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A NAME WITH ROOTS
In isiZulu, MATOYANA symbolises legacy, identity, and the spirit of meaningful work
Matoyana is an impact-driven, multi-disciplinary consultancy grounded in African insight and built on a decade of real-world experience.
Since 2013, we’ve supported organisations, institutions and individuals to lead more effectively, think more creatively and grow more sustainably.
Our work has a clear focus:
Entrepreneurial knowledge should be accessible and transformational.
From high-impact corporate programmes to group innovation sprints, Matoyana applies a cross-pollinated, context-driven approach to solving business and leadership challenges.
We bridge the worlds of corporate strategy, academic development and entrepreneurial learning.
Whether it’s an executive team, a syndicate group, or a first-time founder, our work is designed to make knowledge accessible and actionable.
STRATEGIST. EDUCATOR. MULTIPOTENTIALITE.
Nokwazi Mzobe is the founder of Matoyana. She is a cross-disciplinary thinker with a passion for turning knowledge into action. With over 20 years of experience working across global corporates, academic institutions and entrepreneurship ecosystems, she brings clarity, structure and originality to complex challenges.
Her approach is informed by systems, but centred on people. Nokwazi is known for connecting the dots others don’t see: designing programmes, guiding innovation journeys and mentoring leaders with a combination of strategic insight and real-world understanding.
Her career portfolio includes roles as:
Nokwazi brings together years of cross-sector experience, academic rigour and executive-level insight. Her work cuts across industries and institutions and has influenced leaders, students, founders, and faculty alike. Beyond her formal roles, she contributes to entrepreneurship and education platforms as a trustee, guest contributor and advisor. She is known for igniting ideas and building frameworks that move people and businesses forward.
