From Pretoria’s close-knit family life to the global stage of the legal profession, Malebo Moropa, 35, is an advocate for justice, leadership and transformation. A passion for law was ignited when she shadowed legal professionals and a High Court judge during her high school years, participating in the Take a Girl Child to Work initiative. Malebo is an advocate at the Johannesburg Society of Advocates, where she specialises in litigation, drafting court papers, legal opinions and working closely with attorneys and clients to tackle complex legal matters. No two days are the same, a reality Malebo embraces for its challenge and opportunity to grow. In 2024, she was called to the Bar of England and Wales, becoming a barrister — a milestone in an industry where representation remains limited for black women. Another accomplishment was co-founding a new society of advocates in Pretoria in 2019. Beyond the courtroom, Moropa is committed to uplifting rural youth and supporting learners through school. Her work reflects her conviction that genuine progress necessitates a combination of legal expertise and social responsibility.
Influenced and shaped by women both in and outside the legal profession, and inspired by the countless women who came before — whose pioneering efforts illuminated the path for others — the profession continues to evolve. Trailblazers such as Victoria Mxenge stand as towering figures whose courage and unwavering commitment to justice paved the way for individuals to occupy the positions they hold today. Their sacrifices and determination created the opportunities now available to many. Within the profession, the incredible resilience, strength, and multifaceted capabilities of women are evident.