Linda Maqoma

Corporate Facilitator & Public Speaker

Meet Linda Maqoma

At The Speakers Firm, we proudly represent Linda Maqoma, a formidable voice in leadership, governance, and transformation, whose influence continues to redefine excellence across Africa’s corporate, public, and civic sectors. With more than 17 years of experience in audit, finance, and strategic leadership, Linda embodies the fusion of intellect, integrity, and impact, a visionary committed to building strong institutions, ethical leadership, and inclusive economies.

As the Founder and Director of Nomatshawe Consulting Group, Linda leads a dynamic advisory firm that delivers strategic, operational, and financial solutions to organisations seeking sustainable growth and transformation. Her leadership philosophy is rooted in accountability, innovation, and purpose, empowering executives and institutions to perform with excellence and clarity.

A Fellow of the Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI), aligned with the Aspen Global Leadership Network, Linda is among Africa’s most respected next generation of leaders driving systemic change. Her distinctions as an Honorary Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society, a 2024 Global Women of Influence Awards Nominee, and a Drum Magazine Top 50 Women Power List honouree recognise her enduring contribution to advancing governance, leadership, and women’s empowerment across the continent.

Linda’s leadership footprint spans both public and private spheres, serving on influential boards, councils, and governance committees that champion transformation, inclusion, and ethical leadership. She currently holds leadership roles as Interim Chair and Non-Executive Director at Cornerstone Performance Solutions, Vice President for Professionals at the Black Business Council, and Global Advisory Board Member at Makosi Audit. Her previous roles include National President of ABASA, National Council Member at SAICA, and Independent Non-Executive Director at Zaclear Holdings.

A respected global speaker, facilitator, and media commentator, Linda is celebrated for her insights on transformational leadership, governance, ethics, and socio economic renewal in Africa. She continues to inspire a new generation of leaders committed to advancing equity, excellence, and purpose across the continent.

Book Linda Maqoma through The Speakers Firm, Africa’s #1 Strategic Speakers Bureau, for your next leadership summit, governance forum, or corporate dialogue, and experience a thought leader who blends intellect, empathy, and strategy to drive meaningful impact.

Interview: Linda Maqoma, entrepreneur, board member of ABASA, SAIGA and other organisations

This is an interview with Linda Maqoma, an entrepreneur, board member of ABASA as head of transformation and women, as well as a board member of SAIGA and other institutions.

The long road to inclusion

Equality in education is key to equality in the profession, says Linda Maqoma, president of ABASA