

Make December better friends with January with Ayanda Vana

This is a special episode of She Brigade, brought to you by Young Professionals from Nedbank, to learn more about Nedbank’s Young Professional offering, learn more here

The festive season is upon us and with that comes financial, mental and emotional obligations which can sometimes leave your January worse for wear.

In today’s episode, I’ll be chatting to Ayanda Vana - Agri-tech startup COO, Podcaster and Digital content creator - about how to successfully navigate this festive season in order to make sure that your December is better friends with January.

We’ll be diving into planning for and standing your ground throughout December, budgeting and equipping yourself for all the unseen expenses that may come your way this festive season.

Remember that Nedbank offers young professionals a private banking experience that gives you incredible rewards and lifestyle perks, a financial planner, a dedicated banker and so much more at a 50% reduced fee.

Dec 10, 202136:36
Ending the year off strong with Aurelia Nxumalo

Ending the year off strong with Aurelia Nxumalo

This is a special episode of She Brigade, brought to you by Young Professionals from Nedbank, to learn more about Nedbank’s Young Professional offering click here

You have about a month to achieve an end-of-year goal and give yourself something to celebrate on New Year’s Eve. In today’s episode, I’ll be chatting with Aurelia Nxumalo, a legal practitioner and digital entrepreneur.

We’ll be diving into how to plan and set goals and, more importantly, how to follow through and finish the year strong.

Nedbank offers young professionals a private banking experience that gives you incredible rewards and lifestyle perks, a wealth advisor, a dedicated banker and so much more, all at a 50% reduced fee.

Nov 25, 202134:37
S4E7: Stephanie Kituri, Founder of Vana Naturals

S4E7: Stephanie Kituri, Founder of Vana Naturals

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Today’s guest is Stephanie Kituri.

Stephanie started out studying for a degree in political sciences with dreams of being the Secretary-General of the United Nations. After a retrenchment, she found herself leaning into her passion for clean hair care and established Vana Naturals, a natural hair care clean beauty brand that creates effective products for afro-textured, coily and curly hair types.

Tune in to hear her story here.  You can listen to the podcast on our YouTube channel

HERE Let us know what you think of this episode by sharing it on Instagram or Twitter and tagging us @shebrigade Please also subscribe, follow and leave us a review on whichever platform you're listening on.

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Nov 22, 202143:37
S4E6: Kentse Masilo, Fashion Designer and Project Runway South Africa Season 1 Winner

S4E6: Kentse Masilo, Fashion Designer and Project Runway South Africa Season 1 Winner

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Today’s guest is Kentse Masilo.

In 2017, Kentse became a finalist at Sunglass Hut New Talent Search at SA Fashion Week and in 2018 she went on the be the first-ever winner of Project Runway South Africa.

In this episode, she shares how she was first introduced into the fashion world, how she’s been navigating it and life before and after Project Runway.

Tune in to hear her story here.  You can listen to the podcast on our YouTube channel

HERE Let us know what you think of this episode by sharing it on Instagram or Twitter and tagging us @shebrigade Please also subscribe, follow and leave us a review on whichever platform you're listening on.

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Nov 15, 202137:01
S4E5: Ofentse Pitse, Conductor and founder of all black orchestra Anchored Sounds

S4E5: Ofentse Pitse, Conductor and founder of all black orchestra Anchored Sounds

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Ofentse is the first black South African woman to conduct and own an orchestra. She started playing her first instrument at the age of 12. Ofentse studied architecture as a way to combine her love of the arts with numbers but never let go of her love of music.

Today she is the owner of Anchored Sounds, an all-black symphony orchestra.

In this episode, Ofentse shares how she took the leap from architecture to conducting and all the many many challenges she faced along the way.

Tune in to hear her story here.  You can listen to the podcast on our YouTube channel

HERE Let us know what you think of this episode by sharing it on Instagram or Twitter and tagging us @shebrigade Please also subscribe, follow and leave us a review on whichever platform you're listening on.

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Nov 09, 202140:54
S4E4: Dr Katlego Lekalakala, Medical Doctor, Founder of Beats by Kaz, Founder of Clueless Moms

S4E4: Dr Katlego Lekalakala, Medical Doctor, Founder of Beats by Kaz, Founder of Clueless Moms

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Dr Katlego is a University of Pretoria MBChB graduate. She is a self-trained makeup artist and the founder of Beats by Kaz. Having recently become a mom, she decided to start Clueless Moms, a platform for moms to come together, share knowledge and experiences and gain knowledge from experts as they enter postpartum.

