Equip and Elevate
Equip and Elevate podcast is a place for women to cultivate the courage to own their purpose, own their journeys and own their success. The show is hosted by Ayanda Vana and in each episode she will be bringing you conversation with some dynamic and bold women. The goal is that through these inspired conversations, you will gain a new perspective and tools to thrive in your personal journeys, businesses and careers. Most importantly, to live a life of purpose and passion. The Podcast will cater for all women from young female leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals and creatives. The topics will range from navigating our personal journeys, building our careers as well as living a life of purpose and passion.If you are ready to learn and grow, hit that follow button and get ready for the conversations.
Episodes
40 episodes
Achieving Financial Freedom at 26: Keletso Journey of Empowerment
Join us on "Equip and Elevate" for an enlightening conversation with Keletso Precious Tlhoaele, a mother, wife, and pioneering trader who achieved financial independence by the age of 26 and cultivating multiple streams of income. In this episo...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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41:25
Kabelo Mohale on Trusting God Through Seasons of Change and Purpose
This episode is brought to you by Octa |In today's enlightening episode, we sat down with my friend Kabelo Mohale, social & digital entrepreneur, a mother, wife, and founder of BE’LOVED, a movement dedicated to empowering women to reclaim t...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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56:25
Ncebakazi Msomi on Purpose, Faith and Identity
Join us in this profoundly moving episode of our podcast as we sit down with Ncebakazi Msomi,a celebrated member of Joyous Celebration and performer of hits like "Wachithigazi", "Mbongeni medley" and "We Bangcwele." Ncebakzi's beautiful insight...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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1:22:31
Embracing Rebirth & Releasing the Things That Hold You Back with Ayanda Vana
In today's episode, we delve into the Navigating Lessons with Ayanda segment, an integral part of our Personal Growth series within the framework of the 4 pillars at Equip and Elevate. While our focus is primarily on careers and businesses, we ...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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24:20
Driving Revenue: Sales Strategies & Growing your business with Michelle Lima | EquipHER Elevation
Join us for an inspiring episode as we delve into the world of sales and entrepreneurship with Michelle Lima, the dynamic founder and CEO of Resonate Communications (Pty) Ltd. Michelle has built an extraordinary career centered around empowerin...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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49:03
Founder of The Lazy Makoti: Mogau Seshoene's Recipe for Success — From Passion to Powerhouse Business
In this enthralling episode of our podcast, we delve into the captivating world of Mogau Seshoene, the founder of The Lazy Makoti, a movement that has redefined the landscape of modern African cuisine. Mogau's story is one of passion, dedicatio...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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50:13
Mastering LinkedIn Success, Refining Your Personal Brand, and Pivoting with Zinhle Novazi | EquipHER Elevation
Join us for an empowering episode of Equip & Elevate's latest segment, "EquipHER Elevation," featuring Zinhle Novazi, a dynamic leader with an impressive following of 25,000 people on LinkedIn. In this episode, Zinhle shares expert strategi...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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39:06
The Power of Resilience, Perseverance, and Grace on Regomoditswe Khoele's journey on on becoming a commercial pilot
Join us on today's episode as we delve into the inspiring journey of Regomoditswe Isis Khoele, also popularly known as her Instagram name, alongside her husband, Regodise. She's a remarkable woman who defied the odds to become a commercial pilo...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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39:23
Break Free from Imposter Syndrome, Soar with Confidence in your career: The Ayanda Way - Navigating Lessons
Don't miss out on the newest episode of "Equip and Elevate" featuring Ayanda (creator of Equip and Elevate) which will form part of our new segment navigating lessons with Ayanda, where she offers her insights on overcoming Imposter Syndrome an...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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15:55
Candice Modiselle (Storyteller, producer & host): A Candid Conversation about her career journey, purpose, identity, and overcoming hurdles
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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51:56
Dr Katlego Lekalakala on her journey in medicine and entrepreneurship, finding Contentment and Valuable Lessons
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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58:16
Nozipho Tshabalala the Renowned Conversation Strategist Facilitating Discussions for the World Bank, Obama Foundation and more
In today's episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with the renowned Conversation Strategist, Nozipho Tshabalala. Join us as she takes us on a deep dive into her incredible journey, sharing insights into her career progression, the highs...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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53:49
