Lean In Southern Africa Leaders

25/08/2026

G-SEL IMPACT PERSON OF THE WEEK | CELEBRATING PAT VAN DE
LOOSDRECHT

This week, G-SEL Network proudly recognises Pat Van De Loosdrecht, MBA Cert. Dir. for her contribution to energy leadership, sustainability, women's empowerment, and the development of a more inclusive energy sector.

With decades of experience across the energy and petrochemical industry, Pat's work reflects the importance of strong leadership, knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and creating opportunities for women to thrive in the energy sector.

Her journey reminds us that meaningful impact is not only about the systems we build, but also about the people we empower to shape them.

Today, we are especially pleased to celebrate Pat on her birthday.
From all of us at G-SEL Network, Happy Birthday, Pat!
May the year ahead bring continued importunities to inspirth, ven more people across Africa's energy landscape.

Thank you for leading, empowering, and making an impact.

25/08/2026

Happy Birthday Pat van de Loosdrecht, MBA Cert. Dir.! 🎉

Today we celebrate you, Founder of Lean In Southern Africa Leaders

We celebrate the incredible impact you continue to make in the lives of women across our region and beyond.

Your dedication and love for uplifting and supporting women is truly admirable. You lead with heart, purpose, and courage, and you inspire so many people to show up, step up, and lift each other as we climb.

May this new year bring you joy, good health, and even more opportunities to shine.

Thank you for all that you do.

Wishing you a beautiful birthday filled with love and celebration. 🌱

Asanda Xawuka (MBA Cum Laude) Angel Modutwane, MSc Engineering, MBA Hulisani Mabe Tasnika Goorhoo Regina Naicker (FCILT) Yvonne (C) Shumba Lerato Rampana Adv. Anastasia Mashobane M.Inst.D Yara Póvoa Nomathemba Ndlovu Victoria Sibeya Lesego Tshivhula Phelisa Nkomo Kamryn Smith Yolanda Mabuto 🇿🇦 Pat van de Loosdrecht, MBA Cert. Dir.

Lean In Southern Africa Leaders
Yara PóvoaTasnika GoorhooPat Van De LoosdrechtYolanda MabutoDevaksha MaharajIpeleng LechutiKamryn SmithEllen MaBanda SheziLean InKim-lee OosthuizenSamantha Graham-MaréLauncHer Engineers’ HubSwarley PhindaStella Nova

21/08/2026

🌱 Executive Insight

Leadership Is a Responsibility, Not a Reward

Leadership brings opportunity.
It also brings accountability.
Every decision shapes culture.
Every conversation influences trust.
Every action becomes an example.
The privilege of leadership is not found in authority.
It is found in the responsibility to leave people, organisations and communities stronger than we found them.
That is leadership worthy of being remembered.



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Pat Van De LoosdrechtYara PóvoaTasnika GoorhooYolanda MabutoDevaksha MaharajIpeleng LechutiKamryn SmithEllen MaBanda SheziKim-lee Oosthuizen

20/08/2026

🌱 Executive Insight

Leadership Is a Responsibility, Not a Reward

Leadership brings opportunity.
It also brings accountability.
Every decision shapes culture.
Every conversation influences trust.
Every action becomes an example.
The privilege of leadership is not found in authority.
It is found in the responsibility to leave people, organisations and communities stronger than we found them.
That is leadership worthy of being remembered.



Lean In Southern Africa Leaders
Ellen MaBanda Shezi
Yara PóvoaTasnika GoorhooYolanda MabutoPat Van De LoosdrechtIpeleng LechutiDevaksha MaharajKamryn SmithLean In

19/08/2026

Lean In Southern Africa Leaders is incredibly proud to partner with Womandla Foundation on the upcoming STEAM awards and be the Official Sponsor of the Advocacy in STEAM category.

It is such collaboration and partnerships that champion leadership, equity and the kind that turns individual ambition to collective progress and impact.



