Nothemba Jessica Sonjica was born and raised in the Eastern Cape. She obtained her law degree from the University of Fort Hare. She is an admitted attorney with right of appearance in the High Court, Supreme Court of Appeal and Constitutional Court. Nothemba is currently studying towards her Masters in Human Rights Protection and she is also an Accredited Mediator. She describes herself as a gender activist and her passion for gender equality is what ultimately paved the way for her current...

Nompilo Nyandeni is a qualified Paralegal Practitioner, Bcom Law student and Sister in law mentee. She also holds a diploma in Public Management and Economics from the Durban University of Technology and a certificate in Labour Law from the University of Cape Town . Nompilo works as an Investigating Officer in the Labour Law Section at the Provincial Government. Nompilo has demonstrated leadership skills through her involvement in various leadership structures including the RCL. her...

Dr. Radebe is a Doctor in Law, Senior Lecturer, admitted attorney of the High Court and Commissioner for the South African Law Reform Commission (SALRC). She is an agile researcher and lecturer with experience in both Public law and private law. Her doctoral studies focused on Private law, while her practical legal experience focused on public law, private law, property law and trademark prosecution. Keneilwe describes herself as a teacher with great interest in transformation and introducing...

Refilwe is a dynamic, people focused and driven attorney with more than 7 (seven) years’ experience providing legal advice and support to organisations within a wide range of industries including fleet management, financial services as well as fast moving goods. Refilwe was born in Zeerust, a small town in the North West and lived there for most of her formative years before moving to Pretoria. Being the daughter of amazing and hardworking public servant parents who always pushed her to reach...

Adv. Philisiwe May is a wife, mother and advocate of the High Court of South Africa. She is practising at the Pan African Bar Association of South Africa (“PABASA”) in Sandton. She studied and obtained her BCom(Law) and LLB degrees at the University of Johannesburg (UJ). She completed pupillage in 2020 and commenced a general practice in May 2021. Adv. May discovered her passion for presenting in court during her studies, when she competed in various moot court competitions from her first...

Dr. Tebello is a qualified advocate in the High Courts of Lesotho. Her legal journey commenced in early 2015, serving as a junior advocate focused on cases involving divorces and land matters. During this period, she gained extensive experience in drafting legal documents, handling litigation, and facilitating legal resolutions. Subsequently, she transitioned to the role of a legal advisor for an engineering company, specializing in the Health and Safety department. In 2017, she ventured into...

Today I am in Conversation with two of my mentees from the Sister In Law Mentorship Program (2024 cohort) - we know that all the legends who have been featured on this show started somewhere so let’s take it back to grassroots level in celebration of Youth Month! Precious Maolana was born and raised in Daveyton, Benoni. She obtained her LLB degree from the University of Limpopo and holds an LLM in Labour Law from the same university. Precious is currently a Candidate attorney awaiting...

Sedinam Botwe is a talented young lawyer whose expertise lies in both the traditional and non-traditional aspects of transactional, corporate and commercial law. She works as a Junior Associate with Legal 500 recognized top law firm, Kimathi & Partners, Corporate Attorneys in Accra Ghana, where she practices on the Transactions, Tax and Strategic Advisory Team and the Telecommunications, Media and Technology Team.   As a lawyer, Sedinam advises on a number of big-time lending...

Zwonaka Netshifulani is a lawyer and researcher living in Johannesburg. She obtained her LLB from Wits University. Her work includes stints at the Constitutional Court and the State Capture Commission. Her current research focus is on ethics, business conduct and corporate governance in the private sector. On the personal front, she is the first born of four children and thinks her siblings are the best humans ever. She loves reading, sleeping, vintage clothes shopping and cooking. In that...

Ruth Tanui is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya and is the Founder and Managing Partner of Ruth Tanui and Company Advocates. She specializes in Land law, Employment and Labour relations law and Family law. Ruth obtained her LLB degree from Moi University and obtained her diploma in law from the Kenya School of Law. Ruth is the author of a book entitled “Simplified Legal Process of Buying Land in Kenya.” She founded a platform called “Lawyers helping each other”, which she started with a...

Zola Mbatha, an Admitted Attorney of the High Court of RSA, is the founder of Legacy Yezibaya, a niche consultancy that specializes in estate planning, fiduciary services as well as general legal advice. Through this consultancy Zola has been invited as a guest speaker at the Africa Financial Inclusion Summit held in Cape Town in 2024; on "Redefining your Money with Palesa", as a moderator for Old Mutual (BD Trust); she has MC'd for Esteemed Financial Services' Pension Fund Workshop; and...

Manaileng is an admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with over 10 years extensive experience in the legal industry. She is the Managing Director of Maphike Attorneys Incorporated, a specialist boutique law firm through which she provides legal services mainly in Entertainment Law (Music, Film and Television), Intellectual Property Law, Commercial Law, Media Law, Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution. Manaileng has a strong background in corporate commercial law,...

