Eps 17 | Voices of Leadership: WAI/Harvard Emerging Leaders Panel – African Women in Aviation Share

Описание: Welcome to the WAI/Harvard Emerging Leaders Panel, hosted by Chiedza CheAfrica — a platform dedicated to spotlighting African excellence in aviation, STEM, leadership, inclusion, and youth empowerment.

Timestamps
00:07 Intros
09:10 What initially motivated you to apply?
10:35 Must-do tip for those applying
25:52 “Aha!" moment, valuable lesson learnt
45:00 Redesign one element of leadership on the continent
51:20 Role models

In this LIVE session, we bring together past African recipients of the WAI/Harvard Executive Program for Emerging Leaders, sharing their honest experiences, key takeaways, and guidance for women considering the next cohort.

This is a powerful conversation for:
Women in aviation
African professionals seeking leadership pathways
Students interested in STEM and global programs
Anyone preparing to apply for the WAI/Harvard program
Young leaders seeking mentorship and inspiration

Panel

• Fiona Omondi – Chief Strategy Officer, Tradewinds Aviation; WAI/Harvard 2023
• Loise Mwangi – Assistant Director, State Safety Management, KCAA; WAI/Harvard 2024
• Nomagugu L.B. Lunga – RPAS Flight Operations Lead & QA Manager; WAI/Harvard 2024
• Winnie Nafula – Aviation Leader & Mentor; Harvard Emerging Leaders 2025
• Amanda Kandawire – A380 Senior First Officer, Founder of Fly Like A Girl; WAI/Harvard 2025

Moderator:
Khady Ghaye - A multilingual global HR leader with 20+ years’ experience across 26+ countries, known for her cultural intelligence, resilience, and the Teranga spirit.

ABOUT CHIEDZA CHEAFRICA
“Chiedza” means light in Shona — and that is our mission.
We are storytellers, dreamers, and changemakers shining a spotlight on Africa’s brilliance through:
• Aviation & STEM pathways
• Disability inclusion
• Mental health & dementia advocacy
• Youth empowerment
• Women’s leadership & community outreach

Chiedza CheAfrica is not just a podcast — it’s a movement for light, leadership, and legacy.