SuperLead Podcast

Monalisa’s remarkable journey began in 2007 when she started Riverbed as a single mother, unemployed and facing overwhelming odds. Against all expectations, she built an agency that has become a category leader, with revenues exceeding R100 million by 2020.

A multiple award-winning powerhouse, Monalisa has been named AgencyLeader Woman of the Year for three consecutive years, was a finalist for the prestigious RMB Africa Fearless Leader Award, and won the Santam Woman of the Future Award in 2022.

Under her leadership, Riverbed made history as the first agency owned by a woman of colour to rank at the Loeries, breaking barriers in a space long dominated by multinational firms across Africa and the Middle East.

Beyond business, Monalisa is a global speaker, board leader, mentor, and advocate for women leading with authenticity and influence. Guided by her philosophy of the Power of Care, she is committed to creating positive impact through leadership and service.

🎧 Tune in for a powerful conversation on resilience, purpose, and redefining what’s possible.

In this episode, he unpacks what it takes to lead with integrity at the highest levels of responsibility. Drawing from his experience as a former Cabinet Minister, Member of Parliament, Senator, Royal Advisory Council Member, and Founder & Senior Pastor of International Tabernacle Church, Rev. Dr. Dlamini shares profound insights on leadership where faith, governance, and public service intersect.

🎧 In this conversation, he explores:✅ Leadership and integrity in government and public office✅ Transitioning from cabinet leadership to pastoral ministry✅ Faith as a foundation for ethical decision-making✅ Lessons from legislative and national leadership✅ Strategic leadership in economic planning and development✅ Institutional governance and stewardship✅ Balancing power, purpose, and public accountability✅ Preparing the next generation of African leaders

This episode is a must-listen for leaders, policymakers, pastors, and institution builders committed to values-based leadership and lasting impact.

🎙️ Listen now and be inspired.

What does it truly mean to lead with purpose in today’s complex corporate world?In this powerful SuperLead Podcast episode, Zandile Mposelwa — communications and public affairs executive, diversity and inclusion advocate, keynote speaker, and moderator — shares deep insights from over 25 years of leadership experience across FMCG, retail, petrochemicals, and packaging.Currently leading Corporate Affairs at Kellanova South Africa (formerly Kellogg’s), Zandile unpacks how leaders can:✅ Align personal purpose with organisational strategy✅ Build corporate reputation and resilience in uncertain times✅ Lead large-scale social impact initiatives with authenticity✅ Create sustainable value while strengthening an organisation’s licence to operateShe also reflects on the Kellanova Better Days Promise, a social impact programme that has donated over 62 million meals since 2014, and why purpose-driven leadership is no longer optional.With an MBA from Henley Business School, Zandile brings clarity, credibility, and conviction to the conversation — reminding leaders that every action must align with a greater purpose to create meaningful, lasting impact.🎧 Watch now and be inspired to lead with intention.#SuperLeadPodcast #Leadership #PurposeDrivenLeadership #CorporateAffairs #SocialImpact #WomenInLeadership #AfricaLeaders

Siphiwe Moyo is a globally recognised keynote speaker, organisational behaviour specialist, and Executive Director of the Organisational Behaviour Institute (OBI) — an organisation dedicated to building better workplaces.He is also the Founder and CEO of Paradigm People Solutions (PPS), a leadership and organisational development firm working with some of Africa’s leading companies to strengthen organisational culture and human performance.A Hall of Fame speaker and accomplished author of several books, including Building Better Workplaces, Siphiwe is known for blending research-based insights with practical wisdom to help leaders and teams thrive in times of change.In this conversation, we explore:✅ What it truly means to build better workplaces✅ The role of leadership in shaping organisational culture✅ How human performance is strengthened through intentional leadership✅ Practical, research-backed insights leaders can apply immediately✅ Leading teams effectively in times of change and uncertainty

In this compelling episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we sit down with Professor Letlhokwa George Mpedi, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, globally respected legal scholar, and thought leader in leadership, law, and artificial intelligence.Professor Mpedi’s journey is a masterclass in academic excellence and visionary leadership. From earning his B Juris and LLB at Vista University, to completing an LLM in Labour Law and an LLD in Mercantile Law at the @UniversityofJohannesburg, his scholarly path has been marked by distinction and global recognition. His work took him to Germany’s Max Planck Institute as a Research Fellow, supported by the prestigious DAAD awards, shaping his international research footprint.Beyond academia, Professor Mpedi has served in senior leadership roles including Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic and Executive Dean of Law at the University of Johannesburg. He is the Secretary General-elect of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) and serves on executive committees of Universities South Africa (USAf) and Universitas 21 (U21)—placing him at the center of global higher education leadership.In this conversation, we explore:✅ Leadership shaped by African wisdom and global scholarship✅ The future of higher education in Africa✅ Artificial Intelligence and the Law in a rapidly evolving world✅ What it means to lead with clarity, purpose, and responsibilityProfessor Mpedi is also the author of From the Baobab to the Mosquito: Rethinking Leadership Through African Sayings and co-author of Artificial Intelligence and the Law. An NRF-rated B-category scholar, his influence spans South Africa, the African continent, and the global academic community.This episode is a must-watch for leaders, academics, policymakers, and future change-makers seeking insight into principled leadership grounded in knowledge, culture, and innovation.🎧 Watch now and be inspired to lead with depth and vision.#SuperLeadPodcast #Leadership #HigherEducation #AfricanLeadership #GlobalLeadership #AIandLaw #LabourLaw #PurposeDrivenLeadership #AfricaRising

Episode 151 of the SuperLead Podcast!In this episode, we sit down with Heico, a seasoned aviation leader with over 17 years of experience, including more than a decade pioneering South Africa’s fast-growing drone sector. As the COO of UAV & Drone Solutions (Bidvest UDS) — Africa’s largest commercial drone service provider — Heico brings unparalleled insights into operational excellence, strategic leadership, and the future of unmanned systems.From stabilizing complex operations to scaling innovative drone solutions in private security, mining, and surveillance, his leadership journey is a masterclass in clarity, discipline, and transformation. In this inspiring conversation, he unpacks:✅ The evolution of the drone industry in South Africa✅ What it takes to lead high-performance operational teams✅ The future of drone technology, security applications, and advanced air mobility✅ Lessons from driving efficiency in complex organisations✅ His passion for shaping Africa’s next era of aviation and eVTOL innovationWhether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, aviation enthusiast, or curious about the role of drones in shaping the future — this episode is packed with powerful insights.

