Clevenard to Honour Dr Nomfundo Mcoyi-Zondo at the Clevenard Open Project 2026 and Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition in Alicante, Spain

Alicante, Spain — Clevenard SL is proud to announce that Dr Nomfundo Mcoyi-Zondo, one of Africa’s most influential entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and business transformation leaders, will be honoured with a prestigious Clevenard Global Honorary Award during the Clevenard Open Project 2026 and the 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 Sunday, 30 August 2026, during the grand finale of the event—the Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition 2026—which celebrates outstanding global leaders whose contributions have transformed industries, empowered communities, and inspired future generations across continents.

In addition to receiving this distinguished international honour, Dr Mcoyi-Zondo will serve as a featured keynote speaker on Day 2 (28 August 2026) during the Global Economy, Trade, Solid Minerals, Agriculture & Investment Summit.

Keynote Address

Topic: “Building Sustainable African Enterprises: Leadership, Innovation, Financial Inclusion and Social Impact for Future Generations”

Drawing from her remarkable entrepreneurial journey, Dr Mcoyi-Zondo will share insights on business growth, inclusive economic development, women’s leadership, governance, social responsibility, and the role of entrepreneurship in creating lasting prosperity across Africa and beyond.

A Visionary Entrepreneur Transforming Industries

Dr Nomfundo Mcoyi-Zondo is the Founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Icebolethu Group, one of South Africa’s most successful black-owned funeral and financial services conglomerates. She is also the President of the South African Funeral Practitioners Association (SAFPA), becoming the first woman in history to hold this prestigious position in 2025.

What began as a single funeral parlour in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal, has evolved under her visionary leadership into a diversified group comprising 13 companies, more than 200 branches across South Africa’s nine provinces, serving over 500,000 policyholders and employing nearly 3,000 people.

Recognised as one of the foremost innovators in the funeral and financial services industry, Dr Mcoyi-Zondo transformed Icebolethu from a traditional funeral service provider into a comprehensive lifestyle brand that adds value to clients’ daily lives through innovative products, financial inclusion initiatives, and customer-centred solutions.

Her commitment to excellence extends beyond business growth. Through the Icebolethu Foundation and Icebolethu Academy, she continues to drive community development, philanthropy, skills training, professionalisation of the funeral sector, and economic empowerment initiatives that positively impact thousands of families across South Africa.

Internationally Recognised Leadership

Dr Mcoyi-Zondo's outstanding contributions have earned her widespread national and international recognition, including:

• Honorary Doctorate from Mangosuthu University of Technology (2023)
• Commonwealth Business Excellence Award – Women of the Year (Singapore, 2023)
• Global Business Leader of the Year (2021)
• Standard Bank KZN Top Brand Award (2022)
• KZN Top Business Woman Award (2019)
• Business Leader of the Year Awards (2019)
• Best Female-Owned Business Award (2016)

Numerous entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and social impact recognitions across Africa and internationally

Beyond her corporate achievements, she is an accomplished author and mother of three. In 2020, she published her inspirational cookbook, "Boardroom to the Kitchen," reflecting her passion for leadership, family, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.

A sought-after speaker, Dr Mcoyi-Zondo has represented South Africa on international platforms across the United States, United Kingdom, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, China, Japan, Malaysia, Italy, Greece, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Hong Kong, and numerous other countries.

Why Clevenard is Honouring Dr Nomfundo Mcoyi-Zondo

The Clevenard Global Honorary Award recognises individuals whose leadership transcends business success and creates measurable impact in society.

Dr Mcoyi-Zondo exemplifies this vision through her unwavering commitment to entrepreneurship, innovation, job creation, financial inclusion, women’s empowerment, governance excellence, philanthropy, and community transformation.

Her journey demonstrates how visionary leadership can create sustainable enterprises while uplifting communities, developing industries, and opening opportunities for future generations. Her achievements continue to inspire entrepreneurs, women leaders, and business professionals throughout Africa and around the world.

About the Clevenard Open Project 2026

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

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

The event will bring together government leaders, diplomats, investors, entrepreneurs, business executives, creatives, academics, tourism professionals, media personalities, and cultural ambassadors from Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.

The platform serves as a catalyst for international collaboration, trade promotion, investment opportunities, cultural exchange, tourism development, and sustainable economic growth.

Event Highlights

• Day 1 – 27 August 2026 Global Authors' Recognition & Education Summit
• Day 2 – 28 August 2026 Global Economy, Trade, Solid Minerals, Agriculture & Investment Summit
• Day 3 – 29 August 2026 Global Tourism & International Film Celebration
• Day 4 – 30 August 2026 Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition 2026 & International Fashion Runway

About Clevenard

Clevenard is a multifaceted global ecosystem dedicated to connecting people, businesses, cultures, and opportunities worldwide. Through media, technology, business networking, international events, consulting, tourism promotion, telecommunications, and strategic partnerships, Clevenard empowers individuals, organisations, and communities to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.

With a growing presence across Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, and the Americas, Clevenard continues to build bridges between nations while promoting entrepreneurship, investment, innovation, cultural diplomacy, and sustainable development.

Event Information

Dates: 27–30 August 2026

Venue: Palacio de Congresos Alicante Avinguda de Dénia 47–49 03013 Alicante, Spain

Media & Partnership Enquiries

Clevenard SL

Phone: +34 631 279 811 | +34 672 931 216

Website: www.clevenard.com

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

Catégorie:

Pressemitteilung 

Organisation:

Clevenard

Écrit par:

Tolu Osindero

Téléphone:

+34631279811