Elevate Procurement Dialogues - with Lerato

In this episode, I sit down with Refilwe Sebothoma to unpack her journey of building multiple businesses as a female entrepreneur and what it has taken to lead with vision, resilience, and purpose.As a Bold Woman Award winner by Veuve Clicquot, Refilwe shares insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, business growth, and the realities of building from the ground up. This is a powerful conversation about ambition, navigating challenges, creating impact, and staying bold in business.If you are an entrepreneur, business leader, or woman building something meaningful, this episode will leave you inspired and challenged to think bigger.In this episode, we explore: Building multiple businesses  The realities of female entrepreneurship  Leadership, resilience, and vision  Lessons from growth and setbacks  What it means to build boldly and with purpose Tune in for an inspiring conversation with a woman who continues to build, lead, and make an impact.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) programmes are designed to unlock opportunities for SMEs, yet many businesses still struggle to transition from participation to sustainable growth.In this episode, we sit down with Keegan Moodley; Founder & CEO of GROW-Impact to unpack the realities of supplier development, business readiness, and the mindset required for SMEs to scale successfully.Keegan shares valuable insights from working closely with businesses and development programmes, highlighting where many entrepreneurs go wrong and what it really takes to position a business for growth.The discussion explores: • Why many SMEs fail to maximise ESD opportunities • The gap between funding and true business readiness • What corporates actually look for in emerging suppliers • Practical ways entrepreneurs can strengthen their businesses for long-term sustainabilityThis episode is essential listening for entrepreneurs, development practitioners, and anyone interested in the future of SME growth and supplier development in South AfricaFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In this episode, we speak with Tshimega, founder of Masa Aqua, a growing water business focused on delivering quality products while creating employment opportunities for young people.Tshimega shares his entrepreneurial journey, from the early idea to building a business that now contributes to local economic development.We discuss:The realities of starting and growing a businessNavigating challenges as a young entrepreneurThe importance of resilience, community support, and visioFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In this episode of Procurement Dialogues, we sit down with Vincent Ndlovu, founder of Rubus Technology, a company focused on delivering innovative technology solutions in South Africa.Vincent shares his entrepreneurial journey — from identifying opportunities in the digital economy to building a technology-driven business that aims to solve real problems for clients. We explore the realities of starting and scaling a tech venture, the importance of adaptability in a rapidly evolving industry, and how entrepreneurs can position themselves to take advantage of emerging opportunities.This conversation highlights the mindset required to build sustainable businesses in competitive sectors, as well as the importance of resilience, learning, and strategic thinking.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In this episode, I sit with Xoli Moagi, Founder of NMG Women in Mining, a powerhouse voice reshaping what women’s leadership looks like in South Africa’s mining sector.I this episode is deep, brave, and incredibly relevant for women in business, suppliers in mining, and young entrepreneurs looking for inspiration with substance.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

