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Take a journey away from short termism and start looking at a better future. Meet the interesting people changing Africa –and the way we work, think and live.

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CAROL TSHABALALA

Carol Tshabalala is a sports broadcaster, producer, freelance reporter and voice-over artist currently working for SuperSport International and Premier League Productions.

She is often referred to as South Africa’s “First Lady of Sport,” covering football, boxing and basketball. She was the first African to host the FIFA Ballon d’Or in Zurich in 2011.

Tshabalala started her career as an apprentice on the show Sports Buzz on SABC at the age of 18. She would work for the SABC as a sports broadcaster from 2000 to 2011. She joined SuperSport International in 2011, and in 2016, joined UK’s Premier League Productions (IMG productions) as a live studio anchor. She is the current host of the show Extra Time on SuperSport.

Tshabalala’s career in radio started at Kaya FM 95.9 as a sports news journalist from 2005 to 2007. She joined Radio 2000 in 2008 as a drive-time sports show presenter and was there until 2013.

Carol Tshabalala

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Our Speaker Lineup Elevating Perspectives:

Cláudia Conceição

Regional Director – Southern Africa, International Finance Corporation

Head, Africa China Banking, Business and Commercial Banking, Standard Bank Thembi

Head, Enterprise & Supplier Development, Business and Commercial Banking, Standard Bank Naledzani

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow based at the Centre for Women and Gender Studies, Nelson Mandela University

Head, Online Banking Platforms, Digital & eCommerce, Business and Commercial Banking, Standard Bank

Value Proposition and Client Experience, Standard Bank

South African National AIDS Council

Agribusiness Platforms & Innovation, Business and Commercial Banking, Standard Bank

Founder and CEO, Take Note Information Technology

Founder and MD, Mosholu

Co-Founder, Hirsch’s Home Stores

Founder and Director, Luluk Technology Solutions

Mandate Molefi

General Manager, Eskom Academy of Learning

Nomalanga Makwe

Mamela Luthuli

Margaret Hirsch

Yolisa Motsepe

Sibu Mabena

Managing Director, Lyra Southern Africa

iME Executive: Strategic Partnerships

Development Manager, South African Depression and Anxiety Group

Senior Manager: Strategic Planning & Reporting, merSETA

Executive: Corporate Affairs, Strategic Fuel Fund

Media Personality & Creative Director, ERA by Dj Zinhle

Head, Community Affairs: Mining, Oil and Gas Industry

Alveena Pillay

Navlika Ratangee

Fatima Seedat

Erosha Govender

Dr. Marion De Wet

Mashudu Ndou

Marketing Manager Sub-Saharan Africa, Google Search & Consumer AI Products

Public Relations and Comms Director, Greysun Media

Moloisi Head of Learning Development & Transformation, Harmony Gold

Non-Executive Director, South African Reserve Bank

Senior Director, Government Engagement Sub-Saharan Africa, Visa

Vice President Human Resources, Merchants

Moyo Media Personality

Raise Africa Investments

Malaza

of ENU ( Energy, Natural Resources & Utilities), Wipro

Group Marketing Director, Toastmasters International

Nadia Naidu

Nono Malefane

Aaron

Mabo

Nosizwe Nokwe-Macamo

Naledi Msibi

CEO, bp Southern Africa

Taelo Mojapelo

Imke Dannhauser

Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls & Deputy Chairperson, Rhodes University Council

Gugu Ndebele

Lerato Molebatsi

Elona Ndlovu

Vice President: Small Businesses, African Entrepreneurship Council

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SPONSORS & PARTNERS

We extend our gratitude to our esteemed sponsors and partners for their invaluable support in making the conference a resounding success

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At merSETA, we believe women have the power to drive innovation and growth in manufacturing, engineering, and related sectors. That’s why we’re dedicated to empowering women through targeted initiatives such as the Women in Engineering Leadership Association (WELA), designed to break down barriers and open up new opportunities.

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Awareness Campaigns: Promoting gender equality and showcasing inspiring role models to motivate the next generation of women leaders.

Networking & Community: Women’s forums, industry workshops and more, fostering collaboration and connection among women in the sector.

Research & Policy Advocacy: Understanding and addressing barriers, and pushing for inclusive policies that support gender equality in the workplace.

