“You came to Earth to answer a question God knew would be asked. You are the solution to a problem in your generation. Your existence is evidence that this generation needs something your life contains.” — Myles Munroe

Ripfumelo Maluleke

Category

Financial Services
 

Organisation / Company

Vodacom

 

Position

Senior specialist: Legal compliance reviews

 

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Sciences, University of Pretoria
  • Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Internal Auditing, University of Pretoria
  • Bachelor of Commerce in Law, University of South Africa
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management, University of South Africa
  • Master of Commerce in Applied Risk Management, North-West University (*in progress)

Achievements

  • Completed four academic qualifications by the age of 30 — demonstrating a strong commitment to continuous learning and excellence
  • Served as a risk manager at one of South Africa’s big four banks before the age of 30 — a significant professional milestone
  • Promoted twice within my career — reflecting performance, growth and leadership potential

Mentors

  • My father, a retired school principal and committed teacher of the word – has served as a lifelong role model, exemplifying humility, discipline, integrity and service. His unwavering dedication to personal growth — continuing to study actively well into his seventies — remains a profound source of inspiration
  • Thapelo Modisagae, a young black chief risk officer at one of South Africa’s big four banks, has provided powerful motivation through his swift ascent to executive leadership. His guidance has shaped a deeper understanding of how to navigate corporate environments with resilience, clarity and purpose