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As the author of The After-40 Dilemma, Dr Maholwana explores the intersection of career, relationships, modern parenting, and life purpose – offering insights on balance and navigating life’s transitions with clarity and confidence.
Beyond the technical corporate sphere, she is a coach, mentor, and public speaker who is a passionate advocate for women in leadership and sustainable business transformation. Through her thought leadership, she has contributed to global platforms such as GIBS Women as Leaders Programme, alt_ed Winning Women Programme, and various medical research symposia and conferences.
Her career spans medical and executive roles in multinational pharmaceutical companies, including Servier, Novo Nordisk and Abbott–culminating into a former CEO role for a proudly South African medical research institute. Dr Maholwana has proven expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams responsible for groundbreaking clinical research, while driving sustainable organisational growth and innovation.
Dr Babalwa Maholwana is a distinguished healthcare executive, corporate strategist, and author with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and clinical research industries. She is a qualified medical doctor and holds a Master of Philosophy degree in Corporate Strategy, with expertise in sustainable leadership, strategic collaboration, and coopetition.
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