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For over 70 years, Harmony

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Limited has been driven by the need to create and maintain a workforce that accurately represents the diversity and inclusion of the SA population.

We continue to recognise, invest in and put women at the forefront of our business.

CONNECT WITH US

Mosholu was established in 2021 during COVID. As a result of a need to support SMe’s o navigate SASOL Procurement Platform. Sasol contracted Mosholu to support their small businesses that they were supporting. SASOL ESD has also capacitated MOSHOLU to grow. To date we have supported over 1500 small Our expertise in SAP Ariba integration sets us apart. Led by our team of SAP Ariba consultants, and built on our experience working with industry leaders like Sasol, we know what it takes to guide SMEs through complex systems. This partnership with Sasol has been invaluable, enabling us to refine our services and ensure we’re providing high-quality, impactful solutions for our clients.”

We understand that every business is unique. That’s why we offer customized training programs that go beyond one-size-fits-all solutions. Our programs are designed to overcome specific challenges like limited computer skills or language barriers, helping SMEs meet corporate procurement standards with confidence.

And our support doesn’t stop after training. At Mosholu, we’re committed to long-term success. We provide ongoing IT and language support, ensuring that SMEs not only integrate smoothly but thrive and continue to meet your operational standards.”

In closing

“Our goal is to create a diverse, high-performing, and socially responsible supply chain ecosystem. We believe that by empowering SMEs, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive supply network – one that benefits everyone.”

“Join the ranks of industry leaders who are choosing Mosholu as a partner in supplier transformation. Visit our website, connect with us on LinkedIn, or reach out to schedule a consultation. Together, let’s build a supply chain that’s efficient, inclusive, and built for success.”

EQUAL RIGHTS, EQUAL CARE

His Excellency the Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa and Chairperson of the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC), the SANAC Civil Society Forum Chairperson, the SANAC Private Sector Forum Chairperson, the Minister of Health and the Premier of Eastern Cape, invite you to the commemoration of 01 December 2024 09:00am

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Our commitment to automation, resourcefulness, and adaptability makes us a leader in the market. Designed speciﬁcally for medium to large enterprises, CorporateMall empowers businesses to focus on their core activities while we expertly manage their procurement and service needs with precision and reliability.

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We streamline your supply chain with access to over 10,000 SKUs and a robust network of trusted suppliers. Our services include procurement, warehousing, distribution, and manufacturing, ensuring that your business runs efﬁciently while we handle the logistics.

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Founded in 2008 by Dr. Lindi Mokwena, KOHC started with a mission to bridge gaps in the Occupational Health Sector. Over the years, our commitment to quality and compliance has driven our growth, expanding our reach from Mpumalanga to Gauteng and beyond.

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The Strategic Fuel Fund Association (SFF) maintains, monitors and manages the country’s strategic energy feed stock and carriers to ensure security of supply We aim to be the guarantor of strategic fuels through innovative and pioneering solutions that benefit South Africa

SFF is dedicated to driving sustainability by operating efficiently, fostering strategic partnerships to explore new opportun ities, and empowering a dynamic, responsible workforce committed to excellence and compliance.

SFF is committed to positively impacting disadvantaged communities, integrating this mission into its core business strategy through focused and progressive CSI programs. Education, particularly in Math and Science, is a cornerstone of SFF's CSI efforts, a ddressing the critical role these subjects play in South Africa's socio -economic development. Recognizing the pivotal role education plays in South Africa's development, SFF provides supplementary assistance to schools and NPOs that promote these vital subjects.

One of the areas that SFF operates in and hopes to ignite the passion for Math and Science, is the Saldanha Bay area on the West Coast. For generations, the local community's economy has been predominantly driven by agriculture and maritime activities and as a result, Math and Science were often undervalued. By collaborating with disadvantaged schools and NPOs, SFF provides supplementary support to promote these critical subjects. This effort not only enhances educational outcomes but also empowers communit ies to embrace math and science as catalysts for socio-economic transformation.

Through strategic partnerships with historically disadvantaged schools and like -minded NPOs, SFF CSI seeks to ignite a nationwide movement, promoting Math literacy and Science as a catalyst for socio-economic transformation.

Our internship programme offers graduates hands -on corporate training in a variety of fields with the aim of preparing them for their chosen career in the working world.

We, at the SFF, have the ability to make a real difference, not only through our talents but also our attitudes. As such, we look for graduates with the right attitude and skills.

