As we wrap up Women’s Month, we’re excited to have a conversation with an inspiring woman making waves in Bloemfontein. Mags Shivanda, born in Thaba Nchi, is the powerhouse behind DigitalShero (PTY) LTD, a 100% Black Female-owned digital media group she founded in 2015. Through DigitalShero, she launched the #BGR Foundation, which has mentored and inspired countless men and women in Bloemfontein and beyond. Today, Mags joins us to share more about the incredible work of Bloem Girls/Guys Rock and how it’s changing lives.

As we wrap up Women’s Month, we’re excited to have a conversation with an inspiring woman making waves in Bloemfontein. Mags Shivanda, born in Thaba Nchi, is the powerhouse behind DigitalShero (PTY) LTD, a 100% Black Female-owned digital media group she founded in 2015. Through DigitalShero, she launched the #BGR Foundation, which has mentored and inspired countless men and women in Bloemfontein and beyond. Today, Mags joins us to share more about the incredible work of Bloem Girls/Guys Rock and how it’s changing lives.

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South African Doing Great Things with Bolawana Mags Shivanda, an award-winning philanthropist, businesswoman & founder of Bloem Girls Rock

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month tonight on South Africans Doing Great Things feature, we’re shining the spotlight on an incredible organisation making a real difference in the fight against cancer. We’re joined by Nelius  Du Preez, National Operations Manager at Pink Drive. Since its founding in 2009, PinkDrive has been dedicated to early detection of breast, cervical, prostate, and testicular cancers, focusing on those without access to adequate healthcare. Nelius joins to tell us about how the organisation works to promote health education and providing life-saving screenings across the country.!

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month tonight on South Africans Doing Great Things feature, we’re shining the spotlight on an incredible organisation making a real difference in the fight against cancer. We’re joined by Nelius  Du Preez, National Operations Manager at Pink Drive. Since its founding in 2009, PinkDrive has been dedicated to early detection of breast, cervical, prostate, and testicular cancers, focusing on those without access to adequate healthcare. Nelius joins to tell us about how the organisation works to promote health education and providing life-saving screenings across the country.!

South African Doing Great Things with Pink Drive NGO

 Our profile interview this evening is Lerisha Naidu. Lerisha is a Partner and Head of the Competition & Antitrust Practice at Baker McKenzie in Johannesburg – her team deals with the spectrum of antitrust matters impacting upon sub-Saharan Africa. She also leads the Diversity and Inclusion portfolio in Johannesburg, as well as its pro bono and corporate social responsibility pillars. Lerisha was appointed as one of Baker McKenzie's youngest partners, at the age of 32, and is the youngest member of the Johannesburg office's management committee. She participated in Baker McKenzie's LIFT programme for high performing women partners. Lerisha is a Chambers and a Legal 500 ranked practitioner and has previously been listed as a Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South African, and an Avance Media Top 100 Influential Young South African.

Our profile interview this evening is Lerisha Naidu. Lerisha is a Partner and Head of the Competition &amp; Antitrust Practice at Baker McKenzie in Johannesburg – her team deals with the spectrum of antitrust matters impacting upon sub-Saharan Africa. She also leads the Diversity and Inclusion portfolio in Johannesburg, as well as its pro bono and corporate social responsibility pillars. Lerisha was appointed as one of Baker McKenzie's youngest partners, at the age of 32, and is the youngest member of the Johannesburg office's management committee. She participated in Baker McKenzie's LIFT programme for high performing women partners. Lerisha is a Chambers and a Legal 500 ranked practitioner and has previously been listed as a Mail &amp; Guardian Top 200 Young South African, and an Avance Media Top 100 Influential Young South African.

Profile Interview with Lerisha Naidu, managing partner and head of Baker McKenzie's Antitrust & Competition Practice Group in Johannesburg

In the wake of the recent escalation of violence following Israel’s attacks, Lebanon finds itself at the centre of a growing crisis, with increasing casualties and mass displacement. To help us understand the complex dynamics of this conflict and Lebanon’s current position, we’re joined by Naeem Jeenah, Executive Director of the Afro-Middle East Centre. 

In the wake of the recent escalation of violence following Israel’s attacks, Lebanon finds itself at the centre of a growing crisis, with increasing casualties and mass displacement. To help us understand the complex dynamics of this conflict and Lebanon’s current position, we’re joined by Naeem Jeenah, Executive Director of the Afro-Middle East Centre.

South African Doing Great Things with Bolawana Mags Shivanda, an award-winning philanthropist, businesswoman & founder of Bloem Girls Rock

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