presents
The Power of Simplicity in a Complex Business World
Date: 24 June 2026
Time: 5:30pm
Dr Emmanuel Taban
Author of
The Boy Who Never Gave Up
The Boy Who Never Gave Up tells the extraordinary true story of Dr Emmanuel Taban’s journey from war-torn South Sudan to becoming a respected pulmonologist in South Africa.
It is a story of courage, resilience, and determination, tracing the hardships he endured in search of education and the remarkable path that led him to medical excellence and innovation.
DR Emmanuel Taban
Author of
The Boy Who Never Gave Up tells the extraordinary true story of Dr Emmanuel Taban’s journey from war-torn South Sudan to becoming a respected pulmonologist in South Africa.
It is a story of courage, resilience, and determination, tracing the hardships he endured in search of education and the remarkable path that led him to medical excellence and innovation.
Thebe Ikalafeng
Author of
Rooted and Rising is a transformative manifesto and practical guide that empowers Africans and people of African descent to embrace their heritage unapologetically while thriving in a globalised world. Thebe Ikalafeng challenges the Western-dominated narrative of personal branding and leadership, offering instead an African-centered approach rooted in Ubuntu philosophy -- the principle that 'I am because we are'. .
Veli Ndaba - "The NeuroEngineer"
Author of
The Neuroscience of Effective Leadership
He is a NeuroLeadership Coach, a NeuroSpeaker and Author of five books (You Are Born to Win, Your Dream is Calling You, Switch ON!, Set Your Soul on Fire!, and The Neuroscience of Effective Leadership, and a Newspaper Columnist. As a NeuroSpeaker, Veli uses neuroscience to understand and influence his audience. He usies uses his knowledge of the brain to design and deliver presentations that are more likely to engage, transform, and inspire his listeners.
Saray Khumalo
Author of
My Journey To The Top Of The World
Saray Khumalo is an award-winning mountaineer, Guinness World Record holder, author, and accomplished speaker and expedition leader. In 2019, on her fourth attempt, Saray summited Mount Everest, becoming the first Black African woman to reach the world’s highest peak. She further cemented her place in mountaineering history by completing the Seven Summits challenge, climbing the highest mountains on each of the seven continents.
Prof Wiseman Nkuhlu
Author of
Professor Lumkile Wiseman Nkuhlu is a pioneering leader in education, corporate governance, and economic development. He currently chairs KPMG South Africa and his numerous accolades include honorary doctorates and awards for his contributions to business and the advancement of Black professionals.
Helen Nicholson
Author of
"I have learned a lot from listening to Helen present and teach us why networking is key, and now the book cements these tools in a highly practical way. The book is a must read. I have been using the tools she shares in this book and I've benefited enormously."
Hannah Sadiki, CEO Bidvest Financial Services.
Nyimpini Mabunda
Author of
"Nyimpini's curiosity and approach to leadership - through servant leadership and the ability to believe in yourself, even when doubts claw at your subconscious - are practical lessons and inspriations that are relevant to every reader..."
Robbie Brozin, Nando's Co-Founder.
Gloria Serobe
Author of
An Ode to My Mother-in-Law, Winnie Serobe
Mme Gloria Serobe explaining how her decision to see her mother-in-law, Mme Winnie Serobe, as a mentor from whom she would learn the role of family matriarch allowed her to receive advice and criticism with grace. The lesson for others is to be prepared to learn from those who have done that which you aim to do.
Jeff van Rooyen
Author of
"His is an inspiring story of what is possible for those determined to rise above their circumstances. It is a story of courage and hope that should spur readers of this book to greater heights in every endeavour."
Raymond Ackerman, Founder, Pick n Pay.
Nonkululeko Gobodo
Author of
The book is a culmination of her passion to see black people and women awakened to their true selves. It is a reflective celebration of self, courage and the remarkable spirit of resilience that lies within us all. The clarity in her voice comes through so well that it feels like that she is in the room with you, narrating her life story in an unhurried conversation.
Mteto Nyati
Author of
"I have known and admired Baba Mteto Nyati’s career progression. His determination and dedication to succeed show that he, more than most, is an embodiment of: God has given his toughest battles to his strongest soldiers."
Bonang Mohale.
Prof Bonang Mohale
Author of
Behold the turtle – he only makes progress when his neck is stuck out." This proverb, included in Bonang F. Mohale’s best-selling first book, Lift As You Rise, sets the tone for his second book, which includes fresh insights and wisdom from one of South Africa’s best-loved leaders.