SFF is working towards a one-team culture driven by our values. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to the Principles of Employment Equity.

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How the uniform

Q: How did you come to be involved in the corporate uniform business?

I have been a shareholder and director of Hloba Clothing as well as Morewood Clothing from inception and establishment of both companies, in 2006 and 2015 respectively. My career began with teaching Business Studies and English before I decided to move into business.

A: Hloba inception companies, respectively. teaching Studies before to business.

Q: How was the transition from teaching to business?

How the

The transition from teaching to business was challenging but exciting. Teaching gave me leadership, communication skills, and patience, which have helped in my business role. Over time, male business partners have come to value my different perspective as the only female director in the company.

A: transition from communication my business come perspective

Q: Who are the women that have inspired you?

Who

My mother has been my biggest inspiration. After my father passed when I was 4, she raised my sister and me as a single parent, working long hours as a nurse. She was entrepreneurial. She taught us to always do our best, no matter how small the task, a lesson I carry with me to this day.

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My advice is to find a mentor, have confidence in your abilities, build a network of like-minded individuals, and make the most of every opportunity that comes your way.

Q: How do you positively influence the women around you?

How

I aim to be a good role model by encouraging women to be confident and open to new opportunities. At Hloba and Morewood, over 300 of our 350 employees are women, many in crucial positions. We also invest in their training and skills development to uplift them.

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PHUMZILE LUTHULI BEd. Pedagogics (Commerce), Qualified teacher, Wife & Mother, Empowered & Empowering Woman.

SWEAT THE GOOD STUFF

The Eskom Women Advancement Program (EWAP)

Established in 2013, EWAP, an integrated approach aimed at breaking the mould that is based on perceptions that women and men hold, that perpetuates patriarchy in the workplace and leads to the under representation of women in key decision-making roles as well as the technical space. The EWAP strategy focused on addressing the issues that hinder women in advancing into critical leadership and technical positions at Eskom.

Through Eskom, EWAP is a signatory of the UN Women and EWAP has five strategic pillars that are all aligned to the thematic areas of the free stem fund

1: Women in Leadership (WIL)

Advancement of Women into Management

Addressing the income gap to ensure equal pay for work of equal value

In 2017, EWAP developed 40 women into leadership positions under the leadership Accelerator Program and reduced the gender pay disparities from above 20% to 6% in 2022

Women in Technical Roles (WIT)

EWAP implemented the procurement of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for women who work on site (overalls and safety shoes design & sizing)

In 2021 EWAP also conducted consultative workshops to gather needs assessment for women in technical roles and STEM

4: Creating a Conducive Environment

EWAP established the Eskom Gender Office which is a safe space for women to report GBV it is also where advocacy for the non-binary members /genders

After the 2017 fatality of a women at work due to GBV, EWAP developed MySistersKeeper pledge in 2017 under the UN Women’s HeForShe initiative for all men in the organization

EWAP is looking to implement a lactation facility and will develop a post partum integration policy for new mothers returning to work from maternity leave

3: Women in Nuclear (WIN)

EWAP launched the NuclearTop100 training programme: 40% of those selected consisted of female recruits

5: Strategic Partnerships (SP)

The holding company ESKOM is undergoing financial constraints as such all the above mentioned projects would not have been successful without strategic partnerships for financial backing.

About CCBSA

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is a proudly South African company which began operating as a legal entity in July 2016, after the merger of six non-alcoholic ready to drink bottling operations.

We are a level 3 B-BBEE empowered company. We employ over 7000 people at 13 manufacturing facilities across the country. As a subsidiary of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) and a bottler for The Coca-Cola Company, our vision is to refresh Africa every day and make our continent a better place for all.

We manufacture and distribute Coca-Cola beverages that make life's everyday moments more enjoyable, while doing business the right way. The result is shared opportunity for our customers, our employees, our communities, and our shareholders.

We conduct our business ethically, transparently and conscientiously. We espouse an inclusive business culture to reflect our African identity. We accelerate sustainable, profitable revenue growth across all categories and offer an innovative portfolio of products that respond to customer needs and consumer preferences. Profitability is important, but not at any cost.

People matter. Our planet matters. We do business the right way by following our values and partnering for solutions that benefit us all.

