Partner
Lerato Molefe
Investment Committee Chairperson, Hlayisani Capital
- Firm
- Hlayisani Capital
- Title
- Investment Committee Chairperson
- Role
- Employee
- Location
- Johannesburg
Record updated 17 September 2026
About
Lerato is a seasoned leader with expertise in climate action, early-stage investing, and responsible innovation. With a background in M&A law, strategy, and business operations, she has international experience across Africa, Europe, and the USA. Lerato has strong ESG credentials and a passion for developing companies and teams, alongside a focus on ethical technology governance. She holds an MBA from the University of Oxford and a law degree from Harvard Law School. Lerato is also a member of Rising Tide Africa, where she is helping to expand the network to South Africa.
Background
- Education
- Admitted to the New York Bar in 2007Source (opens in a new tab)
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