WiN Festival Speaker

Viwe Mgedezi

Viwe Mgedezi is a bold, future-focused executive with over two decades of experience leading transformation at the intersection of people, knowledge, technology, and public service. She has pioneered strategic knowledge
management in South Africa’s public transport sector and currently leads as Executive Manager at the Gautrain Management Agency.

Her work spans across institutionalising knowledge systems, building global academic partnerships, and innovating digital platforms for leadership learning.
As founder of Women Leading Knowledge, e-Lounge Book Club host, and Gautrain Talks Podcast Station initiator and author of Gautrain Learnings – A collection of case studies, Viwe amplifies voices in knowledge leadership and inclusive innovation.

Her reputation is built on systemic thinking, cross-sector collaboration and a passion for developing people and institutions. Viwe is ready for the next horizon, bringing her proven leadership and strategic clarity to boardrooms and executive tables.