Siphokazi Jonas is a multi-award-winning poet, playwright, actor, and producer based in South Africa. She holds an MA in English Literature and a BA in Drama and English. She is the author of Weeping Becomes a River, which was awarded 2024 The Book Lounge Book of the Year, listed among the 100 Notable African Books […]
Shannon is an education and programme management professional with extensive experience leading learning, training and organisational development initiatives across the higher education and early childhood development (ECD) sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Psychology and a Master of Business Administration (MBA), equipping her with a strong foundation in strategy, leadership and
Llewellyn Fredericks is a Chartered Accountant (SA) and impact investment leader with over 20 years of experience. He has held senior impactful roles, including Executive Director at Innovation Edge and Investment Principal at ESquared Investments, managing a diverse early-stage portfolio. Currently, he advises on capital strategy and impact-driven growth across sectors on the continent, and
Nozipho Swelindawo is a creative entrepreneur, filmmaker, and community builder from Lusikisiki, South Africa. She is the founder of Imbudu Community Arts Centre and Imbali Films, initiatives dedicated to nurturing creativity, storytelling, and social change in underserved communities. With a background in acting, film facilitation, and mentorship—shaped through her studies at Nelson Mandela University and
