SuperLead Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Laurence Hillman, the Managing Director of 1Life since 2011 and a member of the Clientèle Group Excom. With over 28 years of industry experience across South Africa and the UK, Laurence has led through innovation, mergers, and market transformation.Laurence unpacks his leadership journey — from building South Africa’s first truly direct life insurer, to navigating the 2024 merger between Clientèle Limited and Telesure Investment Holdings (TIH). Discover how this merger brought together two of the country’s leading mass-market insurers, creating new opportunities for growth, innovation, and inclusion.💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:✅ The leadership principles behind managing through change and uncertainty✅ How strategic mergers can drive sustainable growth✅ Lessons from decades of leadership across multiple business functions✅ Laurence’s advice for leaders aiming to build resilient, future-ready teamsIf you’re passionate about leadership, transformation, and strategic growth — this episode is for you.🔗 Listen, subscribe, and join the conversation!#SuperLeadPodcast #Leadership #InsuranceInnovation #Transformation

In this inspiring episode of the SuperLead Podcast with Dr. Maanda Tshifularo, we are joined by Pastor Koketso Molaolwe — a passionate speaker, author, and visionary founder and Senior Pastor of Mmuso Church in Pretoria.Pastor Koketso shares his remarkable journey of faith, vision, and leadership. From building Mmuso Church into a thriving community of purpose to inspiring countless individuals to lead with integrity and conviction, his story is one of bold vision and unwavering faith.👉 Tune in as we unpack:✅The power of vision-led leadership✅Building faith-driven communities✅Lessons on purpose, resilience, and callingWhether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or aspiring change-maker, this episode will equip and inspire you to lead with purpose and clarity.🔔 Subscribe to the SuperLead Podcast for more empowering conversations with high-impact leaders.#SuperLeadPodcast #DrMaandaTshifularo #PastorKoketsoMolaolwe #Leadership #Faith #Vision #Purpose

In this power-packed episode of the SuperLead Podcast, Dr. Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Peter Mehlape, renowned business leader and author of Winning In Africa: Your Next 8 Moves for Business Success in Africa.Peter shares his incredible journey and hard-earned lessons from decades of experience leading teams and businesses across the continent. Together, they explore what it truly means to win in Africa — not just survive, but thrive by leading with vision, courage, and clarity.🌍 In this episode, you’ll discover:✅The story behind Winning In Africa and what inspired Peter to write it✅The 8 strategic moves that drive lasting business success across Africa✅Practical leadership principles for navigating Africa’s opportunities and complexities✅How to lead teams with authenticity and purpose in a rapidly evolving marketplaceIf you’re passionate about leadership, entrepreneurship, and impact in Africa, this conversation will fuel your vision and sharpen your leadership edge.✨ Subscribe to SuperLead Podcast for weekly conversations that will help you lead with purpose, clarity, and impact.📘 Get the book: Winning In Africa: Your Next 8 Moves for Business Success in Africa🎧 Listen to all episodes: superlead.co.za/podcast

In this inspiring episode, Dr. Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Pastor Martin Rifuwo Mgiba, Founder and Lead Pastor of Eternal Glory Church in Fourways, Johannesburg. A passionate teacher of the Word, Pastor Martin is on a mission to raise a generation that walks in grace and truth — a people grounded in the revelation of God’s glory.Beyond the pulpit, Pastor Martin is also a qualified lawyer with a Master of Laws (LLM) in Commercial Law from the University of Cape Town. His unique combination of legal expertise and spiritual insight equips believers to walk wisely — both in faith and in the practical realities of everyday life.He is the author of two powerful books — Joseph Generation and The Multiply Effect — which provide believers with practical tools to live out Kingdom principles in today’s world. Since founding Eternal Glory Church in 2018, he has been committed to building a Christ-centered community that impacts Johannesburg and beyond.Join Dr. Maanda Tshifularo and Pastor Martin as they unpack lessons on purpose, leadership, and living out the Gospel with authenticity and excellence. This conversation will inspire you to pursue grace, truth, and glory in every sphere of life.

