Vumile Msweli

Vumile Msweli (born 14 May 1986) is a South African entrepreneur, executive coach, columnist, author of the Career Accelerator Journal, and philanthropist. She is the founder of the Hesed Africa Foundation. Msweli has built a career in human capital, telecommunications, and financial services. She is the founder and CEO of Hesed Consulting, a Pan-African human capital consultancy, and the Hesed Africa Foundation, which focuses on career development, education, and women's empowerment. Msweli is a frequent speaker at major platforms, including TEDx and the African Union, and has been featured in various media outlets across Africa.Trusted Magazine. (2023, July 20). Q&A with Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from Trusted Magazine
===Early Life and Education===
Msweli holds several academic qualifications. She earned a Doctorate in Education Management and Leadership from the European International University (2024),Monarch Business School Switzerland. (2023, May 1). Vumile Msweli - Monarch Business School Switzerland. Retrieved from Monarch Business School an Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration from Myles Leadership University (2024),Unique Speaker Bureau. (2024, April 30). Dr Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from Unique Speaker Bureau and an MBA from the University of London (2013).Business Elites Africa. (2023, October 16). Vumile Msweli: A journey of breaking barriers and dreaming big. Retrieved from Business Elites Africa Her education also includes executive programs at the Gordon Institute of Business Science and Harvard University, alongside certifications in life coaching and neuro-linguistic programming.Her Network. (2024). Vumile Msweli: Building A Career Through Strategy. Retrieved from Her Network
===Career===
Msweli's career spans various leadership roles, primarily focusing on human capital strategy, operational management, and customer service execution. She has held positions at First National Bank, Vodafone, Barclays, and Investec.The Nation Newspaper. (2022, September 24). Vumile Msweli: Love for culture took me to 60 countries. People and Politics. Retrieved from The Nation Online She founded Hesed Consulting in 2012, which provides human capital solutions across Africa and beyond, and the Hesed Africa Foundation in 2017 to promote leadership training and women’s empowerment.Editorial Team. (2022, March 8). Vumile Msweli on breaking the bias. Retrieved from Business Africa Online
===Awards and Recognition===
Msweli has been recognized with multiple awards, including:
* 50 Under 50 Middle East and Africa (2024) – UN Women AwardsUN Women. (2024). 50 Under 50 Awards. Retrieved from UN Women
* Most Impactful Human Resources Expert (2023) – Acquisition International Business Women AwardsAcquisition International Business Women Awards. (2023). Most Impactful Human Resources Expert. Retrieved from Acquisition International
* Africa’s 40 Under 40 Business Icons (2023) – Business Elites AfricaBusiness Elites Africa. (2023). Africa’s 40 Under 40 Business Icons. Retrieved from Business Elites Africa
===Media Presence and Public Speaking===
Msweli regularly contributes to media platforms such as SAFM and Kaya FM and has been featured in publications like The Guardian Nigeria and True Love Magazine.The Guardian Nigeria. (2022, June 10). Vumile Msweli: ‘We have to break the glass cliff barrier for women’. Retrieved from The Guardian Nigeria She speaks at international forums, including the African Union and Women’s Economic Forum.Women’s Economic Forum. (2019, September 27). Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from WEF Her talks often focus on leadership, women’s empowerment, and breaking gender biases in the workplace.Business Insider Africa. (2022, August 5). The Voice of Women in Leadership: Insights from Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from Business Insider Africa
===Philanthropy===
Through the Hesed Africa Foundation, Msweli leads efforts to empower African youth and women. The Foundation organizes key initiatives like the Africa Career Summit and Expo, facilitating career opportunities across the continent.Carob Magazine Africa. (n.d.). JUNE COVER. Retrieved from Carob Magazine Africa Initiatives also focus on mentorship programs and workshops aimed at equipping women with essential skills for professional success.Youth Village. (2023, September 15). Empowering Women: Initiatives by the Hesed Africa Foundation. Retrieved from Youth Village
===Non-Executive Roles===
Msweli holds non-executive director roles at organizations such as the South Africa Strategy Association and Diabetes South Africa. She is also a member of the Forbes Women Council and serves as the chairperson for the Youth Pillar at the Institute of People Management.Her Network. (n.d.). Vumile Msweli: Career success for me is driven by two things: having the right strategy and having the right team. Retrieved from Her Network Her involvement in these organizations emphasizes her commitment to youth development and empowerment.Forbes Women Council. (2022). Members Spotlight: Vumile Msweli. Retrieved from Forbes
===Personal Life===
Msweli is passionate about culture and travel, having visited over 60 countries. She advocates for global citizenship and cultural understanding as essential elements of effective leadership.The Nation Newspaper. (2022, September 24). Vumile Msweli: Love for culture took me to 60 countries. People and Politics. Retrieved from The Nation Online She often shares insights from her travels and experiences in her public speaking engagements and writings.
===See also===
* Women in business
* Leadership development
* Coaching
* Human capital management
===Bibliography===
* Msweli, Vumile. Career Accelerator Journal. (Published 2022).
Category:1986 births
Category:Entrepreneurs
Category:South African people
Category:Coaching
Category:Columnists