ERA

More than a brand. A community. At ERABYDJZINHLE, we’re not just about jewellery & accessories – we’re about embracing confidence, beauty, and bold ambition. In spired by the founder, Owner & CEO DJ Zinhle, we believe in celebrating your unique jo urney, elevating your everyday, and wearing your dreams like your favourite pair of ear rings or fabulous sunglasses. Be a visionary. Be hardworking. Be fabulous. Join the movement and wear your confidence, where b eauty and empowerment come together.

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My experience in partaking in the Women in Leadership Program has been extremely rewarding from a personal and working perspective and it allowed me to embark on ajourney of transformation on both self, and as aleader in the ﬁnancial corporate in which I am currently employed.

The Women in Leadership Accelerator Programme has made such a big impact in my life. I really enjoyed the course and felt that the lecturers were outstanding in every subject. The learnings and practical examples made it so easy to take back to the business and implement where needed. This is deﬁnitely a course to consider for all Women in Leadership position, or Women on succession to become leaders. Looking forward to future programs.

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SANDTON, JOHANNESBURG

Keynote Speakers

DR GRACE NALEDI PANDOR SIM TSHABALALA

Chief Executive Officer, Standard Bank Group

Chair, the Nelson Mandela Foundation & former Minister of International Relations & Cooperation

Carol Tshabalala

Carol Tshabalala is a sports broadcaster, producer, freelance reporter and voice-over artist currently working for SuperSport International and Premier League Productions.

She is often referred to as South Africa’s “First Lady of Sport,” covering football, boxing and basketball. She was the first African to host the FIFA Ballon d’Or in Zurich in 2011.

Tshabalala’s career in radio started at Kaya FM 95.9 as a sports news journalist from 2005 to 2007. She joined Radio 2000 in 2008 as a drive-time sports show presenter and was there until 2013.

Carol Tshabalala

Take a journey away from short termism and start looking at a better future. Meet the interesting people changing Africa –and the way we work, think and live.

AWARDS FINALISTSOrganisational

Top Women Owned Business SMME 2024 Sponsored by Standard Bank

KwaNgwane Consulting (Pty) Ltd

Greysun Media

Mashobane Advisory

Niya Consulting

Tsogomath

Bono Property Group

Reapsew (Pty) Ltd

Nchupetsang Incorporated Attorneys

Davhadumela Trading (Pty) Ltd

Kriel Occupational Health Centre

Grace The Brand

Quality Crates

Fetola Mmoho (Pty) Ltd

Sarhap Hair Line

Avenir Holdings (Pty) Ltd WAXIT

Zingezethu Construction

Nicqui Galaktiou Inc

Faith

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Top Women Business in ICT & Ecommerce 2024

Top Women Business in Construction, Infrastructure & Mining 2024 Sponsored by RS South Africa

Smollan Estée Lauder

Esoft Development & Technologies

DocFox

CorporateMall

Vulatel

Broll Property Group

Harmony Gold

Vulatel

Enel Green Power

Stenda Group

KZN Oils

Nestlé L’Oréal

Estée Lauder Mint Group

Lyra Southern Africa (ICAS)

Merchants Michelin Tyre Company South Africa

ONOMO Hotels

Sizwe IT Group

Top Women in Business in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 2024 Sponsored by Kia South Africa

Smollan

Top Women in Business Corporate Citizenship and Community Impact 2024 PepsiCo Inc

ONOMO Hotels Mariswe (Pty) Ltd

Dentsu South Africa

Sebenza Taxi WiFi

Boxfusion

SibanyeStillwater

Kumba

Iron Ore

Top Women in Business in Skills & Youth Development 2024

Merchants

Seriti

Sizwe IT Group

Schneider Electric

Portia M Skin Solutions

PepsiCo Inc

bp Southern Africa

UDM International

Michelin Tyre Company South Africa

Top Women in Business in Public Services 2024

Strategic Fuel Fund

Broll Property Group

Smollan

KLM Empowered

Owethu Managed Services

SANDA Skills Development

UMngeniuThukela Water

NYDA

Top Women Business of the Year 2024 Sponsored by BMW South Africa

The Institute of Directors of South Africa

SteelXperts

Barloworld Limited

Lyra Southern Africa (ICAS)

Top Women in Business Health & Pharmaceutical 2024

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AWARDS FINALISTS Individual

Honouring visionary leaders, trailblazing innovators, & entrepreneurial luminaries who embody excellence, empowerment, and transformative change in gender empowerment.