In today’s episode, Dr Katlego shares about her journey growing up and all the challenges she faced including a dive into her experiences with colourism. She also takes us through why she decided to become a professional makeup artist while studying to become a doctor and the need for a platform like Clueless Moms.

Tune in to hear her story here.  You can listen to the podcast on our YouTube channel

HERE Let us know what you think of this episode by sharing it on Instagram or Twitter and tagging us @shebrigade Please also subscribe, follow and leave us a review on whichever platform you're listening on.  

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Nov 02, 202101:07:34
S4E3: Boipelo Mabe, Miss SA Top 3 2017, Digital Communications Manager, Entrepreneur

S4E3: Boipelo Mabe, Miss SA Top 3 2017, Digital Communications Manager, Entrepreneur

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Today’s guest is Boipelo Mabe.
Boipelo is one of the Miss South Africa Top 3 Finalists for 2017 but what many people may not know is that prior to that she had been in the pageant industry from the age of 6 when her mom got her into pageants in order to build her confidence.
Boipelo grew up navigating the socio-economic dynamics of being from the township while attending urban schooling. These contrasts in the worlds that she existed in are part of what drove her to eventually become one of the top 3 of Miss SA, embark on a number of entrepreneurial ventures and now to carving her way through the corporate world to become the Digital Communications Manager at one of the leading telecommunications companies in South Africa.
In today’s episode Boipelo takes us through her journey of navigating different industries at once, the impact of the Miss South Africa pageant on her life as well as literally creating her own roles in the corporate world and so much more.
Tune in to hear her story here.
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Oct 25, 202149:58
S4E2: Karen Mwendera, Forbes 30 under 30 Curator, Entrepreneur and Award Winning Journalist

S4E2: Karen Mwendera, Forbes 30 under 30 Curator, Entrepreneur and Award Winning Journalist

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Karen Mwendera is an award-winning multimedia journalist. She is a university lecturer, a speaker, writer, anchor, moderator, and founder of Afrikaren Media. She curates the Forbes Africa 30 under 30 lists bringing together game changers from across the continent in business, sports, tech and creatives fields. In her work as a journalist, she has interviewed the likes of Naomi Campbell, Naspers CEO Phuti Mahenyele, Danai Gurira, Femi Kuti, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, President Cyril Ramaphos and more.

In this episode of the podcast, Karen takes us through the highlights of her career as a journalist, the pressure of being the Forbes Africa 30 under 30 curator, behind the scenes of the media industry and her growth through it all.

Tune in to hear her story here.

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Oct 18, 202152:44
S4E1: Gugulethu Mfuphi, Orator, Moderator and Broadcast Journalist

S4E1: Gugulethu Mfuphi, Orator, Moderator and Broadcast Journalist

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Today's guest is Gugu Mfuphi. Gugu holds many titles including orator, moderator, broadcast journalist, senior anchor and so many more. She has also recently presented her first Tedx talk with the University of South Africa.

Having studied accounting in university, Gugu quickly realized that the typical accounting route would not be the one for her and joined the campus radio station as a creative outlet. This is where her media career started.

In this episode of the podcast, Gugulethu shares how she merged the worlds of financial markets, broadcast journalism, media and public speaking to carve out her own career path. She also takes us through some of the lessons she has learnt on love and loss.

Tune in to hear her story here.

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Oct 11, 202152:42
Season 4 Trailer

Season 4 Trailer

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Welcome to Season 4 of She Brigade, the Podcast. Hosted by Pelontle Mosimege. If you’re new to the podcast welcome and we hope you enjoy the ride and if you’re a returning Brigader welcome back and thank you for being on this journey with us. She Brigade was created to celebrate and amplify the stories of incredible and inspiring black female trailblazers. And in just over 2 years we’ve done just that. Over 60 stories have been shared and we’re back to share even more. While you wait for the new season to start head over to www.shebrigade.com or your podcast platform of choice and go through our archive to catch up with previous seasons if you haven’t already. We love to hear from you so please engage with us on our social media @shebrigade on all social media platforms or email us your feedback at info@shebrigade.com

Oct 06, 202104:50
S3E21: Zulaikha Patel, Social Justice Activist and Author
Jun 14, 202101:08:18
S3E20: Ask Me Anything: Pivoting Careers, Being an Analyst, Being a Podcaster and Approaching Your Guests

S3E20: Ask Me Anything: Pivoting Careers, Being an Analyst, Being a Podcaster and Approaching Your Guests

Hi Brigade, This is not your usual She Brigade episode. Today, I'm answering all your burning questions about me, career-related questions and podcasting and so much more. We hope you enjoy this episode. As always, do let us know your thoughts

