On this week’s episode I am in Conversation with Anele Maphanga who is a PR maven. This episode highlights the versatility of the careers one can pursue with a law degree. After graduating with an LLB from the University of the Witwatersrand, Anele decided to pivot into communications, which was a long-life dream! Her work experience includes working for leading agencies and at FMCG giants such as Procter & Gamble and Unilever which has seen her lead award-winning campaigns recognized at the EFFIES, MMA Smarties, Loeries and SABRE Awards - and has been featured on the Global Citizen stage in New York for her #BloodSisters campaign for the Always sanitary pad brand.
I am enamored by how Anele places God at the centre of her personal and professional life, and also how she doesn’t just deliver messages on behalf of brands but truly uses her talent to tell a story based on truth and accuracy.
Anele is a PR Maven with a gift for story-telling and building relationships. An avid read and writer, she has co-authored two books and has several articles under her belt across various publications in South Africa which include Sunday Times, Bizcommunity, Daily Maverick. She is currently the PR Lead for Beauty, Wellbeing and Personal Care for Unilever South Africa managing top brands such as Vaseline, Dove, Shield, Lifebuoy, Axe and many more leading brand communications and ground-breaking PR campaigns.
I hope you enjoy learning from Anele as much as I did.
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On today’s episode Letlhogonolo Nthodi is in conversation with Atlegang Govuza who is a Senior Associate (Attorney).
Atlegang is an admitted attorney with a BCom Law and LLB from the University of Pretoria, and an LLM in Labour Law from the University of the Witwatersrand. She is currently a Senior Associate specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions, with additional experience in public law, public interest law, and intellectual property.
Beyond her legal practice, Atlegang is passionate about youth empowerment and legal education. She is the founder of EleaThom Mentorship, a program dedicated to supporting third- and fourth-year LLB students, as well as unemployed LLB graduates, in navigating the legal profession. She also creates content aimed at helping law students succeed academically and professionally.
Committed to community development, Atlegang tutors Grade 8 mathematics in Alexandra and serves as the Public Officer of Youth Dunamis NPC, a non-profit organization focused on youth development in Mabopane. In her personal time, she is an avid fitness enthusiast.
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In today’s episode I am in Conversation with Kgomotso Mufamadi who is a seasoned labour law practitioner. We spoke about her colorful upbringing where she reflected on being partially raised in the USA due to her parents being in exile. One of the things I found fascinating about her journey in the legal profession is the fact that she had no interest in labour law when she first started practicing but life had other plans for her. She grew beautifully in this niche where she has not only served as a lecturer on labour law but also served as a commissioner at the CCMA.
In addition, Kgomotso unpacks the various aspects of South African labour law, including recent developments, challenges, and practical applications. The conversation provides valuable insights into the complexities of labour relations and the legal frameworks governing employment in South Africa.
Kgomotso Mufamadi is Chief Executive of Lotus Labour Consulting, a boutique labour law consultancy providing unique, bespoke solutions to clients in the labour relations and the organizational development space. She is an experienced attorney, labour consultant, a former commissioner of the Commission for Conciliation Mediation and Arbitration and a former lecturer at the University of Johannesburg. She has previously held the role of Head: Industrial and Employee Relations at BMW Group South Africa. Kgomotso is also President of the Wits University Convocation. Kgomotso holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Law, a Bachelor of Laws degree and a Masters in Law degree (Intellectual Property and Media Laws) all from the University of the Witwatersrand. She is not only a seasoned attorney and commissioner, but an experienced manager and board member, well-cited teacher of the law and accredited research professional.
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.
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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.
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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 professional
evolution.
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 impact
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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 in
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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.
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In today’s episode I am in Conversation with Mathari Manyisa who is an advocate. I really enjoyed her colorful story especially the part where she shared insights about how she repeated matric because she was running after a boy - the innocence of young love tickled me. It just highlights the fact that in life we can almost come back from any setback, all the wiser. Our individual journeys are filled with so much colour and life doesn’t always follow a lined path but what is meant for you will always locate you. I hope you will enjoy learning from this phenomenal woman as much as I enjoyed this conversation.
Advocate Mathari Manyisa is a highly skilled legal practitioner with a deep passion for justice, human rights, and international law. She is a member of the Pan-African Bar Association of South Africa (PABASA).
She holds an LLB from North-West University (2015-2018) and completed her pupillage in 2021 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. She was admitted as an advocate in 2022 and officially established her legal practice in late 2022 to early 2023 after relocating to Gauteng.
Areas of Expertise
Adv. Manyisa’s legal practice covers a diverse range of matters, including:
Constitutional & Administrative Law
Criminal & Civil Litigation
Property Law & Land Disputes
Urgent Applications & Interdicts
Labor Law & Employment Disputes
Delictual & Third-Party Claims
Family & Customary Law, including traditional leadership disputes
International Law & Human Rights Law
She is also a panelist on the South African Land Reform Panel under the Department of Land Reform and Agriculture, where she advises on land dispute mediation, expropriation matters, and policy development.
Commitment to Human Rights & Refugee Advocacy
Adv. Manyisa is a member of the South African Refugee-Led Network, an organization dedicated to advocating for the rights of refugees, asylum seekers, and stateless persons in South Africa. She has worked extensively on statelessness issues, permanent residence applications, and refugee status matters, ensuring vulnerable individuals receive fair legal representation and access to justice.
