Women Leading Knowledge

The Wisdom We Inherit, The Future We Build

At the Women Leading Knowledge Breakfast 2026, we’ll explore how women are bridging the generational gap to create wealth.

Be part of this inspiring conversation where intergenerational knowledge is transformed into wealth, leadership into legacy and connections into lifetime opportunities and women are at the heart of it.

The Idea: Intergenerational Knowledge: Women and Wealth

What happens when profound wisdom of those that came before us meets the boundless energy of the youth?

The Experience: A Morning of Insight and Connection

The Conversation

This year’s discussion will explore how women can intentionally share knowledge, experiences, networks and financial wisdom across generations to create lasting wealth legacies. Our dialogue will be guided by the seasoned broadcaster Ms. Ntombi Meso, who will masterfully probe and provoke conversation throughout this enlightening morning.

The Speakers

Prepare for a powerful exchange of ideas with a panel of extraordinary leaders:

• Ms. Palesa Nhlapo a banking and financial services professional, who will share practical insights on financial empowerment, wealth creation and equipping women with the knowledge and confidence to build lasting financial security.
• Ms. Rita Zwane (MaZwane), founder of Imbizo, an entrepreneur, business leader, and author of the book “Conquering the poverty of the mind” will share her journey of building a successful enterprise and explore how women can leverage entrepreneurship as a pathway to wealth creation, economic empowerment and sustainable impact.
• Ms Maya Fisher-French, an award-winning financial journalist, author, and consumer finance expert, will provide practical guidance on personal finance, investing, and wealth-building strategies, empowering women to make informed financial decisions and secure their financial futures
• Dr Nobulali Dangazele, A Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) faculty with extensive experience in behavioural science, strategy, entrepreneurship and a familiar face as an award-winning film and television producer.