Pat Van De Loosdrecht
Yolanda Mabuto
Yara Póvoa
Tasnika Goorhoo
Devaksha Maharaj
Ellen MaBanda Shezi
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We're proud to introduce Lean In Southern Africa Leaders as the Official Sponsor of our Advocacy in STEAM category! 💜

Lean In Network builds circles of women who lift each other up — championing leadership, equity, and the kind of advocacy that turns individual ambition into collective progress. Their partnership honours exactly what this category stands for: women who don't just excel in STEAM, but fight to make room for others to do the same.

Because advocacy isn't just a category tonight — it's the thread running through every story we're celebrating.

📅 27 August 2026 | 🕕 18:00 | 📍 Avianto – Wedding, Conference & Event Venue

19/08/2026

🌱 Leadership Lens

The Strongest Leaders Create More Leaders

There is an important difference between building followers and developing leaders.

Followers depend on us.
Leaders multiply impact.

When we share knowledge, create opportunities and encourage others to step forward, leadership becomes sustainable.

Our greatest achievement will never be what we accomplish alone.

It will be the leaders who emerge because we invested in them.

Leadership Lens: Leadership reaches its highest purpose when success becomes shared.



Lean In Southern Africa Leaders
Ellen MaBanda Shezi
Samantha Graham-Maré
Pat Van De LoosdrechtYara PóvoaTasnika GoorhooYolanda MabutoDevaksha MaharajIpeleng LechutiKamryn SmithLean InLauncHer Engineers’ Hub

17/08/2026

Well done to our Director Yolanda Mabuto 🇿🇦 who will be speaking at the Women In Tech 2026 on 25 August in Rosebank , Johannesburg.

📅 Tuesday, 25 August 2026
🕐 08:00 – 13:00
📍 WeWork Rosebank, 173 Oxford Rd, Rosebank, Johannesburg

🔗 Register here — spaces are limited:
https://lnkd.in/e-rhwuM5

Lean In Southern Africa Leaders
Pat Van De Loosdrecht
Yara Póvoa
Tasnika Goorhoo
Devaksha Maharaj
Kamryn Smith
Ipeleng Lechuti
Ellen MaBanda Shezi

17/08/2026

🌱 Leadership Mindset

Confidence Is Built Through Action

Confidence doesn't arrive before the opportunity.
It grows because we accept the opportunity.
Every presentation delivered.
Every difficult conversation held.
Every challenge embraced.
Every lesson learned.
Leadership confidence is built through consistent action—not perfect conditions.
This week, take one step that your future self will thank you for.
Progress always begins with action.



Lean In Southern Africa Leaders
Pat Van De Loosdrecht
Yara Póvoa
Yolanda Mabuto
Tasnika Goorhoo
Devaksha Maharaj
Ipeleng Lechuti
Kamryn Smith
Ellen MaBanda Shezi
Lean InAnnelize Ziehl-OwensKim-lee Oosthuizen

16/08/2026

🌱 Reflection & Renewal

Growth Requires Honest Reflection

Pause before the week begins.
Ask yourself:
• Where did I lead with courage?
• Where did I hold back?
• Which conversation strengthened a relationship?
• Which lesson will I carry into next week?
Reflection isn't looking backwards.
It's preparing to move forwards with greater wisdom.



Lean In Southern Africa Leaders
Pat Van De LoosdrechtYara PóvoaTasnika GoorhooYolanda MabutoDevaksha MaharajIpeleng LechutiKamryn SmithEllen MaBanda SheziLean InLauncHer Engineers’ Hub@

15/08/2026

🌱Sustainable Leadership

Your Energy Is a Leadership Asset

Many leaders carefully manage budgets.
Projects.
Performance.

Yet overlook the one resource that influences them all:

Their energy.

Your presence, patience and perspective are directly connected to how well you care for yourself.

Sustainable leadership isn't about doing more.

It's about leading well for the long term.

Protect your energy.

The people who depend on your leadership deserve the very best of you.



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Ellen MaBanda SheziYolanda MabutoYara PóvoaTasnika GoorhooDevaksha MaharajIpeleng LechutiKamryn SmithOrene Maphosa MnguniPat Van De LoosdrechtLean InLauncHer Engineers’ Hub