Jun 07, 202136:08
S3E19: Afua Osei, Partnerships Strategist and Co-Founder of She Leads Africa
May 24, 202145:46
S3E18: Lebohang Masango, Anthropologist, PhD candidate, and Award Winning Author and Poet
May 17, 202154:18
S3E17: Faith Makhubele, Activist, Medical Student and Founder of Non-Profit Organization: Unforgettable Smiles
May 10, 202156:31
S3E16: Keamogetswe Matsho, Brand Strategist & Venture Builder, former CEO of Aqua Air Africa
May 03, 202143:32
S3E15: Shiela Yabo, Business Strategist, Venture Builder & Angel Investor
Apr 26, 202155:24
S3E14: Thandi Nyati, Product Policy Manager at TikTok

S3E14: Thandi Nyati, Product Policy Manager at TikTok

Today’s guest is Thandi Nyati. Thandi is a product policy manager at TikTok. Born and raised in Zimbabwe, she has carved her law career into the works of tech. 

Tune in to hear her story here. 

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Apr 19, 202151:04
S3E13: Milisa Mabinza, Founder of Khula Lula - a South African Private Equity Fund
Apr 12, 202155:12
S3E12: Caron Williams, founder of The Throne - an online publication and influencer agency

S3E12: Caron Williams, founder of The Throne - an online publication and influencer agency

Today's guest is Caron Williams. She founded The Throne Magazine and Agency. The Throne Magazine is an online publication that celebrates the most impactful local tastemakers, bloggers, content creators, designers and influencers within contemporary culture.

Caron has also been recently named as a Play Your Part Ambassador for Brand South Africa.

Tune in to hear her story here.

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Apr 05, 202146:47
S3E11: Tetlanyo Lekalake, Regional Marketing Program Lead at Facebook
Mar 29, 202101:03:34
S3E10: Lessons on Finding and Using Your Voice
Mar 22, 202111:54
S3E9: Nothando Tembe, Founder and Creative Manager of Nothando Tembe Communications

S3E9: Nothando Tembe, Founder and Creative Manager of Nothando Tembe Communications

Today's guest is Nothando Tembe.

Nothando owns and manages a digital agency, Nothando Tembe Communications, which helps small businesses grow and succeed through digital tools.

Tune in to hear all about her journey.

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Mar 15, 202148:12
S3E8: Karabo Mokgonyana, Candidate Attorney and Social Justice Activist
Mar 08, 202101:08:05
S3E7: Nobuhle Ndlovu, Investment Professional
Mar 01, 202147:35
S3E6: Amanda Kandawire-Khoza, Pilot, Digital Illustrator and Entrepreneur
Feb 22, 202158:03
S3E5: Thembiso Magajana, Founder of Social Coding

S3E5: Thembiso Magajana, Founder of Social Coding

Today's guest is Thembiso Magajana. Thembiso is the founder of Social Coding. A non-profit company that helps rural communities leverage technology for a better future. Before she became a social entrepreneur, she was a banker. 

Tune in to hear all about her journey.

Let us know what you think of this episode by sharing it on Instagram or Twitter and tagging us @shebrigade

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Nov 30, 202047:20
S3E4: Vuyolwethu Dubese, Innovation Consultant & Founder of Innovtel

S3E4: Vuyolwethu Dubese, Innovation Consultant & Founder of Innovtel

Today's guest is Vuyolwethu Dubese (Twitter: @vdubese) is a multiple award-nominated professional in impact and inclusive development, and innovation strategy. She also recently founded a company - Innovtel. Innovtel is an impact design studio that facilitates impact innovation and shared value through people, products, and partnerships.

Tune in as she shares her journey through impact, innovation and AUDACITY.

Let us know what you think of this episode by sharing it on Instagram or Twitter and tagging us @shebrigade 

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Nov 23, 202046:53
S3E3: Pelonomi Moiloa, Data Scientist
Nov 16, 202051:44
S3E2: Vuyi Zondi, Founder and MD of Corium Skincare
Nov 09, 202044:06
S3E1: Ndoni Mcunu, Scientist, Environmentalist & Founder of Black Women in Science

S3E1: Ndoni Mcunu, Scientist, Environmentalist & Founder of Black Women in Science

WELCOME TO SEASON 3 OF SHE BRIGADE!!!

To kick off the podcast this season, our guest is Ndoni Mcunu (IG: @NdoniMcunu). Ndoni is a Scientist, Environmentalist and the Founder of Black Women in Science. Black Women in Science is a registered non-profit organization aimed at providing scientific and research skills for science students and graduates.