🎧 Listen to Episode 151 now and be inspired to lead with purpose, innovation, and super clarity.

South Africa is in urgent need of a new approach to leadership — one that unites diverse teams, heals historical divides, and builds cultures that serve with purpose.In this milestone episode, Dr Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Ian Fuhr, the pioneering mind behind Cultureneering and founder of The Human Bridge Movement. After more than 40 years as a serial entrepreneur, Ian has become a leading voice in racial healing, people development, and building inclusive corporate cultures.Together, they unpack:✅ Why culture is the ultimate competitive advantage✅ How leaders can build trust in fragmented teams✅ The true work of racial healing in organisations✅ What South Africa’s next generation of leaders must prioritise✅ Insights from Ian’s four powerful books — including The Human Bridge (2024)This conversation is a masterclass in purpose-driven leadership, social cohesion, and building businesses that place people at the centre.#SuperLeadPodcast #Leadership #Cultureneering #RacialHealing #CorporateCulture #PurposeDrivenLeadership #SouthAfrica #HumanBridgeMovement #PeopleDevelopment #Episode150 #AfricaLeaders

In this episode, Dr Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Thulani — a Soweto-born brand builder, business leader, and integral coach with over 30 years of experience across FMCG, Telecommunications, Insurance, and Banking.Thulani is currently the Group Executive for Social Insurance at Rand Mutual Assurance, bringing deep expertise shaped by senior leadership roles at Standard Bank, Nedbank, Hollard, Vodacom, Procter & Gamble, and Gillette.In this conversation, Thulani unpacks:✅ Lessons from growing up in Soweto and how his upbringing shaped his leadership worldview✅ How to build iconic and enduring brands across diverse industries✅ His leadership journey through Vodacom, Hollard, Nedbank, and Standard Bank✅ What it truly takes to lead at executive level in major African corporates✅ The role of integral coaching in developing high-impact leaders✅ The importance of purpose, clarity, and discipline in a three-decade career✅ His current mission at Rand Mutual Assurance and insights on the future of social insuranceWhether you’re an aspiring marketer, a seasoned executive, or someone passionate about African leadership excellence, this episode is packed with wisdom from one of the continent’s most respected brand and business leaders.#SuperLeadPodcast #Leadership #BrandBuilding #AfricanExcellence #PurposeDrivenLeadership #MarketingLeadership #ExecutiveLeadership #Coaching #CareerJourney #Inspiration #AfricaLeaders

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr Sarah Babb — Culture Shifter, Neuroinclusion Champion, and MD of stimm — a globally experienced entrepreneur, academic, and leadership expert shaping the future of work across EMEA. With over 25 years of experience, Dr Sarah is renowned for transforming workplace culture through belonging, future-fit leadership development, and bold executive coaching.As a late-diagnosed ADHDer, she founded stimm to supercharge neuroinclusive workplaces, spark neuroinclusive communities, and empower neurodivergent talent to thrive. Her work blends strategic clout, academic rigour, and deep human insight — enabling organisations to build sustainable, future-ready cultures.Join us as we unpack:✅ What neuroinclusion truly means for organisations and leaders✅ How belonging and culture transformation fuel high-performance teams✅ Lessons from leading change across South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia and beyond✅ Why future-fit leadership requires courage, foresight, and human-centred design✅ How neurodivergent talent can unlock exceptional value in the workplaceIf you’re passionate about leadership, culture, and building organisations where people truly thrive — this conversation will ignite your thinking and stretch your leadership lens.🔔 Subscribe for more insightful conversations with transformational leaders.💬 Share your thoughts in the comments — how are you building inclusive leadership today?#Leadership #Neuroinclusion #CultureTransformation #FutureFitLeadership #SuperLead #Belonging #Neurodiversity #AfricaLeaders

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Pastor Vhugalahawe “TJ” Masakona, the Lead Pastor of Calvary Christian Church Pretoria East — a thriving and growing church impacting lives across South Africa and beyond.With a ministry that has reached nations including Kenya, Zambia, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, and the USA, Pastor TJ shares deep insights on purpose, leadership, and spiritual growth. Beyond his pastoral calling, he is a qualified Air Traffic Controller with Air Traffic & Navigation Services (ATNS) — embodying excellence both in ministry and the professional world.Together, Dr. Maanda and Pastor TJ explore:✅ How faith and purpose shape effective leadership✅ Lessons from leading across borders and generations✅ The balance between marketplace excellence and ministry impact✅ Building a life of clarity, vision, and influenceIf you’re passionate about leadership, faith, and living with purpose, this episode will inspire you to lead with clarity and make an impact wherever you are.🔔 Subscribe for more empowering conversations with transformational leaders.💬 Share your thoughts in the comments — how are you leading with purpose today?#SuperLeadPodcast #DrMaandaTshifularo #PastorTJMasakona #Leadership #Faith #Purpose #AfricaLeaders #Excellence