Learn from leading alumni and friends of the University of Pretoria (UP) on this podcast. From titans of business to innovators in science and the humanities, prominent voices from the UP family across disciplines describe where their journey has taken them since their time at Tuks – and they offer tips on what helped them achieve their success. We are now in our fourth season, but make sure to click through to our older episodes on the right.
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Professor Tawana Kupe, UP Vice-Chancellor and Principal, wraps up this season of the LeadUP Podcast.
Deepa Sita is the Chief Financial Officer at Tiger Brands, after holding similar roles at the likes of Mondelēz and Makro. She grew up working in a family business that she then took over after her father’s death.
Andries Levi Pretorius is a successful serial entrepreneur and alumnus of the University of Pretoria who is innovating in the property industry.
Dr Coceka Mfundisi is the first woman to receive a Master of Medicine in Neurosurgery degree from the University of Pretoria.
Dion Shango started with global professional services firm PriceWaterhouseCoopers soon after graduating with a BCom Financial Accounting from the University of Pretoria.
Leandri van der Wat is a Product Development Engineer at L’Oreal International and alumna of the University of Pretoria.
Dr Kresen Pillay is a wildlife veterinarian and alumnus of the University of Pretoria who is pioneering a new department as the Manager of Veterinary Services at the Sydney Zoo.
Reverend Charlotte Sibanyoni, the first black woman to be ordained by the Dutch Reformed Church in South Africa (NGK), speaks about impacting a community from within.
Miss South Africa 2020, Shudufhadzo Musida, shares her lessons on finding your voice and inspiring change.
Engineer and Oscar winner Nicol Verheem shares his lessons on innovation and failure.
Honourable Yvonne Dausab, Minister of Justice of Namibia speaks on leading, particularly in government, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Taelo Mojapelo, the CEO of BP Southern Africa, explains how to lead yourself toward your success.
LeadUP is a project of the Alumni Relations Office of the University of Pretoria. You can find out more about us or get in touch at up.ac.za/leadup
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