She is also currently studying towards her PhD at the Global Change Institute at the University of Witswatersrand.

Join us she shares her story of activism, research and academia.

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Nov 02, 202043:57
S2E22: Carol Nyazika, founder of Ndanaka

S2E22: Carol Nyazika, founder of Ndanaka

Today's guest is Carol Nyazika (IG: @carolnyazika). Carol is the founder of the hair and skincare line Ndanaka.
What you may not know though is that she began her journey studying to become a social worker. Tune in to hear how Carol went from studying social work to becoming a marketing executive and finally founding and running a hair and skincare range across Africa.
Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @shebrigade or sharing the love on Instagram by tagging @shebrigade and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen so that others can find it too. Sign up for our monthly newsletter for all the latest updates and resources from She Brigade HERE.
Jul 13, 202001:09:24
S2E21: Nox Mafu, Content and Media Specialist

S2E21: Nox Mafu, Content and Media Specialist

On today's show, we have Noxolo Mafu. Noxolo has worked at major media outlets including being deputy editor of HuffPost SA and more recently deputy editor of Cosmopolitan SA.

Tune in to hear her story.

Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @shebrigade or sharing the love on Instagram by tagging @shebrigade and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen so that others can find it too. Sign up for our monthly newsletter for all the latest updates and resources from She Brigade HERE.


Jul 06, 202046:29
#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Gender-Based Violence in South Africa is increasingly getting worse and more publicized. In the workplace, women are often harassed explicitly or implicitly and as women, we tend to accept being treated a certain way.  On today's coffee break, Lesedi and Pelo sit down wit HR expert Lorna Mosima to discuss, what is sexual harassment? What are the different examples? What should you do if you find yourself in these situations? What if you find yourself going through gender-based violence at home, where does work fit in? 

We unpack all of these topics today. Please do tune in to the full episode, it is so important that we are equipped with the right knowledge and tools to protect ourselves and women and men going through violence.

We absolutely love hearing your opinions and experiences of the topics we discuss on the show, please send in your voice notes and we will absolutely keep you anonymous if you prefer.

Jul 02, 202049:14
S2E20: Motshidisi Mohono, Award Winning Sports Broadcaster
Jun 29, 202048:04
S2E19: Kgomotso Mosiane, Brand Manager for Smashbox & Clinique
Jun 22, 202055:18
#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak Don't Touch My Hair

#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak Don't Touch My Hair

Don't forget to send your voice messages and share your experience with your hair in the corporate world.

As two black girls working in the corporate world, we've experienced our fair share of side eyes and comments regarding our hair. Our hair is so dynamic that it can go from super short to a big afro to braids of all shapes and sizes. It can be both stressful and annoying being in an environment where people prefer you a certain way. On today's episode, we sit down and talk about our experiences with our hair in the corporate world.


Jun 18, 202031:55
S2E18: Amonge Sinxoto, Social Entrepeneur & Activist
Jun 15, 202044:28
#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak The Toxic Manager Situation

#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak The Toxic Manager Situation

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you had to deal with a toxic manager? How do you even identify a toxic manager? And once you have identified that you are in this position, what do you do about it? Lesedi and Pelo tackle this topic today with mental health activist Kamo Semenya (IG @kamosemenya) by unpacking the different situations they've been in and how they've dealt with it in the past.

Let us know if you've ever found yourself in this situation and how you navigated it by sending in a voice message using the link below (we will keep you anonymous if you prefer)

Jun 11, 202043:19
S2E17: Mapalo Makhu, Founder of Woman & Finance and Author

S2E17: Mapalo Makhu, Founder of Woman & Finance and Author

On today's episode, we have Mapalo Makhu (@mapalomakhu). Mapalo is a Published Author of the book: You're Not Broke, You're Pre-Rich. She is an award-winning Personal Finance Coach, Speaker, the founder of Woman & Finance.

Tune in to hear all about her journey.

Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @shebrigade or sharing the love on Instagram by tagging @shebrigade and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen so that others can find it too. Sign up for our monthly newsletter for all the latest updates and resources from She Brigade HERE.


Jun 08, 202048:10
S2E16: Sive Mfenyana, Commercial Pilot

S2E16: Sive Mfenyana, Commercial Pilot

Today's guest is  Sive Mfenayna, IG: @pilotsive, a licensed commercial pilot. Sive's interest in flying was sparked by a question that she says she had as a young girl, which was; "Who gets to keep these big machines in the sky and why can’t I?"

