Babalwa Latsha – Rugby, Resilience, Women in Sport

Guest Speaker Babalwa Latsha is a pioneering South African professional women’s rugby player, Springbok Women captain, trailblazer, speaker, advocate and entrepreneur. Recognised as Africa’s first professional female rugby player, she has represented South Africa at the highest level, competed at the Women’s Rugby World Cup and played professionally in England for Harlequins.

Beyond the rugby field, Babalwa is a Laureus Ambassador, Director of the Menstruation Foundation and Vice President of My Players Rugby Association. Through these roles, she advocates for women’s empowerment, athlete development and meaningful social impact.

Babalwa is also an accomplished entrepreneur and athlete-investor. As a Step One shareholder, she is building a career beyond sport while working with leading global and South African brands across the sport, beauty, wellness, automotive and lifestyle sectors.

As a sought-after speaker, Babalwa draws on her experiences as an elite athlete and trailblazer to speak about leadership, resilience, ambition, overcoming barriers and creating opportunities for women in sport and beyond. Her story reflects a commitment to excellence, purpose and using her platform to inspire the next generation and redefine what is possible for women.

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