Top Women Leader in Professional & Support Services 2024

Anastasia Mashobane Mashobane Advisory

Dr. Rethabile Melamu SAPVIA

Nelisiwe Mkhize SANDA Skills Development

Dhilshad Hoosen Nchupetsang Incorporated Attorneys Roxana Ravjee Dentsu South Africa

Caroline Nhlane Enel Green Power

Siva Gengan LegalWise

Sudha Johns Veriforce

Nicqui Galaktiou Nicqui Galaktiou Inc

Buhle Mudau Elev8-Group

Top Women Leader in STEM 2024

Yolisa Skwintshi Eskom Pension and Provident Fund

Top Women in Public Sector 2024

Dr. Marion De Wet Strategic Fuel Fund

Refilwe Buthelezi Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)

Melanie Rambally Durban ICC

Tertia Barrett DocFox Dr Denisha Jairam- Owthar Concil for Medical Schemes

Angie Ontong The dtic

Mantsi Moiloa Broll Property Group

Thobekile Gambu UMngeni-uThukela Water

Shandini Naidoo NAMC

Top Women Young Achiever 2024

Ronelle Naidoo Mint Group

Ashleigh Wainstein

Social Places

Caroline Nhlane Enel Green Power

Zipozake Jijingubo Merchants

Shannon Gahagan Omoda

Tanisha Jeewa

FedEx Express South Africa

Tshepiso Makandawire

Artisan Zone

Brenda Khumalo Lobengula Advertising

Manali Sheth

Esoft Development & Technologies

Nicolene Claassen ONOMO Hotels

Arthi Daya

BBF Safety Group (Pty) LTD

Maxcene Aspeling Massmart

Sudha Johns Veriforce

Mikayla Benkenstein Hodari Africa

Yangelihle Magxagxa SIZO Projects Matshidiso Gama Kumba Iron Ore

Collette Roetz Sebenza Taxi WiFi

Asanda Luwaca NYDA

Top Women Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 Sponsored by Standard Bank

Boitumelo Mudumela Davhadomela Trading (Pty) Ltd

Mahlatsi Mashile Reapsew (Pty) Ltd

Joy Hlongwane KwaNgwane Consulting (Pty) Ltd

Hema Sirkot Quality crates

Lovelyn Bassey Healthgarde

Catherine Wijnberg Fetola Mmoho (Pty) Ltd

Dr Patience Lindi Mokwena

Kriel Occupation Health Centre

Oluchi Ibeabuchi Sarhap Hair Line

Patricia Tshitema Bono Property Group

Thandeka Zulu Niya Consulting

Kylie Saunders Grace the Brand

Nompumelelo Yvonne Sibisi Zingezethu Construction

Michela De Gennaro DG Property

Michelle Royston WAXIT

Naomi Musi 4IRI

Tshidi Mndzebele Avenir Holdings (Pty) Ltd

Collette Roetz Sebenza Taxi WiFi

Kefilwe Morobane Giving Wings

Brenda Khumalo Lobengula Advertising

Naledi Msibi Greysun Media

Buhle Mudau Elev8-Group

Zama Ngcobo WMN Attorneys

Yvonne Dias Mint Group Thanusha Govender XLink

Parmi Natesen The Institute of Directors of South Africa

Nqobile Valentia Veronica Mkhabela Siyanqobangamandla Engineering Services (Pty) Ltd

Haley Fletcher Top Women Business Leader of the Year 2024 Sponsored by Standard Bank

Navlika Ratangee Lyra Southern Africa (ICAS)

Shirley Maltz Homechoice International (HiL)

Mayleen Kyster-Nduli SteelXperts

Ntombizanele Makabane

Owethu Managed Services

Vinisha Govender CorporateMall

Portia Mngomezulu Portia M Skin Solutions

Biopelo Lekubo Harmony Gold

Tammy Makadooj KGB Holdings

Jacqui van der Riet UDM International

Tshidi Dlungwane Stenda group

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Our Esteemed

Group CEO, Afrika Tikkun

CA(SA), Co-Founder, TEACH South Africa, Co-Convenor, WECONA & Business Leader

Director, HR Consulting - Central Europe, South East Europe, Middle East, Africa & Israel, Microsoft

