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Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA)Author: Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard
WiMSA creates an empowering network to inspire, support, and develop the progression of women working in the South African mining industry. Language: en Genres: Business, Non-Profit Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#035 Not Sweetheart. Not Girly. Just Qualified.
Tuesday, 17 February, 2026
In this episode, WiMSA Board Chair, Noleen Pauls is joined by Megan Jarvis, partner at Webber Wentzel, and Dr Jeannette McGill, mining executive and geoscientist, for a candid conversation about the realities of being a woman in mining and professional services. They reflect on a time when women were barred from working underground, share defining career moments that demanded grit and resilience, and explore how unconscious bias still shapes workplace dynamics today. The discussion moves beyond struggle to focus on leadership, emotional intelligence, mentorship, and the power of women supporting women. From “pull-her-down syndrome” to the importance of networks like WIMSA, this episode celebrates progress while asking the hard questions about inclusion, equality, and how industries truly change. This is a conversation about showing up, being heard, and being recognised for one thing only: competence. Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts
