Join us in this profoundly moving episode of our podcast as we sit down with Ncebakazi Msomi,a celebrated member of Joyous Celebration and performer of hits like "Wachithigazi", "Mbongeni medley" and "We Bangcwele." Ncebakzi's beautiful insight and her love for the Lord have left an indelible mark on us, making this one of our most memorable episode to date.  Ncebakzi's heartfelt music, coupled with her deep love for Jesus profoundly impacts all who listen, leaving us in tears and infinitely...

In today's episode, we delve into the Navigating Lessons with Ayanda segment, an integral part of our Personal Growth series within the framework of the 4 pillars at Equip and Elevate. While our focus is primarily on careers and businesses, we recognise the importance of personal growth and development. That's why this April, our series is centered on personal growth and development. This month's sprint is all about being intentional—a concerted effort to enact changes that elevate personal...

Join us for an inspiring episode as we delve into the world of sales and entrepreneurship with Michelle Lima, the dynamic founder and CEO of Resonate Communications (Pty) Ltd. Michelle has built an extraordinary career centered around empowering businesses to boost their revenue and create sustainable growth through strategic sales and marketing approaches. As we explore the common pitfalls hindering sales growth for entrepreneurs, Michelle provides expert guidance on addressing these...

In this enthralling episode of our podcast, we delve into the captivating world of Mogau Seshoene, the founder of The Lazy Makoti, a movement that has redefined the landscape of modern African cuisine. Mogau's story is one of passion, dedication, and transformative purpose. Journey with us as Mogau shares the profound impact of her early life and family traditions on her personal and professional trajectory. This episode is not just a story of culinary success but a testament to the impact of...

Join us for an empowering episode of Equip & Elevate's latest segment, "EquipHER Elevation," featuring Zinhle Novazi, a dynamic leader with an impressive following of 25,000 people on LinkedIn. In this episode, Zinhle shares expert strategies on personal branding and leveraging LinkedIn to attract career opportunities.  Discover how to leverage LinkedIn to catapult your career opportunities and enhance industry visibility. Explore the pivotal role LinkedIn plays in shaping professional...

Join us on today's episode as we delve into the inspiring journey of Regomoditswe Isis Khoele, also popularly known as her Instagram name, alongside her husband, Regodise. She's a remarkable woman who defied the odds to become a commercial pilot and also juggling the roles of mom, wife, and content creator. Rego's story is one of unwavering resilience and faith, as she shares the hurdles she faced on her path to becoming a pilot and how she leaned on her trust in God while waiting for her...

Don't miss out on the newest episode of "Equip and Elevate" featuring Ayanda (creator of Equip and Elevate) which will form part of our new segment navigating lessons with Ayanda, where she offers her insights on overcoming Imposter Syndrome and developing  confidence! Tune in now and embark on a journey to conquer self-doubt and unlock your full potential! Ayanda explores the profound effects of Imposter Syndrome, shedding light on its subtle influence on one's professional path and...

This episode is sponsored by OctaFX. Register https://bit.ly/OctaFX_Elevate and use my promo code ELEVATE to get a 100% bonus | In the latest episode, we had a profoundly authentic conversation with Candice Modiselle. She’s a storyteller, host, voice artist |the Producer of the five minute call show and the co-founder of Selle Jewellery.  During our conversation, we touched on various topics such as  career journey, purpose, and identity. We also delved into the intricate balance between...

This episode is sponsored by OctaFX. Register https://bit.ly/OctaFX_Elevate and use my promo code ELEVATE to get a 100% bonus  | Join us for an inspiring episode of the Equip and Elevate Podcast! In this heartfelt conversation, we reconnect with a former high school peer  who has become a medical doctor and entrepreneur, Dr. Katlego Lekalakala. Dr. Katlego, a graduate of the University of Pretoria's MBChB program. Not only is she a skilled medical professional, but she's also a self-trained...

In today's episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with the renowned Conversation Strategist, Nozipho Tshabalala. Join us as she takes us on a deep dive into her incredible journey, sharing insights into her career progression, the highs and lows she's encountered along the way, and the genesis of the term 'Conversational Strategist. Nozipho, who proudly holds the position of CEO at Conversation Strategist, has left an indelible mark on the global stage through her impactful dialogues....

For the season premiere, we opted for a unique approach by reintroducing the beloved segment “Adulting 101: Navigating the Challenges of Being a Young Adult,” featuring my dear friend Lebo Mehlomakhulu. In this episode, we delved into our personal experiences with self-forgiveness, healing, and the art of letting go. During this insightful discussion, I bared my soul, offering a deeper glimpse into my journey of addressing these profound topics. Collaborating with a friend like Lebo enriched...

