Women in Tech South Africa

🌏 WOMEN IN TECH ® Global Summit – South Africa Delegation 🇿🇦 We are proud to announce the WOMEN IN TECH ® Global Summit South Africa Delegation! Women in Tech South Africa This prestigious event will take place from April 23-25, 2025, at the World Expo in Osaka, Japan. Leading the delegation are influential South African tech and business leaders: ✨ Melissa Slaymaker – Global Partnerships Director, Women in Tech Global ✨ Erika Reeves – Country Director South Africa, Women in Tech ✨ Hwalani Mabaso – Board Member Women in Tech South Africa  ✨ 🌸 Tessa Lakhani 🌸 – Founder & CEO, SheworxSA and Director of Ravensberg Group ✨ Kholeka Tsotsotso (F.Inst.D) C-CIO (SA) – CIO, Development Bank of South Africa ✨ Ilhaam van der Schyff – Group Head Talent Acquisition, Absa ✨ Reevana Balmahoon – AI and XR Lead, CSIR ✨ Reshelle Naidoo – Senior IT Auditor at EY ✨ Ashirvadh Ramsarup – Senior Technology Consultant, EY ✨ Itumeleng Monale – Chief Operating Officer, JSE A huge congratulations to this exceptional delegation representing South Africa on the global stage! 🎉 🔗 To attend the summit, secure your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/e5JbbFuS #WITGS2025 #WomenInTech #SouthAfricaDelegation #GlobalSummit 🚀 Ayumi Moore Aoki Yuki Aizawa 愛澤友己 Rika Nakazawa 中澤里華, Msc. Enkhsaikhan Vicky Maya Ayoub Safia Agueni Erika Reeves Hwalani Mabaso Melissa Slaymaker Ranya S. Alaoui Zineb B. Jessica Freundt Nyla Beth Gawel Kathryn Rose ⭐ Wafeeqa Wahid Layal El Radi Anna Ambrozevich Fernando De Azevedo Cindy Barardo Nino Lortkipanidze Leyla Seyidzade Mayra Silva Anne BAER Tamuna Kvintradze Sarah El-Radi

What an inspiring gathering at ALX's Event "Her Power, Africa's Transformation" as we explored the power of breaking barriers and creating new opportunities for women in tech, entrepreneurship and beyond. Our keynote speaker, Jeniffer Ramnath, and panelists M. Esther Dassanou, Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson, Monica Pun, Nicole Gray, Sharon O'Donnell, Nihal Djebli, Melissa Slaymaker, DOMINION PAUL left us with invaluable insights on what it truly means to challenge the status quo, take up space and create our own opportunities. The future belongs to those who Dare To Take Action. A huge thank you to our speakers, our event partner WOMEN IN TECH ® Global and our attendees for making this such a memorable event! Let’s continue pushing boundaries, lifting each other up and redefining what’s possible. #ALXHerAfrica #IWD2025 #ALXAfrica #AccelerateAction #ALXDareToBeMore

Have you joined our Zoom call? Because we have an amazing session in progress! Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz: Empowering the Future Through Robotics Join us this Thursday, March 27th, 2025, for an inspiring Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz Sanet Glatz, a passionate educator, robot, and occupational therapist dedicated to empowering young minds through STEM education. In this engaging session, Sanet will share her incredible journey in the world of robotics, from founding the Cyber Tigers robotics team to leading them to victory at the National FLL competition and beyond. She’ll discuss the challenges she’s faced, the barriers she’s overcome, and how she’s working to foster confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills in the next generation of innovators. Key topics will include: -Sanet’s Journey in Robotics and STEM: Insights into her career, starting her robotics club, and her leadership of the Cyber Tigers team. -Overcoming Challenges and Barriers: How Sanet has navigated the challenges in the male-dominated field of robotics and STEM. -Impact and Representation in STEM: The importance of creating more opportunities for underrepresented groups, including girls in robotics. -Celebrating Wins: Highlights of her team's achievements, including their international success. -The Future of Robotics and Accelerating Action: What’s next in the world of robotics and how we can continue driving progress in STEM education. This is a must-attend event for students, educators, parents, STEM enthusiasts, and anyone interested in empowering youth and accelerating innovation in robotics. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 27th, 2025 Time: 6PM-7PM SAST Location: Zoom Women In Tech is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. https://lnkd.in/dyEjm25n Meeting ID: 848 3228 9220 Don’t miss out on this inspiring discussion. Reserve your spot today! #STEM #robotics