Pro Bono & Access to Justice
As a strong believer in justice, she is actively involved in pro bono legal services, assisting individuals who cannot afford representation. She integrates pro bono work into her practice as a way to give back and uphold the principle that justice should be accessible to all.
Legal Advocacy Meets Digital Impact
Beyond the courtroom, Adv. Manyisa uses her platform to educate and mentor aspiring legal professionals through her YouTube channel. She creates content that provides insights into the legal profession, offering guidance on career development, legal principles, and industry trends.
Entrepreneurship & Community Engagement
In addition to her legal career, she is the legal director of Sisonke Wellness Group, an NGO focused on mental health advocacy and addressing societal challenges. She ensures legal compliance and provides strategic oversight to support the organization’s mission.
She is also an entrepreneur, running a haircare manufacturing business, where she merges innovation with business acumen.
A Visionary Advocate
With a reputation for excellence, resilience, and unwavering dedication to justice, Adv. Manyisa continues to make a profound impact in law, social justice, and mentorship. Whether through litigation, human rights advocacy, pro bono work, digital education, or entrepreneurship, she remains committed to shaping a more just and empowered society.
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Welcome to season 6 of the Sisters In Conversation podcast. In today’s episode I am in Conversation with Tiisetso Mthembu who is General Counsel at a Multinational Corporation. We spoke about her upbringing with a specific focus on how Tiisetso lost her mom to HIV at a time when there was so much stigma around the disease and how losing her mom lead her into a series of traumatic experiences. Tiisetso’s story is a true testament to her resilience because in the face of adversity she continued to push on academically and actively worked her way out of a life of poverty. I am so inspired by today’s conversation and I am reminded of the phrase: “When you put everything in God’s hands, You will see God’s hand in everything”.
I hope you are inspired by Tiisetso’s story and are motivated to stay the course in whatever glory you are pursuing.
New episode every Monday at 9am 🎙️
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Nothemba Jessica Sonjica was born and raised in the Eastern Cape. She obtained her law degree from the University of Fort Hare.
She is an admitted attorney with right of appearance in the High Court, Supreme Court of Appeal and Constitutional Court. Nothemba is currently studying towards her Masters in Human Rights Protection and she is also an Accredited Mediator. She describes herself as a gender activist and her passion for gender equality is what ultimately paved the way for her current role as a Legal Officer at the Commission for Gender Equality.
To find out more about the work done by the Commission for Gender Equality visit: cge.org.za
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Join us for an empowering workshop on Saturday 5 October where a panel of lawyers will be sharing expert insights on topics pertaining to marriage, divorce, child maintenance, wills and sexual harassment at the workplace. We will also have financial advisors empowering us on how to become or remain financially secure.
There will be lots of exciting giveaways and entertainment lined up on the day. This is an exciting opportunity to learn and to network with other women.
Early bird ticket sales will end on 31 August. Secure your ticket for R950 (R1,200 normal price) now by visiting our website:
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Ticket includes: expert insights, light breakfast, goodie bag, lunch, entertainment.
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Nompilo Nyandeni is a qualified Paralegal Practitioner, Bcom Law student and Sister in law mentee. She also holds a diploma in Public Management and Economics from the Durban University of Technology and a certificate in Labour Law from the University of Cape Town . Nompilo works as an Investigating Officer in the Labour Law Section at the Provincial Government. Nompilo has demonstrated leadership skills through her involvement in various leadership structures including the RCL. her dedication has earned her to participate in a programme called Emerging Leaders in the Public Service amongst 99 other young people across the Province. As a born-again Christian, she values excellence, integrity, honesty, respect, love, and family, and is dedicated to applying her knowledge of the law to become a representative who makes a positive impact. Outside of her professional interests, Nompilo finds joy in spending time with her sisters and engaging in church activities, where she is taught valuable life lessons.
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Dr. Radebe is a Doctor in Law, Senior Lecturer, admitted attorney of the High Court and Commissioner for the South African Law Reform Commission (SALRC). She is an agile researcher and lecturer with experience in both Public law and private law. Her doctoral studies focused on Private law, while her practical legal experience focused on public law, private law, property law and trademark prosecution. Keneilwe describes herself as a teacher with great interest in transformation and introducing innovative teaching methods which encourage practical learning, accommodates student diversity, promotes student collaboration, participatory and inquiry-based learning where students also take charge of their own learning and research.
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The I am Lady Justice workshop will make a return in Johannesburg on Saturday 5 October 2024 from 9am – 3pm. This will mark the 10th installment of the workshop series and the plan is to take it to the top.
Join us for what promises to be an incredible experience which will include masterclasses on topics pertaining to marriage; divorce; child maintenance; wills & estate planning; unfair dismissals and personal finance. We have exciting competitions leading up to the workshop and will have even bigger and better competitions and giveaways at the actual workshop. Get your super early bird tickets now for a limited time of two weeks and come on board for a day filled with learning, entertainment and incredible networking opportunities.
Tickets available on: https://sisterinlaw.co.za/product/i-am-lady-justice-workshop-johannesburg/