n this episode, I sit down with TJ Malamule, CEO of TTI Group, to unpack what it really takes to build a lasting business from the ground up. From growing up in poverty to training over 7,000 learners through his skills development programmes, TJ shares the real, raw truth about entrepreneurship and why he believes it’s “for crazy people.”We talk about: • The courage to start with nothing and still show up • Lessons from building a people-first enterprise • How skills development fuels transformation and sustainability • Balancing compliance, purpose, and leadership in businessThis is not just motivation, it’s a masterclass in grit, faith, and long-term thinking for anyone building a business that matters.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In this episode, I sit down with Kabelo Moutloatse, a tax and compliance expert who helps entrepreneurs and SMEs stay financially disciplined, tax-ready and fit for procurement opportunities.We unpack practical lessons every business owner needs to hear, from tax mistakes that quietly destroy businesses to the compliance blind-spots that can cost you contracts, credibility and investor confidence.Kabelo breaks down: The biggest tax errors SMEs make VAT, PAYE & SARS compliance (simplified) Why good businesses still get disqualified in tenders How poor record-keeping kills growth and funding chances Practical systems entrepreneurs can use to stay compliantThis episode will help you protect your business, scale with confidence, and stay on the right side of finance and law.🎙 Hosted by Lerato Sebata Founder | Procurement Expert | Business CoachFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In this episode, I sit down with Teboho Nthoana, a property entrepreneur whose journey proves that success doesn’t need a perfect start, just courage, strategy, and hard lessons learned along the way.From dropping out of high school to building a multi-million-rand property business, Teboho opens up about the challenges that nearly broke him and the mindset shifts that helped him rebuild stronger.We talk about:Entering the property game with no formal backgroundThe business mistakes that cost him, and what he learned from themThe importance of compliance, pricing right, and building structureHow to restart, rebuild, and scale with intentionIt’s a real, no-fluff conversation about the price of growth and the power of resilience.🎧 Hosted by Lerato Sebata Follow for more honest conversations with entrepreneurs who are rewriting the rules of business and success.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In this episode, I sat down with Velly Bosega, founder of SME South Africa and other businesses, who shared one of the most honest and practical conversations about entrepreneurship I’ve had yet. He spoke openly about building a 6-figure business, losing it all, scaling down, and finding the courage to restart. More than just inspiration, this episode is full of hard business lessons that every entrepreneur needs to hear.We unpack:Why early success can sometimes blind youThe pitfalls of scaling too fast without structureLessons from losing it all — and how to bounce back strongerFunding and compliance mistakes that SMEs keep makingThe mindset shift needed to build sustainable businessesIf you’re building, failing, restarting, or somewhere in between — this episode will give you perspective and the tools to keep moving forward.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In this episode, I sit down with Atlehang Ramathesele, a powerhouse whose journey is marked by courage, resilience, and a realness that many of us can relate to. She opens up about the highs that fueled her passion, and the lows that tested her resolve—reminding us that growth isn’t a straight line, but a mix of lessons, setbacks, and breakthroughs.Her story isn’t just about inspiration—it’s about practical wisdom: how to show up even when life feels heavy, how to embrace vulnerability as strength, and how to keep moving forward when the road gets uncertain.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

This one is special. Nomfezeko’s story moved me deeply. After submitting over 500 tenders with no luck, she finally had her breakthrough moment, her first win. Imagine that level of perseverance, courage, and tenacity.She lost everything, but she didn’t give up. Her journey is a powerful reminder that your breakthrough might just be one “yes” away.🎙 Hosted by yours truly, Lerato Sebata Don’t forget to subscribe and share with someone who needs hope today.Follow me on Instagram:   / lerato_procurement_genius  Email: [email protected] Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Meet Annah Magoza, founder of Mamoja Trading, a woman making bold moves in the mining transport sector. From her early hustle to building a platinum concentrate transport business, she shares real lessons on pricing mistakes, contract wins, and breaking into a male-dominated space.🎙️ Hosted by: Lerato Sebata 📧 Want to be part of the show? Email us at [email protected] me: Instagram: @lerato_sebata TikTok: @leratosebata YouTube: Lerato SebataLike, Share & Subscribe to hear more real stories from entrepreneurs!#WomenInMining #BusinessTalk #ProcurementDialogues #Entrepreneurship #MamojaTradingFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Thandy Pino, a seasoned Bid Evaluation Expert, to unpack what truly happens behind closed doors when tenders are assessed. From the most common mistakes that lead to disqualification, to what evaluators actually look for in your documentation, Thandi shares powerful insights to help you position your business for success.Whether you're an SME navigating the tender maze or a corporate player aiming to sharpen your submission game, this conversation is packed with must-know strategies and practical advice.What you’ll learn:How bid committees think and workRed flags that trigger automatic disqualificationTips to create compelling and compliant tender submissionsThe difference between being responsive vs. competitive🔗 Resources & Connect:🎥 Watch more on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lerato_procurement_genius📲 Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/lerato_procurement_genius🎵 TikTok for tender tips: https://tiktok.com/@lerato_sebata🌐 Website: www.roigroup.co.zaFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Discover practical tips and strategies for digital marketing, brand management, and fostering youth entrepreneurship with Pat Mahlangu on our latest podcast episode. Gain actionable advice from Pat's extensive experience in the marketing industry and how Youth businesses can pivot in their respective areas.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Join us for an insightful discussion with Noluthando Ngqandu on women in leadership roles, including overcoming challenges like imposter syndrome. Discover the essence of strategic procurement leadership and gain practical advice on navigating workplace obstacles effectivelyFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Join us in this episode as we dive into the world of Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) with Litha Kutta, a seasoned expert and award-winning business leader. With over 20 years of experience, Litha debunks common ESD myths, explores its real impact, and shares actionable tips for implementing a successful ESD program. Learn how to integrate black SMMEs into your supply chain and develop innovative ESD support initiatives. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights from one of the industry's most respected thought leadersFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Join us in Episode 6 as we sit down with Jostina Molaiwa, a visionary in the procurement field. Discover how procurement drives business value, fosters transformation, and empowers entrepreneurs, especially women. Jostina shares her expert insights and practical strategies to help you leverage procurement for greater success. Don't miss this inspiring conversation on unlocking the potential of procurement in your businessFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Tune in to this special episode as Themba Lengoasa delves into the intricate procurement challenges confronting Lesotho, particularly its reliance on South African suppliers. Gain deeper insights into the complexities impacting procurement within Lesotho and how these dynamics influence its economy. Join the conversation, share your thoughts, and perhaps unearth innovative ideas for budding entrepreneurs. Connect with Lerato Sebata_Procurement Genius across all social media platforms for more enriching discussions.For business inquiries, reach out via email at [email protected] or WhatsApp at +27 78 027-9921.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