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Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz: Empowering the Future Through Robotics Join us this Thursday, March 27th, 2025, for an inspiring Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz, a passionate educator, robotics instructor, and occupational therapist dedicated to empowering young minds through STEM education. In this engaging session, Sanet will share her incredible journey in the world of robotics, from founding the Cyber Tigers robotics team to leading them to victory at the National FLL competition and beyond. She’ll discuss the challenges she’s faced, the barriers she’s overcome, and how she’s working to foster confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills in the next generation of innovators. Key topics will include: -Sanet’s Journey in Robotics and STEM: Insights into her career, starting her robotics club, and her leadership of the Cyber Tigers team. -Overcoming Challenges and Barriers: How Sanet has navigated the challenges in the male-dominated field of robotics and STEM. -Impact and Representation in STEM: The importance of creating more opportunities for underrepresented groups, including girls in robotics. -Celebrating Wins: Highlights of her team's achievements, including their international success. -The Future of Robotics and Accelerating Action: What’s next in the world of robotics and how we can continue driving progress in STEM education. This is a must-attend event for students, educators, parents, STEM enthusiasts, and anyone interested in empowering youth and accelerating innovation in robotics. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 27th, 2025 Time: 6PM-7PM SAST Location: Zoom (Link will be provided upon registration) Don’t miss out on this inspiring discussion. Reserve your spot today! #STEM #robotics

Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz: Empowering the Future Through Robotics Join us this Thursday, March 27th, 2025, for an inspiring Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz Sanet Glatz, a passionate educator, robot, and occupational therapist dedicated to empowering young minds through STEM education. In this engaging session, Sanet will share her incredible journey in the world of robotics, from founding the Cyber Tigers robotics team to leading them to victory at the National FLL competition and beyond. She’ll discuss the challenges she’s faced, the barriers she’s overcome, and how she’s working to foster confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills in the next generation of innovators. Key topics will include: -Sanet’s Journey in Robotics and STEM: Insights into her career, starting her robotics club, and her leadership of the Cyber Tigers team. -Overcoming Challenges and Barriers: How Sanet has navigated the challenges in the male-dominated field of robotics and STEM. -Impact and Representation in STEM: The importance of creating more opportunities for underrepresented groups, including girls in robotics. -Celebrating Wins: Highlights of her team's achievements, including their international success. -The Future of Robotics and Accelerating Action: What’s next in the world of robotics and how we can continue driving progress in STEM education. This is a must-attend event for students, educators, parents, STEM enthusiasts, and anyone interested in empowering youth and accelerating innovation in robotics. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 27th, 2025 Time: 6PM-7PM SAST Location: Zoom Women In Tech is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. https://lnkd.in/dyEjm25n Meeting ID: 848 3228 9220 Don’t miss out on this inspiring discussion. Reserve your spot today! #STEM #robotics Erika Reeves Melissa Slaymaker Ayesha Bayat CA (SA) Lavina Rao (Ramkissoon) Leora Hessen Will Green Naadiya Moosajee Mamokgethi Phakeng Lucia Dramat Nitasha Pillay Nathan Pillay Beverly Rajha Dr. Philile Mkhize Lehlohonolo Nolo Mokoena Joelle Behoor Jill Isaacs Bachan Janine Paulsen Hwalani Mabaso Ntandokazi Buthelezi Juliet Dickson Nathan Pillay Kholeka Tsotsotso (F.Inst.D) C-CIO (SA) Zubaidah Amod Dr Rufaro Nyakatawa-Mucheka, PhD, CFP®, MBA, TEP Farrah Engelbrecht Rafieq L. Jo-Ann Pöhl Mabedi Mufahothe Mbulelo Sochifa Lillian Barnard Leila Fourie Jeniffer Ramnath Tanaka Dhliwayo Milisa Mabinza Sne Dlamini (MBA) Karen Nadasen Yolanda Reshelle Naidoo

Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz: Empowering the Future Through Robotics Join us this Thursday, March 27th, 2025, for an inspiring Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz Sanet Glatz, a passionate educator, robot, and occupational therapist dedicated to empowering young minds through STEM education. In this engaging session, Sanet will share her incredible journey in the world of robotics, from founding the Cyber Tigers robotics team to leading them to victory at the National FLL competition and beyond. She’ll discuss the challenges she’s faced, the barriers she’s overcome, and how she’s working to foster confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills in the next generation of innovators. Key topics will include: -Sanet’s Journey in Robotics and STEM: Insights into her career, starting her robotics club, and her leadership of the Cyber Tigers team. -Overcoming Challenges and Barriers: How Sanet has navigated the challenges in the male-dominated field of robotics and STEM. -Impact and Representation in STEM: The importance of creating more opportunities for underrepresented groups, including girls in robotics. -Celebrating Wins: Highlights of her team's achievements, including their international success. -The Future of Robotics and Accelerating Action: What’s next in the world of robotics and how we can continue driving progress in STEM education. This is a must-attend event for students, educators, parents, STEM enthusiasts, and anyone interested in empowering youth and accelerating innovation in robotics. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 27th, 2025 Time: 6PM-7PM SAST Location: Zoom https://lnkd.in/dyEjm25n Meeting ID: 848 3228 9220 Don’t miss out on this inspiring discussion. Reserve your spot today! #STEM #robotics Erika Reeves Melissa Slaymaker Ayesha Bayat CA (SA) Lavina Rao (Ramkissoon) Leora Hessen Will Green Naadiya Moosajee Mamokgethi Phakeng Lucia Dramat Nitasha Pillay Nathan Pillay Beverly Rajha Dr. Philile Mkhize Lehlohonolo Nolo Mokoena Joelle Behoor Jill Isaacs Bachan Janine Paulsen Hwalani Mabaso Ntandokazi Buthelezi Juliet Dickson Nathan Pillay Kholeka Tsotsotso (F.Inst.D) C-CIO (SA) Zubaidah Amod Dr Rufaro Nyakatawa-Mucheka, PhD, CFP®, MBA, TEP Farrah Engelbrecht Rafieq L. Jo-Ann Pöhl Mabedi Mufahothe Mbulelo Sochifa Lillian Barnard Leila Fourie Jeniffer Ramnath Tanaka Dhliwayo Milisa Mabinza Sne Dlamini (MBA) Karen Nadasen Yolanda Reshelle Naidoo

Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz: Empowering the Future Through Robotics Join us this Thursday, March 27th, 2025, for an inspiring Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz Sanet Glatz, a passionate educator, robot, and occupational therapist dedicated to empowering young minds through STEM education. In this engaging session, Sanet will share her incredible journey in the world of robotics, from founding the Cyber Tigers robotics team to leading them to victory at the National FLL competition and beyond. She’ll discuss the challenges she’s faced, the barriers she’s overcome, and how she’s working to foster confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills in the next generation of innovators. Key topics will include: -Sanet’s Journey in Robotics and STEM: Insights into her career, starting her robotics club, and her leadership of the Cyber Tigers team. -Overcoming Challenges and Barriers: How Sanet has navigated the challenges in the male-dominated field of robotics and STEM. -Impact and Representation in STEM: The importance of creating more opportunities for underrepresented groups, including girls in robotics. -Celebrating Wins: Highlights of her team's achievements, including their international success. -The Future of Robotics and Accelerating Action: What’s next in the world of robotics and how we can continue driving progress in STEM education. This is a must-attend event for students, educators, parents, STEM enthusiasts, and anyone interested in empowering youth and accelerating innovation in robotics. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 27th, 2025 Time: 6PM-7PM SAST Location: Zoom Women In Tech is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. https://lnkd.in/dyEjm25n Meeting ID: 848 3228 9220 Don’t miss out on this inspiring discussion. Reserve your spot today! #STEM #robotics Erika Reeves Melissa Slaymaker Ayesha Bayat CA (SA) Lavina Rao (Ramkissoon) Leora Hessen Will Green Naadiya Moosajee Mamokgethi Phakeng Lucia Dramat Nitasha Pillay Nathan Pillay Beverly Rajha Dr. Philile Mkhize Lehlohonolo Nolo Mokoena Joelle Behoor Jill Isaacs Bachan Janine Paulsen Hwalani Mabaso Ntandokazi Buthelezi Juliet Dickson Nathan Pillay Kholeka Tsotsotso (F.Inst.D) C-CIO (SA) Zubaidah Amod Dr Rufaro Nyakatawa-Mucheka, PhD, CFP®, MBA, TEP Farrah Engelbrecht Rafieq L. Jo-Ann Pöhl Mabedi Mufahothe Mbulelo Sochifa Lillian Barnard Leila Fourie Jeniffer Ramnath Tanaka Dhliwayo Milisa Mabinza Sne Dlamini (MBA) Karen Nadasen Yolanda Reshelle Naidoo

Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz: Empowering the Future Through Robotics Join us this Thursday, March 27th, 2025, for an inspiring Fireside Chat with Sanet Glatz Sanet Glatz, a passionate educator, robot, and occupational therapist dedicated to empowering young minds through STEM education. In this engaging session, Sanet will share her incredible journey in the world of robotics, from founding the Cyber Tigers robotics team to leading them to victory at the National FLL competition and beyond. She’ll discuss the challenges she’s faced, the barriers she’s overcome, and how she’s working to foster confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills in the next generation of innovators. Key topics will include: -Sanet’s Journey in Robotics and STEM: Insights into her career, starting her robotics club, and her leadership of the Cyber Tigers team. -Overcoming Challenges and Barriers: How Sanet has navigated the challenges in the male-dominated field of robotics and STEM. -Impact and Representation in STEM: The importance of creating more opportunities for underrepresented groups, including girls in robotics. -Celebrating Wins: Highlights of her team's achievements, including their international success. -The Future of Robotics and Accelerating Action: What’s next in the world of robotics and how we can continue driving progress in STEM education. This is a must-attend event for students, educators, parents, STEM enthusiasts, and anyone interested in empowering youth and accelerating innovation in robotics. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 27th, 2025 Time: 6PM-7PM SAST Location: Zoom Women In Tech is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. https://lnkd.in/dyEjm25n Meeting ID: 848 3228 9220 Don’t miss out on this inspiring discussion. Reserve your spot today! #STEM #robotics Erika Reeves Melissa Slaymaker Ayesha Bayat CA (SA) Lavina Rao (Ramkissoon) Leora Hessen Will Green Naadiya Moosajee Mamokgethi Phakeng Lucia Dramat Nitasha Pillay Nathan Pillay Beverly Rajha Dr. Philile Mkhize Lehlohonolo Nolo Mokoena Joelle Behoor Jill Isaacs Bachan Janine Paulsen Hwalani Mabaso Ntandokazi Buthelezi Juliet Dickson Nathan Pillay Kholeka Tsotsotso (F.Inst.D) C-CIO (SA) Zubaidah Amod Dr Rufaro Nyakatawa-Mucheka, PhD, CFP®, MBA, TEP Farrah Engelbrecht Rafieq L. Jo-Ann Pöhl Mabedi Mufahothe Mbulelo Sochifa Lillian Barnard Leila Fourie Jeniffer Ramnath Tanaka Dhliwayo Milisa Mabinza Sne Dlamini (MBA) Karen Nadasen Yolanda Reshelle Naidoo

Looking back at the Women in Tech South Africa Graduate Lunch & Sip sponsored by impact.com We love meeting with young minds and future leaders, giving them the tools that we wished we were given, at the start of our own career journeys. ✅ Confidence Building: - How to overcome Imposter syndrome and embrace your own unique skills and strengths with the #IAMRemarkable workshop ✅ CV Writing Workshop ✅ Tips on how to interview - using #STAR method ✅ First Impressions Matter - how to perfect your #Elevator #Pitch ✅ Speed Interviews - Put into practice what you have learned with actual Hiring Managers with real opportunities, getting instant feedback! ✅ Networking - with your peers and leaders from the organization Priceless!! Erika Reeves Rafieq L. Faz Ahmed Claudine Primo Michelle Denman University of Cape Town University of the Western Cape Stellenbosch University WOMEN IN TECH ® Global Almarie Rabie Monique Williams Gill Borrett Lizelle Esterhuizen Nitasha Pillay Lelethu Lona Ndyaluvane Razana Karbary Fazlyn Petersen Danielle Radloff Moratoe Ncwadi (MBL) Chantal Paul Mbulelo Sochifa Mabedi Mufahothe Zaraah Bartlett