Natasha Rene Naidoo

Natasha Rene Naidoo

Natasha Rene Naidoo is a lecturer of Applied Legal Studies and director of the UJ Law Clinic at the University of Johannesburg. Her work combines lecturing, student mentorship, and community engagement, creating meaningful impact both in and beyond the classroom. A...
Kamogelo Ditabo

Kamogelo Ditabo

Kamogelo Ditabo is the founder and director of Nexus Legal, a firm dedicated to providing accessible and impactful legal services. Nexus Legal is committed to breaking down barriers in the legal system. Growing up in a previously disadvantaged community, Kamogelo...
Kagiso Annette Maphalle

Kagiso Annette Maphalle

Kagiso Annette Maphalle, the chief director of Research and Information Management at the Department of Traditional Affairs, is a passionate advocate for the rights of women and children. Her work focuses on strengthening access to justice and equity within customary...
Thato Schermer

Thato Schermer

Thato Schermer, the chief executive and co-founder of Zoie Health, is a leader in creating solutions for women’s health. Growing up in a family of doctors, she witnessed both the strengths and gaps in the healthcare system, which inspired her to reimagine access,...
Samke Ngcobo

Samke Ngcobo

Born and raised in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, Dr Samke Ngcobo dreamed of becoming a teacher — until her first experience with mental illness at 14 redirected her path. Living with Bipolar Disorder Type 1, she has turned her personal challenges into a source of strength,...
Heidi Abrahamse

Heidi Abrahamse

WOMEN IN HEALTH & WELLNESS Heidi Abrahamse DSTI NRF SARChI Chair: Laser Applications in Health | Director: Laser Research Centre, University of Johannesburg Heidi Abrahamse, distinguished professor, is a pioneer in health research and laser applications, serving...