Dr Lisa Otto (30)

Dr Lisa Otto (30)

Working on under-explored issues critical to domestic and global agendas is just part of a normal working day for Dr Lisa Otto. Just 30 and with a doctorate in political studies, Otto is a senior researcher and lecturer of maritime security. With a special interest in...
Thabo Ngilande (33)

Thabo Ngilande (33)

Thabo Ngilande is only 33 years old, but he already has numerous degrees to his name. A practising lawyer as the general counsel for a multinational science company, he has degrees in chemistry, law and environmental sciences and is currently studying his PhD in...
Sentebale Makara (32)

Sentebale Makara (32)

Sentebale Makara is an impressive young lawyer with a sterling reputation and career. He started his career at Webber Wentzel as a candidate attorney in 2012 and has, since then, been promoted to senior associate, advocated landmark cases that have developed South...
Sasha Stevenson (34)

Sasha Stevenson (34)

Sasha Stevenson is a young human rights lawyer who works under incredible pressure to help those who are vulnerable. She was deeply involved in the Life Esidimeni case for two years where she worked tirelessly to help others. While that is an impressive achievement on...
Sagwadi Mabunda (25)

Sagwadi Mabunda (25)

Sagwadi Mabunda is a 25-year-old third year PhD candidate at UWC, currently working on the South African Cybercrimes Bill. She has a master’s in International Criminal Justice and is working hard to build a career around the prevention of cybercrime. Her goal is to...