Speaker

Thelma Ngoma-Mavhunga is an award-winning former business journalist and senior communications writer with more than 13 years of experience in communications, public relations, and journalism. Her career spans business journalism and corporate communications, with a portfolio that includes collaborations with leading organisations such as Hollard Insure, the United Nations Global Compact, Gibela Rail, the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Afripol, GIZ, and the Roedean School.

She has written extensively across formats – from thought leadership articles, speeches and scripts to annual reports, campaigns and investigative journalism pieces. As a published author, Thelma has produced two books that celebrate South African artists and cultural knowledge holders, contributing to the preservation of local languages and heritage.

Her investigative work as a business journalist has exposed unethical practices in the construction sector, while her corporate content has positioned executives and organisations as thought leaders in industries ranging from banking and health care to retail and mining.

She is also skilled in developing digital and social media strategies, including SEO-driven content that enhances brand visibility and engagement.

Thelma brings a deep understanding of storytelling and authenticity into the age of digital disruption. In her writing, she explores the intersection of communication and technology, focusing on how brands can use AI tools without losing their human touch.