Conversations with Gofaone

Compliance is no longer, and should never have been, seen as a box-ticking exercise. It is an essential component of building a successful, sustainable organisation.In conversation with Bontle Sibanda, Risk and Compliance Officer at Khumo Property Asset Management, we unpack compliance and governance within Botswana’s property sector, looking at the regulatory responsibilities that come with managing property and other people’s assets, the importance of strong internal controls, and why good governance ultimately protects both businesses and the people they serve.The conversation also explores the responsibility professionals and organisations have to understand the regulatory environment in which they operate because compliance cannot simply exist on paper; it has to form part of how an organisation conducts its business.

In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, we sit down for a thoughtful and insightful conversation on business, leadership, entrepreneurship, and the realities of building in the African context.Through honest reflections and practical insights, this conversation explores what it takes to lead with purpose, navigate challenges, and contribute meaningfully to the future of our economies and communities.Watch the full conversation and join us as we continue to converge, evolve and lead.#ConversationsWithGofaone #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #BusinessInAfrica #AfricanLeadership #Botswana #Podcast

In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, we sit down with Tarnia Gonzo, a Strategic Change Leader and Founder of T&S Consulting whose work sits at the centre of people, technology, and transformation.Tarnia brings a rare balance of technical insight and human understanding. With experience spanning global organisations and community-rooted enterprises, she has built a practice focused on the realities leaders often overlook: the emotions, behaviours, and culture shifts that determine whether digital transformation succeeds or fails.We discuss why so many change initiatives fall short, how small businesses can meaningfully integrate AI, and the hidden gender and racial gaps shaping the future of work.

In a world where complexity is no longer an occasional visitor but a constant companion, the leaders we need today are those who can see beyond the present, anticipate what’s coming, and lead with both clarity and humanity.In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, I sit down with Nadeira Karriem, Corporate Educator, Leadership Development Specialist, and someone who has made learning not just a career but a calling. We explore the kind of leader today’s world demands, one who can anticipate change, understand people deeply, and turn learning into a strategic advantage. With over 18 years of experience across three prominent business schools, Nadeira’s work is grounded in rigorous needs analysis, behavioural insight, and learning methodologies that are tested, human-centred, and strategically aligned. What sets her apart is her ability to connect foresight with practice.

In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, I sit down with Munya Chanetsa, one of the most respected voices in Africa’s music business. With a career that spans A&R, rights management, artist development and publishing across multiple African markets, Munya has played a significant role in shaping how talent, structure and ownership come together to build long-term careers.Our conversation looks beyond the spotlight and into the mechanics of sustainability in the music industry: what it truly takes for African artists to build careers that last, why ownership and rights literacy matter now more than ever, and how the continent can move from creative momentum to institutional strength. We also confront the rise of AI-generated music and the questions it raises for authenticity, innovation and the future of real talent.This episode is for anyone interested in the business behind African music, the evolution of creative power on the continent, and the frameworks required to build an industry that protects and grows its own.

In the next episode of #CWG, we’re joined by Wendy Myers, Head of Securities at @psg_wealth and a veteran of over two decades in South Africa’s investment industry. Wendy unpacks why young people should appreciate the value of compound interest; starting with a unit trust, building into ETFs and how this journey, anchored in long-term thinking, allows you to build legacy wealth without needing to start big.Thinking long term begins with one step. Start where you are.

Investing in disadvantaged communities is a conversation that needs more urgency, especially when it comes to building legacy wealth.In this episode, Fikile Shabangu Mbhokota, CEO of @satrix_sa (South Africa’s leading index-tracking and ETF provider, managing over R260 billion in assets) dives into ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) how they bundle baskets of assets, lower risk, and allow everyday people to begin investing with modest capital.Fikile emphasizes the importance of education: know the business you’re investing in, understand why you invest, and focus on long-term value. She also encourages listeners to just start, even small steps today can lead to generational wealth tomorrow.

In this upcoming episode, I sit down with Chris Vermaak, who leads partnerships and growth at Turlov Family Office Securities (TFOS) South Africa. We unpack what trading really means beyond the charts; from regulation and compliance to how global stock markets like the NYSE and NASDAQ shape opportunities here at home.Chris shares insights on the realities and risks of trading, who truly benefits, and why transparency matters for both institutional and everyday investors. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an SME, or just curious about how global finance touches our daily lives, this conversation opens up we can engage with global stock markets and position themselves to grow wealth through informed, transparent trading.

This week on Conversations with Gofaone, I’m joined by KC Rottok Chesaina, an award-winning Chartered Accountant (CA SA), former RSM audit partner, and JSE-accredited financial reporting advisor. KC is also a best-selling author and business speaker, founder of The African Professional magazine and the SA Professional Services Awards, and known for his titles Masters of Money and The CEO X Factor.In this conversation, recorded at the JSE - She Invests Summit, we explore what defines impactful leadership in Africa. KC shares insights on the traits that distinguish exceptional CEOs, the role of storytelling in elevating African professionals, and how finance and publishing intersect to shape the continent’s future leader.

Recorded live at the @johannesburg_stock_exchange – #SheInvests Summit, this special episode of Conversations with Gofaone features @bellz_motshwane an Attorney, Legal Entrepreneur, and Founder of Sister In Law, a platform dedicated to empowering women through legal literacy and access to justice.Too often, financial literacy is spoken of only in terms of budgets and investments, but the truth is, legal literacy is just as essential. From contracts to property rights, from marriage to estate planning, the law underpins every financial decision we make.Tebello shares why legal literacy is just as vital as financial literacy. She also provides practical strategies for making justice more accessible and offers practical steps for young professionals and women to protect their wealth and build a lasting legacy.