In this episode, Dr. Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Mike Stopforth, the visionary founder and managing director of Second Rodeo, a specialist advertising agency helping leading brands convert customers with clarity and creativity.Mike is a serial entrepreneur, global keynote speaker, and the author of 52 Big Questions for Business Leaders. With a Master’s degree from the London School of Economics, he brings sharp insights into leadership, business strategy, and the future of digital communication.Previously, Mike founded Cerebra, Africa’s leading social media agency, later acquired by WPP, and co-founded Afrigator, one of the continent’s first content aggregators, later acquired by Naspers.Beyond business, Mike hosts The One-Eyed Man Podcast and writes Elegant Disruption, a newsletter followed by 4,000+ leaders. He also co-founded Southside Grappling Studio in Cape Town, proving that leadership lessons can come from both the boardroom and the mats.In this episode, we explore:✅The inspiration behind 52 Big Questions for Business Leaders✅Lessons from building and selling successful companies✅Why disruption and elegant thinking matter in leadership✅How entrepreneurs can stay resilient and creative✅The balance between passion projects and business success👉 If you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or aspiring changemaker, this conversation is packed with wisdom you can apply today.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a new episode of the SuperLead Podcast.Link to Book: https://mikestopforth.com/52-big-questions-for-business-leaders/#SuperLeadPodcast #Leadership #MikeStopforth #Entrepreneurship #BusinessLeadership #52BigQuestions

In this inspiring episode of the SuperLead Podcast, Dr Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Dr. Steven Zwane—a purpose-driven executive, academic, and social entrepreneur whose career spans more than two decades across financial services, education, development finance, and social impact. Beyond the boardroom, Dr. Zwane is a Senior Lecturer at GIBS (University of Pretoria), where he teaches Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Operations, and Leadership. He has guided over 400 MBA students through his acclaimed Township Economy Immersion, earning multiple teaching excellence awards. As Founder of the Youth Leadership and Entrepreneurship Development (YLED) programme, Dr. Zwane has empowered more than 25,000 Grade 11 learners with entrepreneurial and leadership mindsets since 2004. His academic achievements include a DBA and MBA from Durham University (UK) and a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Zululand—funded by NSFAS and the Nelson Mandela Scholarship. In 2025, he was honoured as Social Impact Leader of the Year by the Future Leaders Forum and completed certification at Harvard Business School’s Case Writing Workshop in Boston. He is also co-author of Rising from the Township, a work that amplifies township-based innovators. Whether in the boardroom, classroom, or township street corner, Dr. Zwane champions inclusive development, values-based leadership, and the integration of entrepreneurship education into national systems. He lives by the belief that impact scales when strategy meets purpose. Key Themes in this Episode:

✅Leadership with purpose and values

✅Scaling youth employability and entrepreneurship across Africa

✅Lessons from building YLED and empowering 25,000+ learners

✅The intersection of strategy, education, and social impact

✅Township-based innovation and inclusive development👉 Don’t miss this powerful conversation on purpose-driven leadership and entrepreneurship for social impact.📌 Listen, learn, and be inspired to lead with super clarity!

