Clevenard to Honour Ms Zama Phakathi at the 2026 Clevenard Open Project & Global Awards in Alicante, Spain

Alicante, Spain — Clevenard SL is proud to announce that Ms Zama Phakathi will be honoured with a prestigious Honorary Award at the Clevenard Open Project 2026 (5th Edition) and Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition, taking place from 27–30 August 2026 at the Palacio de Congresos, Alicante, Spain.

The honorary recognition will be formally presented on Day 4 – Sunday, 30 August 2026, during the flagship Clevenard Global Awards Ceremony, held alongside the International Fashion Runway. The awards honour influential global leaders whose work continues to shape industries, communities, and future generations.

In addition, Ms Zama Phakathi will also serve as a Keynote Speaker on Day 2 (28 August 2026) at the Global Economy, Trade, Solid Minerals, Agriculture & Investment Summit, where she will engage global stakeholders on enterprise development, innovation, and inclusive economic transformation.

Keynote Address Theme

“Building Sustainable African Enterprises Through Innovation, Leadership, and Inclusive Growth”

About Ms Zama Phakathi — A Profile of Leadership, Vision & Impact

Ms Zama Phakathi is a distinguished South African entrepreneur, business strategist, and philanthropic leader whose career reflects a rare blend of corporate excellence, entrepreneurial resilience, and social impact leadership.

With over 17 years of experience across multiple sectors, she has built a reputation as a dynamic force in marketing, communications, digital transformation, and enterprise development, while continuously championing women empowerment and youth advancement in Africa.

Corporate Foundation & Early Excellence

After obtaining her BCom Degree in 2001, Ms Phakathi built a strong corporate foundation through roles in respected institutions including Transnet and the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Her early career trajectory accelerated when she became the Marketing & Communications Manager at the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry at just 26 years old, where she led strategic communication initiatives, stakeholder engagement programmes, and brand positioning for one of South Africa’s key business chambers.

This early leadership experience positioned her as a rising voice in corporate communications and enterprise development in South Africa.

Entrepreneurial Journey & Business Expansion

In 2009, Ms Phakathi founded Splendid Marketing and Communications, a bold step that marked the beginning of her entrepreneurial legacy.

What started as a marketing agency has grown into a multi-disciplinary business group, delivering services in:

• Marketing, Branding & Communications
• Public Relations & Media Strategy
• Digital Transformation & IT Solutions
• Crisis Communication & Reputation Management
• Event Management & Corporate Activations
• Skills Development & Training Programmes

Under her leadership, Splendid Marketing has become recognized as a leading Black-owned communications and digital agency in South Africa, operating between Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, and serving clients across multiple sectors.

Her business vision continues to expand into emerging industries including information technology, energy solutions, and innovation-driven enterprise development, reinforcing her role as a forward-thinking African entrepreneur.

Leadership Across Sectors

Ms Phakathi’s influence extends beyond business ownership into institutional leadership and governance participation. She has contributed to several respected bodies, including:

• Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• South African Library for the Blind
• Commonwealth Business Women Council

Her leadership style is defined by strategic thinking, mentorship, and a strong commitment to inclusive economic participation.

Awards & National Recognition

Her excellence has been widely recognized through multiple national and industry awards, including:

• 2025: Special Recognition – Brand Leadership Excellence Award (Achievement Alley Awards)
• 2024: SMME Category Winner – Achievement Alley Awards
• 2018: TopCo National Business Awards – Top Young Executive of the Year
• 2014: Standard Bank Top Women Awards – Fast-Growth Women-Owned SMME Finalist

These accolades reflect her consistent contribution to business innovation, leadership excellence, and women-led enterprise growth in South Africa.

Philanthropy & Social Impact

At the heart of her leadership is the Zama Phakathi Foundation, a philanthropic platform dedicated to sustainable community transformation.

The foundation focuses on:

• Youth empowerment and entrepreneurship development
• Career guidance and educational support programmes
• CSI initiatives for underprivileged communities
• HIV/AIDS awareness and community health campaigns

Through partnerships with schools in Hammersdale, KwaZulu-Natal, Ms Phakathi continues to invest in grassroots development, ensuring that young people are equipped with skills, mentorship, and opportunity pathways.

Her foundation’s long-term vision is to build a generation of empowered youth capable of competing on both national and international stages.

Leadership Philosophy

Ms Phakathi is widely respected for her belief in resilience, discipline, and self-determination. Her leadership philosophy is grounded in the conviction that:

“With vision, focus, and belief, no background can define your future.”

She is known for mentoring emerging entrepreneurs, particularly women and youth, encouraging them to embrace innovation, leadership, and ownership in business.

About the Clevenard Open Project 2026

The Clevenard Open Project 2026 is a four-day international forum themed:

“A Global Celebration of Business, Culture, Creativity & Human Connection.”

It brings together global leaders, policymakers, investors, creatives, and entrepreneurs to foster cross-border collaboration and sustainable development.

Programme Overview

• Day 1 (27 August): Global Authors’ Recognition & Education Summit
• Day 2 (28 August): Global Economy, Trade, Agriculture & Investment Summit (Keynote Day)
• Day 3 (29 August): Global Tourism & International Film Celebration
• Day 4 (30 August): Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition & International Fashion Runway

Venue: Palacio de Congresos Alicante, Spain

Dates: 27–30 August 2026

About Clevenard

Clevenard is a global platform connecting people, cultures, businesses, and opportunities through media, technology, and international events. The organization is committed to amplifying voices, building global partnerships, and driving sustainable economic and cultural transformation across continents.

Mission: To connect the world, amplify voices, and create opportunities that transform lives.

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Clevenard

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