Country ManagerSouth Africa, DHL Global Forwarding

GIBS Business School (Gordon Institute of Business Science)

Managing Director, Sub-Saharan Africa, Spotify

CEO, Mandate Molefi

Marketing Director, RS South Africa

Senior Director Africa, CISCO

Radio Presenter, Producer & Lecturer, SABC-Ukhozi fm & DUT

PHUMELELE ZULU

CHARMAINE HOUVET

DR. ONYINYE NWANERI

FUTHI MTOBA

JOCELYNE MUHUTU-REMY

NENE MOLEFI

SHABNUM DAWOOD

PROF. CAREN SCHEEPERS

NOLWAZI MACHI

JASMIN PILLAY

LOURANDI KRIEL

Judges 2024

LEBO SETHOLE-MASILELA

Human Capital Executive, Primedia Group

Head of Gauteng Convention and Events Bureau

Senior Manager Transformation, South African Rugby Union

Executive Director, Sincpoint

Chairperson, African Women In Business

Director of Programs, Graca Machel Trust

Group Manager_ Strategic Communication,Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

Group Chief Human Resources Officer, Tsebo Solutions

CEO, PwC

MOTSHIDISI MOKWENA,

Head Of Reputation & Regulatory Affairs, Coca-Cola Beverages

Marketing & Corporate Affairs, JSE

Head of Department_ Governance Insights & Analytics, Good Governance Africa

MILISA KENTANE

PRISCA SOKO

LEBOGANG LETSOALO

CHRISSY DUBE

NONNIE KUBEKA

ELANIE KRUGER

SAMANTHA MCDONALD

SHIRLEY MACHABA

SHIPHRA CHISHA

VUYO LEE

The Menu

• STANDARD BANK TOP WOMEN AWARDS DINNER •

Starter STARTER

Mediterranean Vegetable and Goats Cheese Wellington, Wild Mushroom Ragout drizzled with Cilantro Cream (V)

Mains MAINS

Sous Vide Beef Fillet

Miso Fillet Beef, Marrow and Mushroom Duxelle, Robuchon Style Pomme Au Gratin, Cabbage Parcel with Braised Oxtail Meat, Bone Marrow Hollandaise and a Bordelaise Sauce

Dessert DESSERT

Classic Dark Chocolate Tart, Passion-fruit Mousse, Milk Chocolate Namelaka, Passion-fruit gel served with a Salted Caramel Gelato

We have catered to all dietary preferences, including Halaal*, Vegan, Vegetarian, and any other special requirements. Should you have any further requests, please advise your waiter.

*All catering is strictly Halaal, ensuring all meals are prepared and served with the highest level of compliance to dietary laws. Please ask a staff member if you’d like to see the Halaal certificate.

Entertainment

LINDA SIKHAKHANE

From uMlazi to the world, Linda Sikhakhane’s journey epitomises passion and grit. His unique blend of contemporary jazz and South African rhythms, honed by global education and collaborations, has set him apart. His discography, including the soulful “Two Sides, One Mirror” and the acclaimed “An Open Dialogue”, mirrors his evolution.

With his latest album “Iladi” and new record deal with Blue Note/Universal Music Africa, he continues to weave captivating melodies, rooted in tradition yet reaching for the stars.”

Additionally, Linda’s artistry caught t he attention of the New York Times, featuring him in their esteemed “5 Minutes...” segment. This blend of critical acclaim and enthusiastic reception sets the stage for Iladi to become a landmark release in contemporary jazz.

SIYA MAKUZENI

Siya Makuzeni is a professional South African trombone player, vocalist, lyricist and songwriter; Johnnie Walker Ambassador (2019), British Council Commissioned Composer (2018), Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz 2016 recipient, as well as featuring in Grammny award artists David Murray, Jacky Terrasson and Branford Marsalis’ performances in 2016-2017.

She is also the band leader of Siya Makuzeni Sextet as well as cross-over rock band IppYFuzE. Makuzeni picked up the trombone in 1997 while attending Stirling High School in East London and studied BMus/BMusJazz at Rhodes University & the Pretoria Technikon Music School. She has since toured and performed around the globe, most notably in Italy where she contributed as co-composer and lyric interpreter to the soundtrack of Forse Dio e Malato (Maybe God is ill).