Tune in to hear her story from growing up in the Eastern Cape to being a pilot.

Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @shebrigade or sharing the love on Instagram by tagging @shebrigade and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen so that others can find it too. Sign up for our monthly newsletter for all the latest updates and resources from She Brigade HERE.

Jun 01, 202046:32
#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak Using LinkedIn to Up Your Career with Zimasa Mabuse
May 28, 202047:13
S2E15: Olwethu Leshabane, Media Entrepreneur, Maternal Health Advocate & Host of The Sit Down with Olwethu Podcast
May 25, 202040:45
S2E14: Zandile Mkhwanazi, Founder of GirlCode & EmpowerXx

S2E14: Zandile Mkhwanazi, Founder of GirlCode & EmpowerXx

Zandile Keebine is the Chairwoman and founder of GirlCode, a non-profit organisation aimed at empowering young girls and women through technology. Through her leadership, the organisation has grown immensely to host monthly coding and robotics workshops teaching over 3000 girls from primary and high schools.

She is also the founder of EmpowerXx, a women-in-STEM focused recruitment agency whose focus is to accelerate women in leadership positions within corporates.

Tune in to hear her all about Zandile's story. 

Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @shebrigade or sharing the love on Instagram by tagging @shebrigade and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen so that others can find it too. Sign up for our monthly newsletter for all the latest updates and resources from She Brigade HERE.

May 18, 202059:43
#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak Taking Leave on Lockdown??

#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak Taking Leave on Lockdown??

Send in your voice messages here: https://anchor.fm/shebrigade/message 

On this segment of She Brigade, myself, Pelontle Mosimege and co-host Lesedi Molokomme sit down and talk about the various things we go through as career women.

A lot has changed and today we're discussing taking leave on lockdown...

Hope you enjoy...

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May 14, 202026:41
S2E13: Londy Ngcobo, Global Ship Navigator & Africa's First Female Dredge Master

S2E13: Londy Ngcobo, Global Ship Navigator & Africa's First Female Dredge Master


On today's episode, we have Londy Ngcobo (IG: @blaqmermaid).
A Global Ship Navigator and Africa's First Female Dredge Master. Londy Ngcobo has over 13 years of experience in the Maritime industry, her background includes Maritime Studies, International Merchant shipping experience, Advanced dredging from the Netherlands IHC and her current roles as a Maritime Compliance Manager for Transnet National Ports Authority, Founder of Global Maritime Youth and Chief Executive of Womaritime Experts, a consulting firm in the shipping industry. All of this has led to her well-known title, “The BLACKMERMAID”.
Tune in to hear her all about Londy Ngcobo's story.
Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @shebrigade or sharing the love on Instagram by tagging @shebrigade and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen so that others can find it too.
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May 11, 202042:52
S2E12: Nozipho Tshabalala, Conversation Strategist & Global Moderator

S2E12: Nozipho Tshabalala, Conversation Strategist & Global Moderator

On today's show, we have Nozipho Tshabalala (Mbanjwa)
Nozipho is a conversation strategist who moderates global conversations that are designed to have measurable outcomes. She is also an award-winning financial markets broadcaster.
Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @shebrigade or sharing the love on Instagram by tagging @shebrigade and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen so that others can find it too.
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May 04, 202043:05
#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak WFH?!

#SheBrigadeCoffeeBreak WFH?!

Send in your voice messages here: https://anchor.fm/shebrigade/message 

Hey Brigaders, we will be bringing you tons more Coffee Break episodes as requested.

On this series, myself, Pelontle and co-host Lesedi sit down and unpack issues about the various things we go through as career women.

Since we've been on lockdown a lot of us have had to adjust to this new world of working from home. Lesedi and I chat about our experiences of working from home and how we've been adjusting to our new normal.

Hope you enjoy...

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Apr 30, 202045:59
S2E11: Sewagodimo Matlapeng, Software Engineer, Techpreneur & Founder of Indoni Developers

S2E11: Sewagodimo Matlapeng, Software Engineer, Techpreneur & Founder of Indoni Developers

Happy Freedom Day to all my fellow South Africans!

On today's show, we have Sewagodimo Matlapeng (IG: @matlapeng). Sewagodimo is a software engineer and also founded Indoni Developers which provides career support for female developers. She is a speaker on local and international stages and uses her YouTube channel- Sunshine in My Code to educate others on coding.

Tune in to hear all about her journey in engineering and around the world.

Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @shebrigade or sharing the love on Instagram by tagging @shebrigade and don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever you listen so that others can find it too.

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Apr 27, 202041:17