This week we continue with a special edition in partnership with the Motsepe Foundation for the IO Expo 2023. We continue our conversation with some remarkable guests including Hlompho Kekana (former Bafana Bafana & Mamelodi Sundowns captain),  Tebogo Mphahlele (Miss Mamelodi Sundowns), Lwazi Sithole (Mindworx Consulting, Bonisiwe Dlamini-Makolo (Multichoice Group)  and Thobeka Nkabinde (Mostepe Foundation Golden Circle Winner). The Information & Opportunities Expo 2023, organized by...

Bonus Episode: Empowering the Next Generation with the Motsepe Foundation In this special partnership with the Motsepe Foundation for the IO Expo 2023, we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with some extraordinary guests, including Nomzamo Mbatha (actress, producer, and businesswoman), Cedrick Diphoko (Managing Director at Bathu Shoes) and Linda Appie (Chief Marketing Officer of TymeBank), among others. The Information & Opportunities Expo 2023, organized by the Motsepe...

In the season 2 finale, we had an amazing conversation with Sinovuyo Mondliwa, content creator and founder of Love Kinks. I absolutely loved Sino’s honesty in the lessons she has learned in building and scaling “Love Kinks”. The conversation was raw, practical and filled with so much insight! I loved that Sino understands her customers and is able to refine her ideas based on what the customer needs.  “Love Kinks was specifically created with your healthy hair journey in mind. Love Kink’s...

Today on the Equip & Elevate Podcast, we are chatting to Lwanele Khasu, a clinical Psychologist about starting a conversation about mental health with yourself. Lwanele is the Founder & Director of Oasis Mental Wellness Hub and Mental health speaker. On today’s episode, Lwanele will be sharing insight on the following points: Setting boundaries and communicating your boundaries How to recognise trauma and the process of healing from trauma Better ways of dealing with...

Today on the Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Zulaikha Patel regarding “prioritising your mental health while championing social change”. Zulaikha is anti-racism activist, best-selling author & international speaker. She became a symbol of the fight against school policies regarding black girls' hair in 2016, at the age of 13. She’s a BBC 100 women list 2016 and Brand SA Play your part ambassador. On today’s episode, Zulaikha will be sharing her overall journey, purpose and...

For the next 3 episodes, I’ve partnered with Solal and together we’ll be bringing you conversations that cover themes around mental health through the month of October. For today’s episode, I sit down with my friend, Lebo Mehlomakhulu and we speak about “Adulting 101: A guide to surviving being a young adult”.  For this episode, Lebo and I will be sharing our journeys & comparison on: -Lessons learned in navigating adulthood; -Why navigating your 20s are so hard;  -Navigating...

Today on the Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Nomazibulo Tshanga, the CEO of Ziyana Business Consulting and Training about building and scaling your business. Noma takes us through her upbringing, corporate journey and her journey of building a business ground zero.  Nomazibulo Tshanga is a mother and wife to an amazing husband, a sister, a daughter and a friend. She is a founder, speaker, people management strategist, philanthropist, executive coach and a women empowerment...

Today, on Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Liziwe Ntshweza-Freemantle on navigating corporate as a young black professional and tips to build your career in corporate. Liziwe is an economist with research interest in inclusive and sustainable market development with a specific focus on Financial Economics and development.  She has several years in economic and strategy consulting across sub-Saharan Africa. Her work has focused on financial sector development and strategy...

During Money Smart Week South Africa, we will be chatting to Gladness Rupare ( Investment specialist) & Nomsa Ngwenya (Client Relationship Manager) about Build your future, Be smart about Money. MSWSA is a financial literacy campaign aimed at motivating and empowering all South Africans to become more educated about their finances.  Nomsa and Gladness will be providing tools on how you can equip yourself with financial knowledge in order to elevate your finances. They will also be...

Today, on Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Zoe Msutwana about her upbringing, career journey and Public Relations tips for SMMEs. Zoe Msutwana is currently a Head of Strategy at a boutique PR Agency with over 10 years experience, Founding Editor of GUIDE, and Content Creator.  Zoe started her career at At Vogue Communications, where she worked on the NBCUniversal brand, which houses TV Channels including E! Entertainment, The Style Network, Universal Channel and Studio...

Today, on Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Hlengiwe Ntombela (better known as HLE) about her upbringing, her career journey and diversifying her career portfolio. HLE, is a gospel singer, songwriter, host of VIP Invite and owner of YKOE.  Hle began her career as a backing vocalist for Ntokozo Mbambo, and has collaborated with Hlengiwe Mhlaba and Benjamin Dube. She is a former member of the gospel choir Joyous Celebration and has been recently signed by the intentional record...