Make Growth Happen: A Unitrans Journey

Episode 7: Women at the Wheel

Driving Change in Africa’s Transport IndustryWhat does it take to transform an industry - not just operationally, but culturally?In this episode of Make Growth Happen, we spotlight two women who is reshaping Africa’s transport and logistics landscape, bringing discipline, safety, resilience and pride to the road.Featuring Mavis Ndumo and Cynthia Thala, both Unitrans drivers and Iveco #thankyoutrucker winners, this conversation goes beyond recognition to explore the real impact of women in driving roles - how they are challenging perceptions, raising standards and contributing to safer, more consistent fleet performance across the industry.Through personal stories and lived experience, this episode unpacks the barriers, breakthroughs and opportunities for building a more inclusive and high‑performing transport sector.This is an authentic, human‑centred conversation where inclusion, performance and safety intersect.Available on our website, YouTube, Spotify and Apple PodcastsSubscribe for more conversations shaping Africa’s growth storyBecause when more people are empowered to lead, the entire industry moves forward.