SayPro CEO, Neftaly Malatjie, has adopted several key mandates from his participation in the Motsepe Foundation’s Global Empowerment Women’s African Leaders (GEWAL) Summit, themed “Trading For Gender Equality.” The summit, which brought together influential leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers from across Africa, provided Malatjie with invaluable insights and strategies that will further strengthen SayPro’s commitment to advancing gender equality, women’s leadership, and economic empowerment.
One of the key mandates Malatjie has adopted from the summit is the promotion of women in leadership roles within SayPro and the wider business community. He recognizes that leadership representation is a critical factor in driving systemic change. Malatjie has pledged to continue and expand SayPro’s efforts to create more opportunities for women to take on leadership roles across the company. This includes offering mentorship programs, leadership training, and targeted professional development initiatives to help women advance in their careers.
Another important mandate Malatjie has embraced is fostering entrepreneurship among women. He was inspired by the summit’s discussions on the role of trade, commerce, and economic networks in empowering women entrepreneurs. Malatjie is committed to developing initiatives within SayPro that will provide women with the tools, resources, and opportunities to succeed as entrepreneurs. These initiatives will focus on creating an ecosystem where women are equipped with the skills and networks needed to thrive in business, particularly in sectors where they are underrepresented.
Malatjie also adopted the mandate to strengthen SayPro’s diversity and inclusion policies, ensuring that the company continues to foster an inclusive work environment that promotes gender equality at all levels. He recognizes that creating equitable workplaces requires not just hiring practices that prioritize diversity, but also ongoing support for employees, such as flexible working arrangements, equal pay for equal work, and clear pathways to career advancement for women.
Additionally, Malatjie committed to partnering with other organizations and stakeholders who share the mission of promoting gender equality and women’s economic empowerment. He sees collaboration as key to creating lasting, systemic change. Through strategic partnerships with businesses, NGOs, and governmental organizations, Malatjie aims to contribute to larger regional and global efforts that create more opportunities for women and break down barriers to their success in leadership and entrepreneurship.
Finally, Malatjie has emphasized the need for raising awareness and advocacy around gender equality in the workplace. He has committed to using his platform and SayPro’s influence to advocate for policies and practices that promote equality and challenge societal norms that hinder women’s progress. Malatjie will continue to engage in dialogues and initiatives aimed at creating a culture where gender equality is embedded in business strategies, community engagement, and public policies.
In reflecting on these mandates, Malatjie expressed his strong belief that systemic change is necessary to truly empower women and close the gender gap in leadership. He is determined to take actionable steps within SayPro to implement these mandates and contribute to a broader movement for gender equality across Africa and beyond. By adopting these mandates from the Motsepe Foundation’s GEWAL Summit, Malatjie is reaffirming his commitment to making gender equality a fundamental pillar of SayPro’s mission and vision for the future.
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