Women’s Imbizo at the Organic & Natural Expo Africa

Nonnie Kubeka – Executive Director, Gauteng Convention and Event Bureau, Gauteng Tourism Authority

Executive Director of the Gauteng Convention and Event Bureau, she has 25+ years in tourism and events, positioning Gauteng as Africa’s leading business destination. An award-winning leader, she opens the Women’s Imbizo.

Nicci Robertson – Founder, Re-Invent Health

Nicci Robertson is a clinical nutritionist, author of Mind, Body & Soul Food, and founder of Re-Invent Health. With more than 20 years of experience, she helps clients improve health and performance through evidence-based nutrition and stress management.

She is a frequent media commentator and is passionate about supporting women entrepreneurs. At the Women’s Imbizo, she will not only MC for the day, but will facilitate sessions on food, design, and the circular economy, as well as the SAB Foundation Brand Stories session.

Dr Jane Mackenzie – 365 Healthy By Choice

Dr Jane Mackenzie (DMTI, MBA, Med Board Cert Dip Quant Ther) has more than 40 years of experience in holistic and quantum medicine. She is the founder of 365 Healthy By Choice, offering health scans, therapies, and natural products, and developed the HIELO Quantum Well-Being Compass.

At the Women’s Imbizo, she will deliver the keynote “Rise to the Re-Awakening of the Feminine Being – The Time is Now” and host demonstrations and assessments at her Expo stand.

Linda Galvad – Founder, Sought After Seedlings

Linda Galvad, originally trained in criminal psychology, founded Sought After Seedlings to link gut health, mental well-being, and organic food. She has built a business that supplies heirloom seeds, designs gardens, and educates communities on food and nutrition.

She is a past Entrepreneur of the Year winner and a graduate of the GIBS 10,000 Women Programme. At the Women’s Imbizo she will present on gut health and organic vegetables.

Dr Mpho Roberta Masondo – CEO, African National Healers Association (ANHA)

Dr Mpho Masondo leads the African National Healers Association, advocating for the recognition of traditional medicine within South Africa’s health system. She works with the government and aligns with WHO guidelines to advance policy and training for healers.

Her academic work bridges indigenous knowledge and modern medicine. At the Women’s Imbizo, she will present on the economy of muti and the ecosystem of African traditional medicine.

Gary Jackson – Founder, Jacksons Real Food Market

Gary Jackson founded Jackson’s Real Food Market in 2014, growing it from a small corner shop into an award-winning brand, including the Best of Joburg Award in 2018. With more than 25 years in food retail, he has built Jackson’s into a trusted platform for organic, chemical-free food and for local farmers and producers.

His philosophy is to make nutrient-dense food the norm, not the niche. At the Women’s Imbizo, he will join a session on food design and the circular economy, sharing his experience in reshaping South Africa’s food retail sector.

Alan Rosenberg

Alan Rosenberg represents SAOSO, the South African Organic Sector Organisation. Passionate about advancing organics, he champions growth across the value chain. At the Women’s Imbizo, he presents The State of the Organic Industry in South Africa.

Lorraine Jenks – Founder, HotelStuff & GreenStuff

Lorraine Jenks is a sustainability leader and TEDx speaker with more than 30 years of experience. She began her career as Procurement Manager at Sun International Hotels, where she pioneered sustainable supply chains, before launching HotelStuff and GreenStuff, now leading platforms for eco-friendly products.

She has advised hundreds of organisations and been recognised as one of South Africa’s Climate Change Leaders. At the Women’s Imbizo, she will contribute to the session on food, design, and the circular economy.

Liz Letsoalo

Founder and CEO of Masodi Beauty, Liz champions inclusivity and accessibility in cosmetics. She represents bold entrepreneurship. Don’t miss Liz at the Women’s Imbizo as she joins in on the SAB panel discussion.

Aobakwe Lenkwe

Aobakwe Lenkwe is Project Office Management Associate at Scaled Impact, supporting programmes that drive social innovation and enterprise growth. Passionate about sustainable development, she joins the Women’s Imbizo to share insights on empowering African entrepreneurs.

Janine Ryan

Editor of Farmer’s Weekly, Janine is an experienced journalist with a strong background in agricultural reporting. She leads one of South Africa’s leading farming publications, driving conversations on rural development and the future of agriculture.

Dr Lindie von Maltitz

Agricultural economist, lecturer, and livestock farmer, Dr von Maltitz has 20+ years’ experience in sustainable food systems. She researches female farmer resilience and mentors future farmers. At the Imbizo, she joins the Farmer’s Weekly Panel.

Laurika du Bois

Director at Agri Skills Transfer, Laurika brings 30+ years in education, non-profit and corporate sectors. A Chartered PR Practitioner, she drives agricultural skills development. At the Imbizo, she shares insights on mentorship and communication.

Dr Ethel Zulu

Nutritionist, farmer and entrepreneur, Dr Zulu leads Bee Tree Farm and Hope Nutrition Consultants. With a PhD in Nutrition, she empowers communities through food security and wellness. At the Imbizo, she joins the Farmer’s Weekly Panel.