Join us for dinner, drinks, and a masterclass on personal branding! We'll be joined by Nelisa Ngqulana, co-founder of Sakaza Afrika, who champions African innovation, voices, and leadership — using media as a powerful tool to drive social change, shift narratives, and shape public discourse. Stick around for networking, opportunities to connect, and more!
A big thank you to Safaricom, BTC Group, KWAL, and MSRA for supporting this event!
Nelisa Ngqulana is the co-founder of Sakaza Afrika, a pan-African communications and media firm dedicated to amplifying authentic African stories through bold strategy, storytelling, and technology. With over 20 years of global experience in public relations, communications strategy, and advocacy, she has worked with clients ranging from grassroots movements to multilateral agencies and leading tech platforms—helping them elevate their voice and impact.
She also serves as Chief of Brand and Strategy at Ajua, Africa’s leading customer experience platform, where she leads research, consulting, and brand positioning projects across diverse sectors.
Through her work, Nelisa champions African innovation, voices, and leadership—using media as a powerful tool to drive social change, shift narratives, and shape public discourse.
Lucille Aveva is a visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in steering multinational organizations to success across the Telecommunication, Hospitality, and Banking sectors. As the Director of Customer Obsession at Safaricom PLC, Lucille champions a customer-centric, digital-first culture that prioritizes customer needs in every business goal.
At Safaricom, Lucille is at the forefront of leveraging AI capabilities and Human-Centered Design to enhance customer experience through journey management. Her leadership has been pivotal in transforming organizational culture to focus on customer satisfaction, driving sustainable and outstanding business results.
Her passion extends beyond the corporate world; she is a dedicated advocate for Women, Youth, and Community Economic Empowerment and Resilience. Together with her daughter Jackie, Lucille founded the Eselle Group Foundation, which empowers youth through access to the digital economy and addresses addiction prevention and recovery initiatives.
Lucille's commitment to social impact is evident through partnerships with organizations such as NACADA, Ajira Digital, E-mobilis, ILO, Shortlist, Nation MediaGroup, and AYLF (Africa Youth LeadershipForum). Her inspiring journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication to making a difference in both the business and social spheres.
