Vumile Msweli
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Vumile Msweli (born 14 May 1986) is a South African entrepreneur, executive coach, columnist, author of the Career Accelerator Journal, and philanthropist. She is the founder of the Hesed Africa Foundation. Msweli has built a career in human capital, telecommunications, and financial services. She is the founder and CEO of Hesed Consulting, a Pan-African human capital consultancy, and the Hesed Africa Foundation, which focuses on career development, education, and women's empowerment. Msweli is a frequent speaker at major platforms, including TEDx and the African Union, and has been featured in various media outlets across Africa.[1]
Early Life and Education
Msweli holds several academic qualifications. She earned a Doctorate in Education Management and Leadership from the European International University (2024),[2] an Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration from Myles Leadership University (2024),[3] and an MBA from the University of London (2013).[4] Her education also includes executive programs at the Gordon Institute of Business Science and Harvard University, alongside certifications in life coaching and neuro-linguistic programming.[5]
Career
Msweli's career spans various leadership roles, primarily focusing on human capital strategy, operational management, and customer service execution. She has held positions at First National Bank, Vodafone, Barclays, and Investec.[6] She founded Hesed Consulting in 2012, which provides human capital solutions across Africa and beyond, and the Hesed Africa Foundation in 2017 to promote leadership training and women’s empowerment.[7]
Awards and Recognition
Msweli has been recognized with multiple awards, including:
- 50 Under 50 Middle East and Africa (2024) – UN Women Awards[8]
- Most Impactful Human Resources Expert (2023) – Acquisition International Business Women Awards[9]
- Africa’s 40 Under 40 Business Icons (2023) – Business Elites Africa[10]
Media Presence and Public Speaking
Msweli regularly contributes to media platforms such as SAFM and Kaya FM and has been featured in publications like The Guardian Nigeria and True Love Magazine.[11] She speaks at international forums, including the African Union and Women’s Economic Forum.[12] Her talks often focus on leadership, women’s empowerment, and breaking gender biases in the workplace.[13]
Philanthropy
Through the Hesed Africa Foundation, Msweli leads efforts to empower African youth and women. The Foundation organizes key initiatives like the Africa Career Summit and Expo, facilitating career opportunities across the continent.[14] Initiatives also focus on mentorship programs and workshops aimed at equipping women with essential skills for professional success.[15]
Non-Executive Roles
Msweli holds non-executive director roles at organizations such as the South Africa Strategy Association and Diabetes South Africa. She is also a member of the Forbes Women Council and serves as the chairperson for the Youth Pillar at the Institute of People Management.[16] Her involvement in these organizations emphasizes her commitment to youth development and empowerment.[17]
Personal Life
Msweli is passionate about culture and travel, having visited over 60 countries. She advocates for global citizenship and cultural understanding as essential elements of effective leadership.[18] She often shares insights from her travels and experiences in her public speaking engagements and writings.
See also
- Women in business
- Leadership development
- Coaching
- Human capital management
Bibliography
- Msweli, Vumile. Career Accelerator Journal. (Published 2022).
References
- ↑ Trusted Magazine. (2023, July 20). Q&A with Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from Trusted Magazine
- ↑ Monarch Business School Switzerland. (2023, May 1). Vumile Msweli - Monarch Business School Switzerland. Retrieved from Monarch Business School
- ↑ Unique Speaker Bureau. (2024, April 30). Dr Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from Unique Speaker Bureau
- ↑ Business Elites Africa. (2023, October 16). Vumile Msweli: A journey of breaking barriers and dreaming big. Retrieved from Business Elites Africa
- ↑ Her Network. (2024). Vumile Msweli: Building A Career Through Strategy. Retrieved from Her Network
- ↑ The Nation Newspaper. (2022, September 24). Vumile Msweli: Love for culture took me to 60 countries. People and Politics. Retrieved from The Nation Online
- ↑ Editorial Team. (2022, March 8). Vumile Msweli on breaking the bias. Retrieved from Business Africa Online
- ↑ UN Women. (2024). 50 Under 50 Awards. Retrieved from UN Women
- ↑ Acquisition International Business Women Awards. (2023). Most Impactful Human Resources Expert. Retrieved from Acquisition International
- ↑ Business Elites Africa. (2023). Africa’s 40 Under 40 Business Icons. Retrieved from Business Elites Africa
- ↑ The Guardian Nigeria. (2022, June 10). Vumile Msweli: ‘We have to break the glass cliff barrier for women’. Retrieved from The Guardian Nigeria
- ↑ Women’s Economic Forum. (2019, September 27). Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from WEF
- ↑ Business Insider Africa. (2022, August 5). The Voice of Women in Leadership: Insights from Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from Business Insider Africa
- ↑ Carob Magazine Africa. (n.d.). JUNE COVER. Retrieved from Carob Magazine Africa
- ↑ Youth Village. (2023, September 15). Empowering Women: Initiatives by the Hesed Africa Foundation. Retrieved from Youth Village
- ↑ Her Network. (n.d.). Vumile Msweli: Career success for me is driven by two things: having the right strategy and having the right team. Retrieved from Her Network
- ↑ Forbes Women Council. (2022). Members Spotlight: Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from Forbes
- ↑ The Nation Newspaper. (2022, September 24). Vumile Msweli: Love for culture took me to 60 countries. People and Politics. Retrieved from The Nation Online
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