Conversations with Gofaone

Celebrate International Women’s Day with us on March 8th as my team and I launch Season 6 of #ConversationswithGofaone, focusing March content on Women in Leadership in Botswana - Executives edition! Join us as we delve into the world of female leadership with the accomplished Harriet Mlalazi Acting Head of Corporate at RMB - Rand Merchant Bank Botswana. From exploring the nuances of female leader...

Senzo Xulu is a passionate brand builder, believer in meaningful connections, and basketball enthusiast, brings his wealth of qualifications, including experience as the current Executive Creative Director at Conversation Lab, a Masters in Media Studies and ongoing pursuit of a PhD in Brand Leadership, to our discussion. We'll explore the art of brand building, dissecting the unique challenges...

Operations Manager of the State Diamond Trader, Conrad Van der Ross, delves into the Kimberley Process (KP) and the world of diamonds. Explore how the KP shapes the narrative around conflict diamonds, curbs illicit trade, and fosters legitimate diamond commerce. In this series, we address critiques on labor practices and KP statistics reliability, while highlighting the positive impact on the diam...

Join jazz musician, reseacher and educator - the brilliant Dr Nduduzo Makhathini in conversation on the essence of Africanism and its influence on jazz. We further explore concepts of rhythm that echo from pre-colonialism, and touching on the liberations and political influences of jazz culture.

We delve deep into the groundbreaking world of UCT Online High School, one of South Africa's largest and most innovative online schools with Banele Lukhele, The Executive Head of School. Join us as we explore how UCT Online High School is re-shaping education and catering to diverse learners' needs in the digital age.

In this episode of our podcast series, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Isaac Mbatha, a remarkable entrepreneur from South Africa, who has woven his dreams into sturdy fabrics of success. Join us as Isaac shares his inspiring journey of becoming a prominent tent manufacturer, delving into the intricacies of his craft and the entrepreneurial challenges he faced along the way. Isaac takes u...

Botswana Insurance Company CEO, Newton Jazire closes off the BIC Leadership series by sharing his insights on how he foresees the future of insurance - we explore how the customer experience will improve, insurtech startups and disruption in the insurance market and more!

We are yet again in conversation with Botswana Insurance Company CEO, Newton Jazire who unfolds his insights on the increasing importance of the customer experience in the insurance industry and the exciting future that lies ahead!

A continued discussion with Botswana Insurance Company CEO, Newton Jazire on company culture and how one can cultivate a winning team.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Botswana Insurance Company's visionary CEO, Newton Jazire. In this episode, Newton delves deep into his journey of building a thriving workforce and fostering a winning company culture. Discover the strategies, experiences, and leadership insights that have propelled BIC to success in the insurance industry. Gain valuable wisdom on how to harness the...

A continued discussion on the dynamics and concepts of leadership in the African context and its challenges.

This epsiode explores leadership in the African context with Botswana Inusrance Company CEO, Newton Jazire who has over a decade of leadership in a number of African countries and challenges the Westernized form and understanding of leadership.

Botswana Insurance Company CEO, Newton Jazire continues the conversation on technologies and innovation in the insurance industry, from topics on cybersecurity, usage of Al and more.

Explore the dynamic landscape of insurance in our podcast as we delve into the realm of technology and innovation. Join Newton Jazire and I as we discuss how cutting-edge advancements are reshaping the insurance industry, from utilizing WhatsApp business, claims processing and so on. Discover how industry leaders are embracing change to create more efficient, personalized, and accessible insurance...

Join us as we sit down with the Botswana Insurance Company CEO, who opens up about the pivotal role authenticity and trust play in keeping staff calm during challenging times. Discover the profound qualities leaders need to not only survive but thrive in times of crisis. Gain invaluable insights from this in-depth exploration of managing crisis with a seasoned industry expert. Tune in for practica...

Newton Jazire, the CEO of Botswana Insurance Company kickstarts the BIC Leadership series with the topic of Managing Crisis. Jazire is a well seasoned leader and has over 15 years experience in the region, specifically in Zimbabwe, Botswana and Uganda where he provided strategic and operational leadership in Insurance and Risk management. 

President of the African Stock Exchange, Thapelo Tsheole walks us through an insightful reflection on the All African Business Leaders Awards.

In this episode, we have the honor of interviewing Melvyn Lubega, the Young Business Leader of the Year at the All African Business Leaders Awards and CEO of Baobab Group. Join us as we delve into an insightful discussion with Melvyn, who has been recognized for his exceptional leadership in the tech-education sector in Africa. Baobab Group, under his guidance, has made significant strides in tran...

Nomalungelo Stofile, the founder of Sunrise Gems and the President of the South African Young Diamond Beneficiators Guild, has become a beacon of inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly black women seeking success in unconventional industries. Join us as Nomalungelo takes us on a captivating journey through her experiences as a first-generation diamantaire. Through her candid storytel...

Embark on a captivating journey through the diamond industry's transformation as we delve into the groundbreaking work of Molefi Letsiki, a second-generation Diamantaire and trailblazer. Join us in this riveting podcast episode titled "Pioneering the Diamond Industry's Diversity Revolution" as we explore the remarkable story of Letsiki, the first majority DeBeers Sightholder. ets...

In this epsiode we are joined by Dr Nataliey Bitature who is the Chief of Staff of SIMBA GROUP in Uganda. Across the vast and diverse landscapes of Africa, social enterprises have emerged as catalysts of transformation, addressing critical issues such as poverty, education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and more. Through innovative business models that prioritize social and environment...

In this captivating episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the world of authentic journalism with an esteemed guest, the Editor of Forbes Africa. Join us as we embark on an enlightening conversation that explores the essence of genuine journalism, the challenges faced in today's media landscape, and the pursuit of truth in reporting. Throughout this episode, we delve into the core principle...

In this episode, we dive into the world of HR and explore the challenges faced by young professionals in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing workforce. Sipho Mabaso, an experienced HR Business Partner with a diverse background in FMCG, Business Consulting, logistics, and supply chain industries, shares valuable insights and strategies for thriving in the modern workplace. From setting healthy wor...

In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of communications in advancing Africa’s development. We have the privilege of speaking with a communications expert, @thaminkadimeng - The Message Architect, who will share insights and strategies on how effective communication can empower individuals, communities, and entire nations in the modern-day African context. With years of experience...

Bakang refers to herself as an advocate for humanity - she journeys us through the work she does with women and the concept of coming to the point of one's greater becoming through listening to your inner voice.