Gugulethu G. Xaba Nominated for the Clevenard Media Award 2025 in Palma de Mallorca, Spain

• Category: Global Economic Development & Entrepreneurial Leadership
• Job Title: President, African Business Leaders Forum (ABLF) – SADC Region

Palma de Mallorca, Spain — The picturesque Mediterranean city of Palma de Mallorca is set to host the Clevenard Media Award 2025, a prestigious global platform recognizing excellence in entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, culture, fashion, and community empowerment. The event will gather distinguished entrepreneurs, policymakers, innovators, and social leaders from across continents to celebrate individuals whose dedication and vision are transforming societies.

Among the distinguished nominees is Mr. Gugulethu G. Xaba, President of the African Business Leaders Forum (ABLF) in the SADC Region, who has been nominated in the category of Global Economic Development & Entrepreneurial Leadership for his outstanding contributions to Africa’s business and socio-economic transformation.

A Visionary Leader in African Economic Development

With over two decades of professional experience, Mr. Gugulethu G. Xaba is a respected entrepreneur, technologist, and economic strategist whose life’s mission is rooted in empowering African communities through entrepreneurship, sustainable development, and market integration.

He is the Founder and CEO of Adamopix (Pty) Limited, a company that has successfully helped establish and fund numerous small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across South Africa and other African countries — securing over $100 million in funding and facilitating access to local and international markets.

Through his leadership, Adamopix has become a powerful catalyst for job creation, innovation, and inclusive growth, helping to build value chains in rural and semi-urban economies while connecting African entrepreneurs to global opportunities in Eastern Europe, Germany, the UAE, and beyond.

Building Platforms for Pan-African Empowerment

A true architect of change, Mr. Xaba founded three major initiatives that are redefining African entrepreneurship:

• Amandla Omnotho: A powerful platform with over 100,000 entrepreneurs, promoting business collaboration and cross-border trade.
• Operation Buyelekhaya: A socio-economic reinvestment movement encouraging professionals from rural areas to return and reinvest their skills and resources in their hometowns.
• Rural Chamber of Commerce and Industry: An organization that advocates for rural entrepreneurs and fosters their inclusion in the formal economy.

These initiatives have become models for economic upliftment, helping rural entrepreneurs transition from survivalist ventures to opportunity-driven, scalable enterprises — while expanding into Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Uganda, and Ethiopia.

Leadership, Governance, and Global Impact

As a seasoned corporate leader and board member, Mr. Xaba’s expertise has influenced policy and business strategy across multiple sectors. His board and advisory roles include:

• Corwil Limited (London-based, JSE-listed)
• Dekra South Africa (German-based entity)
• Young Women in Business Network (YWBN) Cooperative Financial Institution – instrumental in securing a Mutual Banking Licence
• Food & Beverage Manufacturing SETA (2020–2025)
• Chairman: Durban Smart Port City Committee – Advisor to the Mayor (2021–2023)
• Vice Chairman of Agriculture on Food Security – BRICS Women Business Alliance (2024–2028)

As President of the African Business Leaders Forum (ABLF), he has been instrumental in driving intra-African trade and fostering strategic partnerships across the continent, supporting the goals of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

He has also collaborated internationally with organizations such as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) in the United States — facilitating educational exchange programs for African students. Additionally, his partnership with Madison Economic Development Partnership (MaDREP) in the U.S. has provided funding opportunities through venture capital for emerging African entrepreneurs.

Advisor, Thought Leader & Humanitarian

Mr. Xaba’s influence extends beyond business into governance, education, and philanthropy. He has served as an economic advisor to ministers, government departments, and traditional leaders — including the late Zulu King, His Majesty King Zwelithini kaBhekuzulu, to whom he contributed strategic counsel on economic and cultural development.

A prolific speaker, mentor, and thought leader, he regularly contributes to radio, television, and academic platforms including Ukhozi FM, SAfm, 1KZN TV, and Highway Christian Radio.

In his humanitarian work, Mr. Xaba supports Lamontville Orphanage and mentors disadvantaged students through initiatives such as the Accenture BMF Program, teaching life skills, mathematics, and science.

Educational Excellence & Professional Credentials

• Mr. Xaba is a lifelong learner and scholar. His academic credentials include:
• Master of Management in Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation (Wits Business School)
• Management Advancement Programme (MAP), Wits Business School
• Bachelor of Technology in Quality Management (UNISA)
• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Mangosuthu University of Technology)
• Certified Quality Engineer (SQMI)
• Certified Business & Life Coach (Crystal Clear Institute)
• Diploma in Project Management (Varsity College)

He is also a published researcher, having authored academic papers on the commercialization potential of small-scale agri-entrepreneurs, contributing to scientific and policy dialogues on entrepreneurship in Africa.

About the Event

• Date: Friday, 21 November 2025
• Venue: Calle Manacor, núm. 156, Palma 07007, Illes Balears, Spain
• Organizer: Clevenard SL (NIF B75809574)

Theme: “Visit to Destination – North Africa, America, Canada, Latin America, Africa, and Spain: Building the Winter Tourism Bridge”

About Clevenard

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