Lindiwe Matlali

Lindiwe Matlali is a prominent technology contributor at IKwekwezi FM, reaching a vast audience with insights on global technology innovations. Serving on the Defence and Security Cluster Industry Advisory Panel at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Lindiwe focuses on localizing technologies to strengthen South Africa’s defence and security sector. As a doctoral student at the University of Cape Town and a board member of the Technology Innovation Agency, contributions to technology advancement are emphasized. Lindiwe founded Africa Teen Geeks NPC, the largest digital transformation organization in Africa, and holds the role of Chief Executive Officer at Apodytes (Pty) Ltd, an award-winning edtech company. Additionally, Lindiwe is a Commissioner for the Fourth Industrial Revolution with the South African Government and a member of various global councils, including the World Economic Forum's Global Future Council on Cybersecurity. Academic qualifications encompass multiple prestigious programs from Stanford and GIBS Business School, alongside a BCom degree in Economics and Statistics from the University of Cape Town.