JOB SHADOWING 2025 (Group 1)
Our mentees Thato abutla & Portia Majola had the opportunity to job shadow guest mentor Nthabiseng Motsie this week! Nthabiseng is an attorney and mediator, specialising in Commercial litigation, family law and divorce mediation. She is currently an associate attorney at Khampha Attorneys Incorporated. Thank you so much Nthabiseng for collaborating with us on this […]
JOB SHADOWING
Last year we introduced the job shadowing initiative as part of our mentorship programme, in collaboration with guest mentor Lihle Shabalala, and the feedback from our mentees was amazing! so I decided to bring this initiative back this year in collaboration with various legal professionals as guest mentors. I’m so excited and I know that […]
THE FIRST FEMALE LAWYER IN SOUTH AFRICA
2025 marks 102 years of white women being allowed into the legal profession. This milestone is exclusively for white women. The status of black women remained unchanged, with South Africa only seeing its first black female lawyer in 1967. This serves as a powerful reminder that, while we celebrate progress, it’s essential to acknowledge the […]
FORBES WOMAN AFRICA: LEADING WOMEN SUMMIT & AWARDS 2025
On Tuesday, I had the privilege of attending the 10th edition of Forbes Woman Africa’s Leading Women Summit #LWS2025, a powerful celebration of the resilience, leadership, and influence of women shaping Africa’s future. One of the standout moments for me was the panel discussion on Why Conscious Leadership Matters: Building Trust, Transparency, and Self-Awareness. Lady-Leelai […]
MENTOR VS SPONSOR
The difference between a Mentor vs Sponsor Mentorship is often more advice-driven, while Sponsorship is more action-driven. ⭐ Do you have a mentor or a sponsor?⭐Tell us about your mentorship/sponsorship experience below 😊
FWIL MENTORSHIP 2025 (1)
On Saturday we had our intro session with our first Intake of Mentees for 2025, joined by guest mentor, Nqobile Mbatha. 😊 2025 marks year 4 of the For Women in Law Mentorship Program ❤ 4 incredible years of passing the baton and sharing the wisdom. I’m passionate about mentorship because I’ve been blessed with […]
SKILLS EVERY YOUNG LAWYER SHOULD LEARN
Success in the legal profession requires a combination of technical expertise and soft skills.For lawyers navigating a competitive field, honing these five key skills can make a significant difference.
CRESTA AFRICA – 30 AFRICA’S LEADING WOMEN
I am extremely honoured to be recognized by Cresta Africa as one of 30 Africa’s Leading Women. This acknowledgment is a testament to the work I am deeply passionate about, which is amplifying the voices of women in law, advocating for their visibility, and creating opportunities for mentorship and career growth. When I founded For Women in […]
MYTHS VS REALITY
Not all lawyers spend their days in court, and not every case is a dramatic showdown. The law isn’t always what it seems from TV or movies.
MENTORSHIP
MENTORSHIP Mentorship is a two-way relationship that thrives on mutual commitment, effort, and respect. Unlike a one-sided transaction where only one person gives and the other receives, effective mentorship requires active participation from both mentor and mentee to create a meaningful and impactful experience. These are just a few examples of a mentor and mentee […]