In this inspiring episode of the SuperLead Podcast, Dr Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Dr. Steven Zwane—a purpose-driven executive, academic, and social entrepreneur whose career spans more than two decades across financial services, education, development finance, and social impact.Dr. Zwane is currently Managing Executive: Corporate Citizenship and Interim Managing Executive: Stakeholder Engagement at Absa Group, where he leads shared value strategy across 10+ African markets. His focus areas include youth employability, entrepreneurship, climate action, and financial inclusion.Beyond the boardroom, Dr. Zwane is a Senior Lecturer at GIBS (University of Pretoria), where he teaches Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Operations, and Leadership. He has guided over 400 MBA students through his acclaimed Township Economy Immersion, earning multiple teaching excellence awards.As Founder of the Youth Leadership and Entrepreneurship Development (YLED) programme, Dr. Zwane has empowered more than 25,000 Grade 11 learners with entrepreneurial and leadership mindsets since 2004. His academic achievements include a DBA and MBA from Durham University (UK) and a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Zululand—funded by NSFAS and the Nelson Mandela Scholarship.In 2025, he was honoured as Social Impact Leader of the Year by the Future Leaders Forum and completed certification at Harvard Business School’s Case Writing Workshop in Boston. He is also co-author of Rising from the Township, a work that amplifies township-based innovators.Whether in the boardroom, classroom, or township street corner, Dr. Zwane champions inclusive development, values-based leadership, and the integration of entrepreneurship education into national systems. He lives by the belief that impact scales when strategy meets purpose.Key Themes in this Episode:✅Leadership with purpose and values✅Scaling youth employability and entrepreneurship across Africa✅Lessons from building YLED and empowering 25,000+ learners✅The intersection of strategy, education, and social impact✅Township-based innovation and inclusive development👉 Don’t miss this powerful conversation on purpose-driven leadership and entrepreneurship for social impact.📌 Listen, learn, and be inspired to lead with super clarity!

In Episode 140 of the SuperLead Podcast, Dr. Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Charisse, Head of Academic Client Partnerships at the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS).

With over 25 years of leadership experience in academia, Charisse shares her journey of leading programmes, people, and partnerships — from managing career services and international collaborations to coaching students, executives, and leaders.

A passionate advocate for lifelong learning and personal mastery, she unpacks practical insights on career development, personal branding, leadership, and navigating career transitions.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a leader shaping the future of education, careers, and leadership development.

In this episode of the SuperLead Podcast, Dr. Maanda Tshifularo sits down with Musa Kalenga — visionary entrepreneur, technologist, and global thought leader at the intersection of artificial intelligence, marketing, and digital transformation.As the Group CEO of Brave Group and Co-founder of Bridge Labs, Musa has pioneered innovative approaches to marketing powered by AI, including Artificial General Marketing Intelligence (AGMI) — a framework that blends human creativity with AI-driven processes.With leadership experience at Meta (Facebook), Nedbank, and IHOP WORLD, Musa brings a wealth of insights on how organizations can harness cutting-edge tools to achieve efficiency, scale, and authentic creativity.What you’ll learn in this episode:✅How AI is transforming marketing and brand innovation✅The philosophy behind AGMI and its real-world applications✅Why human creativity is essential in an AI-powered world✅Practical insights for leaders navigating digital transformation✅Musa’s journey as an author, entrepreneur, and thought leader👉 Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation with a leader shaping the future of marketing and technology.#SuperLeadPodcast #ArtificialIntelligence #Marketing #DigitalTransformation #Leadership

In this episode, we sit down with Richard Mukheibir, co-founder and CEO of Cash Converters Southern Africa, and a true pioneer in international franchising. Since the early 1990s, Richard has played a pivotal role in bringing global franchise brands to South Africa, including Cash Converters, PostNet, and more.From opening the first Cash Converters store in Parow in 1994 to building a thriving network of nearly 100 stores employing over 1,800 people, Richard’s journey is one of vision, resilience, and growth. He shares insights into the challenges of scaling a franchise, adapting to changing market needs, and building sustainable businesses that stand the test of time.Beyond Cash Converters, Richard serves as a director for True North Holdings, Century 21, and the Franchise Association of South Africa, making him a respected voice in franchising and business leadership.What you’ll learn in this episode:How Richard introduced and scaled international franchises in South AfricaThe evolution of Cash Converters and its expansion across Southern AfricaLessons in leadership, franchising, and adapting to changeInsights on building businesses that impact communities and create jobs👉 Don’t miss this conversation with one of South Africa’s most influential franchise leaders.