Conversations with Gofaone

In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, we sit down for a thoughtful and insightful conversation on business, leadership, entrepreneurship, and the realities of building in the African context. Through honest reflections and practical insights, this conversation explores what it takes to lead with purpose, navigate challenges, and contribute meaningfully to the future of our economies and c...

In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, we sit down with Tarnia Gonzo, a Strategic Change Leader and Founder of T&S Consulting whose work sits at the centre of people, technology, and transformation. Tarnia brings a rare balance of technical insight and human understanding. With experience spanning global organisations and community-rooted enterprises, she has built a practice focused on th...

In a world where complexity is no longer an occasional visitor but a constant companion, the leaders we need today are those who can see beyond the present, anticipate what’s coming, and lead with both clarity and humanity. In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, I sit down with Nadeira Karriem, Corporate Educator, Leadership Development Specialist, and someone who has made learning not jus...

In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, I sit down with Munya Chanetsa, one of the most respected voices in Africa’s music business. With a career that spans A&R, rights management, artist development and publishing across multiple African markets, Munya has played a significant role in shaping how talent, structure and ownership come together to build long-term careers. Our conversation lo...

In the next episode of #CWG, we’re joined by Wendy Myers, Head of Securities at @psg_wealth and a veteran of over two decades in South Africa’s investment industry. Wendy unpacks why young people should appreciate the value of compound interest; starting with a unit trust, building into ETFs and how this journey, anchored in long-term thinking, allows you to build legacy wealth without needing to...

Investing in disadvantaged communities is a conversation that needs more urgency, especially when it comes to building legacy wealth. In this episode, Fikile Shabangu Mbhokota, CEO of @satrix_sa (South Africa’s leading index-tracking and ETF provider, managing over R260 billion in assets) dives into ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) how they bundle baskets of assets, lower risk, and allow everyday peop...

In this upcoming episode, I sit down with Chris Vermaak, who leads partnerships and growth at Turlov Family Office Securities (TFOS) South Africa. We unpack what trading really means beyond the charts; from regulation and compliance to how global stock markets like the NYSE and NASDAQ shape opportunities here at home. Chris shares insights on the realities and risks of trading, who truly benefits,...

This week on Conversations with Gofaone, I’m joined by KC Rottok Chesaina, an award-winning Chartered Accountant (CA SA), former RSM audit partner, and JSE-accredited financial reporting advisor. KC is also a best-selling author and business speaker, founder of The African Professional magazine and the SA Professional Services Awards, and known for his titles Masters of Money and The CEO X Factor....

Recorded live at the @johannesburg_stock_exchange – #SheInvests Summit, this special episode of Conversations with Gofaone features @bellz_motshwane an Attorney, Legal Entrepreneur, and Founder of Sister In Law, a platform dedicated to empowering women through legal literacy and access to justice. Too often, financial literacy is spoken of only in terms of budgets and investments, but the truth is...

What does it really take to fund African innovation, not in theory, but in practice? At the 2025 African Development Bank Annual Meetings in Abidjan, I had the honour of moderating a powerful side event hosted by the Vision 2030 Fund and the DRC Ministry of Industry. Titled “Catalyzing African-Led Innovation: Financing the Next Generation of Startups & SMEs”, this session asked a critical ques...

What will it take to fund the future of Africa, on our own terms? In this episode, I sit down with @marcwatum , a Congolese entrepreneur, strategist, and pan-African force driving change from policy rooms to boardrooms. From advising the DRC’s Ministry of SMEs to founding the Vision 2030 Fund, Marc is at the forefront of reimagining how African businesses are built, backed, and scaled. We explore...

Are diamonds really forever? t’s a question that haunts the heart of Botswana’s economy and shapes the soul of this conversation. In the Season 8 premiere of Conversations with Gofaone, I sit down with @naseem_lahri , Managing Director of @lucaradiamond Botswana, the first Motswana woman to lead one of the world’s most significant diamond mines. Under her leadership, Lucara unearthed the 1,758ct S...

In a world of fast-moving technology and inflated buzzwords, what does innovation actually look like when it’s grounded in value, not vanity? In this episode, I sit down with Tertius Zitzke , founder and CEO of 4Sight Holdings Limited , a JSE-listed tech company pioneering digital transformation across sectors in Africa. With over 31 years in the ICT sector and executive training from the MIT Sloa...