Adulting 101: Navigating Self-Forgiveness, Healing, and Letting Go with Lebo Mehlomakhulu"
For the season premiere, we opted for a unique approach by reintroducing the beloved segment “Adulting 101: Navigating the Challenges of Being a Young Adult,” featuring my dear friend Lebo Mehlomakhulu. In this episode, we delved into our perso...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:00:56
Bonus Episode: Empowerment Amplified: Fueling Potential with the Motsepe Foundation (Hlompho Kekana (former Bafana Bafana & Mamelodi Sundowns captain)
This week we continue with a special edition in partnership with the Motsepe Foundation for the IO Expo 2023. We continue our conversation with some remarkable guests including Hlompho Kekana (former Bafana Bafana & Mamelodi Sundowns captai...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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47:47
Bonus Episode: Nomzamo Mbatha, Cedrick Diphoko(Managing Director of Bathu Shoes) & others share journeys, lessons & youth expo in Partnership with Mostepe Foundation
Bonus Episode: Empowering the Next Generation with the Motsepe FoundationIn this special partnership with the Motsepe Foundation for the IO Expo 2023, we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with some extraordinary guests, includi...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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44:44
Sinovuyo Mondliwa (Content Creator and Founder of Love Kinks) on the process of building and scaling Love Kinks
In the season 2 finale, we had an amazing conversation with Sinovuyo Mondliwa, content creator and founder of Love Kinks. I absolutely loved Sino’s honesty in the lessons she has learned in building and scaling “Love Kinks”. The conversation wa...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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55:58
Starting a conversation with yourself about mental health with Lwanele Khasu (Clinical Psychologist)
Today on the Equip & Elevate Podcast, we are chatting to Lwanele Khasu, a clinical Psychologist about starting a conversation about mental health with yourself. Lwanele is the Founder & Director of Oasis Mental Wellness Hub and Mental h...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:04:20
Zulaikha Patel (activist, author & speaker) “Prioritising your mental health while championing social change”
Today on the Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Zulaikha Patel regarding “prioritising your mental health while championing social change”. Zulaikha is anti-racism activist, best-selling author & international speaker. She beca...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:02:16
“Adulting 101: A guide to surviving being a young adult” with Lebo Mehlomakhulu
For the next 3 episodes, I’ve partnered with Solal and together we’ll be bringing you conversations that cover themes around mental health through the month of October. For today’s episode, I sit down with my friend, Lebo Mehlomakhulu and we sp...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:09:22
Nomazibulo Tshanga (CEO of Ziyana Business Consulting and Training) on building a business from ground zero
Today on the Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Nomazibulo Tshanga, the CEO of Ziyana Business Consulting and Training about building and scaling your business. Noma takes us through her upbringing, corporate journey and her journe...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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43:51
Liziwe Ntshweza-Freemantle (Economist and Corporate Strategist) on navigating corporate as a young black professional and tips to build your career in corporate.
Today, on Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Liziwe Ntshweza-Freemantle on navigating corporate as a young black professional and tips to build your career in corporate. Liziwe is an economist with research interest in inclusive an...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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54:51
Build your future, Be smart about Money with Gladness Rupare ( Investment specialist) & Nomsa Ngwenya (Client Relationship Manager)
During Money Smart Week South Africa, we will be chatting to Gladness Rupare ( Investment specialist) & Nomsa Ngwenya (Client Relationship Manager) about Build your future, Be smart about Money. MSWSA is a financial literacy campaign aimed ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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48:56
Zoe Msutwana (Public Relations & Brand Management specialist and Content Creator) on on upbringing, career journey and public relations
Today, on Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Zoe Msutwana about her upbringing, career journey and Public Relations tips for SMMEs. Zoe Msutwana is currently a Head of Strategy at a boutique PR Agency with over 10 years experience,...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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51:31
HLE (Hlengiwe Ntombela) on her journey and diversifying her career portfolio.
Today, on Equip & Elevate Podcast we got to chat with Hlengiwe Ntombela (better known as HLE) about her upbringing, her career journey and diversifying her career portfolio. HLE, is a gospel singer, songwriter, host of VIP Invite and owner ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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44:02
Pamela Mtanga (Award-winning Multimedia entrepreneur) on her upbringing, Purpose & building her career with an authentic edge
On the Season 2 premiere of the Equip & Elevate Podcast, I had a beautiful conversation about her upbringing, purpose and building a career with an authentic edge with Pamela Mtanga, an award-winning Multimedia Entrepreneur and Brand Influe...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:09:52