Welekazi S’tandwa Ntloko is an Industrial Engineering PhD candidate at Stellenbosch University, researcher, and social innovation advocate. With expertise in sustainable business models and social franchising, she has published and presented internationally on hybridity and inclusive development. Beyond academia, Welekazi is a co-author, entrepreneur, and media personality passionate about empowering communities through innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven leadership. At Impact Hub she brings her vision for creating inclusive ecosystems that foster entrepreneurship, social impact, and sustainable growth. Her work embodies a commitment to bridging research and practice for meaningful change across Africa.