Yvonne Princess Shabangu is an admitted attorney of the high court of South Africa. She graduated with her LLB (2019) and LLM in banking law (2022) from the University of Johannesburg. Yvonne is the founder of Employment Wednesdays, a platform that focuses on youth empowerment, career development and all employment related matters. She has experience in general litigation and commercial law matters. She currently works as an in-house legal counselor specialising in labour law. Yvonne is a...

Bohlale Paile is the Founder of Get Corporate Ready, a platform which teaches corporate professionals the importance of taking charge of their careers! She’s an award winning HR & Talent Specialist with a passion for young professionals in South Africa. She completed her BCom Honours in HR & Industrial Psychology at Wits University. In her corporate journey she has worked for many top organisations in the country such as Investec Bank, Standard Bank, Bowmans (Law firm) and most...

Leah Molatseli is a lawyer, published author, and engaging speaker, renowned for her innovative contributions to Legal Tech. As the founder of Contract Alchemists, she focuses on modernizing legal teams through legal operations, agile methodologies, and technology, propelling the legal sector into a new era of efficiency and effectiveness. Leah's academic endeavors include guest lecturing at the University of Cape Town, where she enlightens legal professionals on the transformative power of...

Aurelia Hlobsile Nxumalo is an admitted Advocate of the High Court of South Africa, recognised for her multifaceted expertise in law, entrepreneurship, public speaking, and digital influence. With a background spanning in compliance management, corporate governance, risk assessment, and legal counsel roles across various industries, she brings a wealth of experience to her endeavours. Aurelia's professional journey includes serving as an Anti-Money Laundering Officer for an Investment...

Deborah is an advocate of the High Court of South Africa, holding chambers at Thulamela in Sandton. She specialises in general commercial and constitutional law She is the co-founder of Tumbo Scott, a new age full service corporate and legal consultancy operating from the heart of Sandton. She qualified as an attorney and worked as a corporate associate at Webber Wentzel, one of South Africa’s top 5 law firms, where she worked on some of the biggest corporate and commercial transactions in...

Livhuwani Musetsho is an admitted attorney of the High Court of south Africa and the managing director Musetsho Attorneys Incorporated. She was born and raised in Venda and matriculated at Mbilwi Secondary school in 1997. She then went to UCT to study Psychology initially then changed to the arts. During her studies Livhuwani held various jobs on and off campus. After graduating, she was unemployed for 18 months before joining South African Airways in 2004 as a Cabin Crew Member/Flight...

Lurenchia Jacobs is an Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa and is currently an Associate at Mashitisho Attorneys. She has a strong background in litigation with her main practice areas being criminal law, family law, labour law and insurance law. Lurenchia is passionate about delivering quality legal services and she achieves this by prioritizing her client’s best interests. Lurenchia is an exceptional legal practitioner and is intentional about making a name for herself in a...

Adv. Thulelo Makola is a practicing advocate, entrepreneur, and legal scholar, hailing from Soshanguve, South Africa, where she was born in 1988. Prior to establishing herself in the legal profession, Adv Makola held positions as a state law adviser at the South African Law Reform Commission and as a legal researcher at the Office of the Chief Litigation Officer at the Department of Justice. Additionally, she imparted her expertise as a lecturer at the University of South Africa. With a...

Zulaikha Patel is currently studying towards her LLB degree at the University of South Africa. She is popularly known as an anti-racism and social justice activist. In recent years she has added author and international speaker to her career. Zulaikha first grabbed the world's attention when she became the symbol of the fight against institutionalised racism at Pretoria High School for Girls. At the tender age of 13 she co-led a protest at Pretoria High School For Girls against...

Silindile Pearl Mhlongo was born and raised in Umlazi (KZN). She obtained her LLB degree from the University of Cape Town whereafter she served articles and was retained as an associate at Adams & Adams. During her tenure as an associate Silindile made a decision to temporarily leave practice and teach English in China. Upon her return she heeded the call to the bar and has been an advocate since 2022. --- Send in a voice message:...

Nozipho Mngomezulu is an attorney with 19 years’ experience practicing in the ICT sector. Before joining Telkom SA SOC Limited in November 2022 as the Group Executive: Legal and Regulatory, Nozipho was a partner at Webber Wentzel. Nozipho specialises in advising on all aspects of telecommunications, media, broadcasting and technology law. In particular, Nozipho has in-depth experience advising on all matters relating to the commercial and regulatory aspects of the telecommunications, media,...

Dr Gisele Chloe Lavita is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg, where she teaches the Law of Property module. Gisele completed her LLD at Stellenbosch University, with her dissertation entitled “The regulation of Airbnb: A property law perspective. She graduated with her doctorate at the age of 25, as one of the youngest LLD recipients in South Africa. We would love to hear from you, get in touch on Instagram @sister_in_law_ and @giselelavita ——————— The next I am Lady...