 Is the key to solving South Africa's energy crisis hidden in strategic procurement? This gripping episode, 'Flipping the Switch,' dives deep with Mediacy Mudekwa from Vuka Group, exploring innovative Procurement Solutions to one of the nation's most pressing issues.From leveraging renewable resources to engaging stakeholders in meaningful ways, this conversation shines a light on the pivotal role procurement plays in energizing South Africa's future. Tune in to uncover the potential of strategic decisions in powering progress and inspiring change across the energy sector. 🔌Leave a like and share this audio with others:-) Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

In today's episode we sit down with Debbie Tagg, COO of Commerce Edge, we dissect the crucial role of networking and collaboration in procurement success. With Debbie's extensive experience and pragmatic insights, we'll uncover actionable strategies to elevate your procurement game. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this episode offers practical advice to navigate the complexities of procurement with confidence. Tune in leave a like or share with others.Follow us on all social media platforms: Lerato SebataYoutube link:https://youtu.be/jlLvqn3i6IgFollow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Join us for a candid exploration of procurement realities with Duma, Head of Old Mutual Insure. In this insightful episode, Duma shares practical strategies, debunks common myths, and offers valuable insights drawn from his extensive experience. From dispelling misconceptions to outlining actionable steps for success, this conversation is a must-listen for procurement professionals seeking practical wisdom and strategic guidanceJoin us for an enlightening conversation that promises to inspire change and elevate your approach to procurement.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Kamogelo Mampane, a procurement leader dedicated to empowering the next generation. With over 20 years of experience, Kamogelo shares valuable insights into the evolving landscape of procurement and the importance of Pan-African Supply Chain Council in driving industry excellence. Discover how Kamogelo's passion for procurement extends beyond corporate boundaries, influencing positive change in the industry. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives and inspiration for your procurement journey.Follow Lerato Sebata:Stay connected with Lerato Sebata on all social media platforms:LinkedIn: Lerato SebataYouTube: Lerato Sebata on YouTubeInstagram: @lerato_procurement_geniusThank you for tuning in to ' Procurement Dialogues with Lerato.' Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favourite podcast platform. We appreciate your support