Sasol SuperLead Podcast

What will it take to build a healthcare system that is both  accessible and financially sustainable ? In Episode 189,  Dr Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Thoneshan Naidoo, CEO of the Health Funders Association (HFA) , for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, healthcare funding and the future of healthcare in South Africa. They unpack  medical schemes, affordability, NHI, healthcare workforc...

In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, Dr Maanda sits down with Julia Sotirianakos, CEO of Reach For A Dream, to explore what it takes to lead with purpose, resilience and compassion. Drawing on 18 years of leadership, Julia shares how Reach For A Dream brings hope to children facing life-threatening illnesses and supports their families through some of their most difficult moments. She reflect...

As AI makes it easier than ever to build,  what becomes the real competitive advantage? On this episode of the SuperLead Podcast,  Joshua Harvey, Co-Founder and CEO at Specno , joins us to unpack why leadership judgment is becoming increasingly important in the age of AI. Drawing on insights from Specno’s  2026 State of Product Development Report , Joshua explores why building faster and shipping...

Most of us have been told that success, achievement, and ambition will bring fulfillment. But what happens when you've ticked all the boxes and still feel like something is missing? In this episode of the  SuperLead Podcast , we're joined by  Luxolo Kentane , National Director of  Alpha South Africa , speaker, author, and founder of the Living Legacy Movement. Luxolo shares his journey fro...

Many organisations don't struggle because they lack ideas. They struggle because of gaps in execution, communication, and competence. In this episode of the  SuperLead Podcast , we sit down with  Maneo Scott , Strategic Executive Partner to Leadership, organisational consultant, author of  Master Digital Persuasion , and CEO of the  Core Competency Institute (CCI) .We explore why competence ma...

This week on the  SuperLead Podcast , we sit down with  Lungile Faith Dlamini Leokaoke , executive leader, psychologist, human capital specialist, and author of  Let It Flow: The Importance of Attitude When Navigating Life .Lungile shares her journey from humble beginnings to leadership, and unpacks the power of faith, resilience, mindfulness, and mindset when navigating life's uncertainties....

In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we sit down with Marthinus Stander, Chief Executive Officer of Rainbow Chicken, to explore what it takes to lead organisations through transformation, uncertainty, and growth. With nearly three decades of experience in the food and agri-processing industry, Marthinus shares valuable insights from leading business turnarounds, driving operational excellence...

Why do so many great strategies fail, even when talented leaders, capable teams, and ambitious plans are in place? In this episode, Dr Maanda sits down with  Nkululeko Khumalo , strategy execution thinker, operating executive, and author of  Drift Happens: How Focus5™ Keeps Strategy on Track . Drawing from more than two decades of experience across consulting, investment banking, and senior operat...

What does it take to lead one of Africa's largest and most diversified companies? In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, Dr Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Mpumi Madisa, CEO of the Bidvest Group and one of the world's most influential business leaders. With more than two decades at Bidvest, Mpumi shares insights from her leadership journey, lessons from leading a multinational organisa...

What happens when the boy nobody expected to succeed becomes a voice of hope to thousands around the world? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Maanda Tshifularo sits down with  Koketso Molaolwe , author of  The Unlikely Candidate , to explore a journey marked by rejection, pain, insecurity, and ultimately, purpose. Born and raised in Kuruman, Koketso's story defies expectations. The boy who s...

Agriculture is often viewed through the lens of food production, but what does it take to build a profitable, globally competitive agribusiness in Africa? In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we are joined by  Zanele Hlatshwayo , Founder of  Leaf and Loaf , a commercial herb export business based in Kenya, and host of  The Yield , a podcast dedicated to exploring the realities of building suc...

On this episode of the  SuperLead Podcast , we sit down with  Simone Zanetti , creator of the  Zanetti AI Framework™  and one of the leading voices on the practical application of AI in business. With more than two decades of experience in artificial intelligence, Simone shares how leaders can move beyond AI experimentation and adopt structured approaches that improve decision-making, governance,...

