About

Millicent Lindiwe Ndaba brings over three decades of governance and leadership experience, backed by academic excellence and a strong ethical foundation. She holds a Master’s degree in Leadership (cum laude) from the International University of Applied Sciences (Germany), a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practices (cum laude) from the UCT Graduate School of Business & Bachelor of Accounting Science from the University of the Free State.

She is a certified director (IoDSA), a certified internal auditor and an ethics officer accredited by The Ethics Institute of South Africa. Her career reflects an unwavering commitment to responsible leadership, transformation and building ethical institutions.

Areas of Focus

• Governance & Risk Leadership

• Ethical Leadership & Compliance

• African Leadership & Ubuntu

• Organisational Culture & Diversity

• Executive Coaching & Leadership Development

Audience Engagement

Whether delivering keynote addresses or hosting intimate talks, Millicent brings a reflective, culturally grounded style. At events like National Book Week at UNISA’s Western Cape Library, she blends leadership theory with lived experience, encouraging meaningful dialogue and collective learning.

She emphasizes ubuntu and an African identity in leadership, creating a unique space where leadership becomes more human, inclusive and resonant.

Signature Topics

• Leadership Styles in Context – Adapting leadership to diverse and dynamic environments

• Ubuntu & African Leadership – Rethinking leadership through cultural values

• Inclusive Decision-Making – Harnessing psychological insight in leadership

• The Power of Listening – Reflective practice as a leadership tool