What does it truly mean to invest in communities—not for visibility, but for impact? In this episode, I’m joined by Lunga Schoeman CSI Programmes Manager at the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA). Our conversation moves beyond the language of strategy decks and ESG reports, into what it really takes to create meaningful, measurable change—especially in underserved communities. We speak abo...

When we talk about energy transitions, we often focus on megawatts and infrastructure. But what about the children growing up in the shadow of coal plants, or the caregivers navigating disrupted livelihoods? In this episode, I sit down with @sikhulekileduma —a leading voice in South Africa’s Just Energy Transition-to explore how national policy, climate goals, and early childhood development are d...

From Classrooms to Boardrooms—Why Early Childhood Development is Everyone’s Business In this powerful 3-part conversation with Lene Øverland and Janine McEvoy of Breadline Africa, we explore what it means to build not just classrooms, but futures. With more than 20 years of experience across the African non-profit landscape, Lene brings a deeply strategic lens to the conversation—linking infrastru...

In a world where values like dignity, agency, and solidarity are often tucked into policy decks and mission statements, the real question becomes: so what? In this episode, I’m joined by two powerhouse thinkers and practitioners: Alex Motshwanetsi Mathole, governance expert and co-lead of the V20 Sustainable Development stream, and Thabani Mlilo (@datninjathabs ), sustainability leader with deep e...

Cashews may be small, but in Benin, they’re driving big industrial change. In this episode, I sit down with Martial Degbelo, Deputy Director General of Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ)—a hub that’s helping redefine Benin’s economic future. With over 15 years of experience in project management, procurement, processing, and government liaison, Martial shares how GDIZ is anchoring local value addit...

What does it take to lead with integrity across decades—and leave a legacy that transcends industry? In this episode, I sit down with Sipho Nkosi, former CEO of @exxaro_resources and recipient of the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award at the @aablawards . Mr. Nkosi is widely respected for his pioneering role in South Africa’s mining and energy sectors, where he helped shape one of the country’s most...

What does it take to shape a nation’s digital future? In this episode, I speak with Eng. John Tanui, CEO of Konza Technopolis Development Authority and Principal Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy in Kenya, about the bold steps being taken to position Kenya as a continental leader in digital innovation. From spearheading the development of Konza Technopolis, one of Africa’s most ambitious s...

In a world where perception shapes reality, who controls Africa’s narrative? Few understand this better than Jacob Ouma , Co-Founder & Group Managing Director of Ad Media (Kenya & South Africa), whose leadership in PR, strategic communications, and impact-driven entrepreneurship has earned him some of Africa’s most prestigious recognitions. A Business Daily’s Top 40 Under 40 Men in Kenya (...

Leadership without ethics is like a ship without a rudder—lost in a sea of uncertainty. We talk about leadership all the time, but what happens when ethics takes a backseat? Carol Banks a seasoned healthcare leader and consultant who transitioned from a Registered Nurse at The Nairobi Hospital to General Manager of IQVIA Eastern Africa, is the author of Ethical Leadership: Creating a Culture of Tr...

The world is ending! Or is it? We are witnessing unprecedented shifts in our environment—rising temperatures, disappearing species, and ecosystems transforming before our eyes. The question is no longer whether change is happening, but what kind of world will be left for future generations? To unpack these realities, I sat down with Adam Welz , an environmentalist, journalist, and author of The En...

A diamond’s brilliance isn’t just in its cut—it’s in the ecosystems that sustain it, the industries it fuels, and the futures it builds. In this episode, we sit down with Richard Steenkamp, Senior Sales and Office Manager at De Beers Sightholder Sales South Africa, a leader with deep expertise in luxury goods, global diamond markets, and strategic sales growth. With a career spanning the USA, Belg...

In the dynamic world of music, the fusion of creativity and commerce is inevitable. Artists often find themselves at the crossroads of artistic expression and business obligations, making legal literacy not just beneficial but essential. In our upcoming episode, we engage with Nick Matzukis a distinguished Advocate of the High Court and a pivotal figure in South Africa’s music industry. As the fou...