Former Bidvest Financial Services CEO Hannah Sadiki joins us on the SuperLead Podcast to share lessons from a remarkable 36-year leadership journey in banking and financial services. In this conversation, Hannah reflects on leadership, resilience, governance, innovation, and building high-performing teams. We also discuss her passion for developing people, empowering women through entrepreneurship...

What happens when life repeatedly tests your limits—and you choose to turn that pain into purpose? In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Fairweather, a leading brand and health industry executive with over two decades of experience, to discuss his remarkable journey through open-heart surgery, stroke, cancer, and severe anxiety. Brandon shares the lessons he's lear...

What happens when other people’s perceptions become the story of who you are? In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we sit down with  Dr Sibongile Vilakazi Research Psychologist, Founder of Ntsikelelo Business Solutions, academic, board member, and author of  Put Her in Her Place . Drawing on her expertise in leadership, organisational development, and human behaviour, Dr Vilakazi explores the...

In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we sit down with  Bulelani Balabala , one of South Africa’s leading advocates for township entrepreneurship. As the founder of the  Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA) , Bulelani has helped impact over 100,000 entrepreneurs across the country—championing the growth of businesses built from eKasi. We dive into his 20-year journey of building, failing, and...

In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, Dr Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Ayanda Vana, Chief Operating Officer of KHULA, a leading agritech platform transforming access to markets, finance, and resources for farmers across South Africa. With over 20,000 farmers already integrated into the KHULA ecosystem, Ayanda shares her journey into leadership and the mission behind building scalable soluti...

What if breakthrough performance isn’t about doing more — but shifting differently? On this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we are joined by internationally recognised performance scientist and author of  Key Shift: 6 Keys to Unlocking Your Potential , Dr Nceba Hene. With over two decades of experience spanning elite sport, corporate leadership, and wellness-driven systems, Dr Hene shares powerf...

On this week’s  SuperLead Podcast , we are joined by Nicky Verd digital futurist, international keynote speaker, and author of  AI: Humanity’s Greatest Frenemy . From rock bottom after losing her job to becoming one of Africa’s most influential voices on artificial intelligence and digital disruption, Nicky’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and unapologetic self-disruption. In this powe...

In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we are joined by entrepreneur and author Marthinus van der Westhuizen, the creator of  The Rock Blueprint: Build a Business That Runs Without You . What started as a response to personal crises that forced him to step away from his company became a powerful framework for building organisations that are resilient, adaptable, and not dependent on the founder...

On this week’s SuperLead Podcast, we are joined by a leading voice in leadership, wellbeing, and women’s health, Dr Ashika Pillay . She is a medical doctor, executive coach, and wellbeing and mindfulness teacher, with a holistic approach that integrates leadership, preventative medicine, and mindful living. In this conversation, we explore her journey and the work she does to support women particu...

In this episode of the  SuperLead Podcast , Dr Maanda Tshifularo is joined by  Linda Maqoma , Founder and Director of  Nomatshawe Consulting Group , for a powerful conversation on leadership, strategy, and building sustainable businesses in Africa. Linda shares her journey from Fort Beaufort to becoming a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs, executives, and boards across the continent. Together, they...

On this episode of the  SuperLead Podcast , we sit down with  Punki Modise , Group Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer at Absa Group Limited. Punki shares insights from her leadership journey at the highest levels of banking and unpacks how strategy, sustainability, and long‑term growth intersect at scale. Recognised as one of the  Top 250 Women in Sustainability 2025  and  Business Leader o...

In this episode of the  SuperLead Podcast , we sit down with  Nomonde White , CIO for Group Compliance at  Absa Group  and one of Africa’s most accomplished technology leaders. Nomonde joins us for an honest conversation about  women in leadership  — the wins, the sacrifices, the unspoken biases, and the realities of leading at the highest levels. Drawing from her experience driving large‑scale co...

Success in entrepreneurship is not just about strategy it’s about the  inner game . In this episode of the  SuperLead Podcast , we are joined by  Oabona Kgengwenyane , founder and CEO of Innolead Consulting and author of  Innolead: Unpacking the Inner Game of African Entrepreneurship . Oabona shares his journey from leaving corporate life in 1999 to building multiple businesses across Africa. We e...