“The world will not treat you better just because you’re a good person” — Bokang Maragelo

Busisiwe Faith Shabangu

Organisation / Company

Absa Group Limited

Business banker

Advanced Diploma in Financial Management, Regent Business School
Currently pursuing ACCA, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – with three exemptions granted

Played a leading role in helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) grow into sustainable, job-creating businesses, even during periods of economic uncertainty
Partnered with organisations such as the Energy Council of South Africa and Remako Group Holdings
Shaped the journeys of young professionals within the Absa Enterprise Development Programme
Finalist for the Woman of Stature Awards (Finance), with recognition as a Savvy Fellow

Wendy Luhabe — a trailblazer in South African business and social entrepreneurship. Her boldness in founding Wiphold to empower women during a time of deep systemic exclusion is nothing short of revolutionary
My mother — a woman of quiet resilience, unwavering faith and incredible strength — raised four children, often under challenging circumstances, with grace, dignity and fierce love
The spiritual mentors within the church community — women who helped shape character, fuel leadership and anchor decisions in faith — remain an enduring influence