LeadUP Podcast

Alumni and friends of the University of Pretoria share their stories in this podcast, LeadUP. From titans of business to innovators in the fields of science and humanities, prominent South African voices from across disciplines explain where their journey has taken them after their time at Tuks. Our first season focused on leadership, while season 2 is all about success. Listen now or download for later, via your favourite podcast app, or on YouTube.


Special : Professor Tawana Kupe, UP Vice-Chancellor and Principal, reflects on leadership lessons from our podcasts

Professor Tawana Kupe, UP Vice-Chancellor and Principal, wraps up this season of the LeadUP Podcast.

Episode 11: Deepa Sita, is a UP alumna and CFO of Tiger Brands, who has overcome many challenges.

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.

Episode 10: Andries Levi Pretorius, UP alumnus and entrepreneur, on the fun of solving problems.

Andries Levi Pretorius is a successful serial entrepreneur and alumnus of the University of Pretoria who is innovating in the property industry.

Episode 9: Dr Coceka Mfundisi is the first woman to receive a Master of Medicine in Neurosurgery from the University of Pretoria.

Dr Coceka Mfundisi is the first woman to receive a Master of Medicine in Neurosurgery degree from the University of Pretoria.

Episode 8: Dion Shango is the Africa CEO at PriceWaterhouseCoopers and an alumnus of 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.

Episode 7: Leandri van der Wat, UP alumna working at L’Oreal in Paris, on authentic leadership

Leandri van der Wat is a Product Development Engineer at L’Oreal International and alumna of the University of Pretoria.

Episode 6: UP alum and wildlife vet, on leading humans as well as animals

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.

Episode 5: Rev Charlotte Sibanyoni, UP alumna and first black female NG Kerk minister

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.

Episode 4: Shudufhadzo Musida, Miss SA and UP alumna, on finding your voice as a leader

Miss South Africa 2020, Shudufhadzo Musida, shares her lessons on finding your voice and inspiring change.

Episode 3: Nicol Verheem, Oscar winner, on failing as part of growth

Engineer and Oscar winner Nicol Verheem shares his lessons on innovation and failure.

Episode 2: Hon Yvonne Dausab, Minister of Justice of Namibia

Honourable Yvonne Dausab, Minister of Justice of Namibia speaks on leading, particularly in government, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Episode 1: Taelo Mojapelo, CEO of BP Southern Africa

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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