SuperLead Podcast Episode 152 with Prof Letlhokwa Mpedi, Vice-Chancellor & Principal of the University of Johannesburg

In this compelling episode of the SuperLead Podcast, we sit down with Professor Letlhokwa George Mpedi, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, globally respected legal scholar, and thought leader in leadership, law, and artificial intelligence.Professor Mpedi’s journey is a masterclass in academic excellence and visionary leadership. From earning his B Juris and LLB at Vista University, to completing an LLM in Labour Law and an LLD in Mercantile Law at the @UniversityofJohannesburg, his scholarly path has been marked by distinction and global recognition. His work took him to Germany’s Max Planck Institute as a Research Fellow, supported by the prestigious DAAD awards, shaping his international research footprint.Beyond academia, Professor Mpedi has served in senior leadership roles including Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic and Executive Dean of Law at the University of Johannesburg. He is the Secretary General-elect of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) and serves on executive committees of Universities South Africa (USAf) and Universitas 21 (U21)—placing him at the center of global higher education leadership.In this conversation, we explore:✅ Leadership shaped by African wisdom and global scholarship✅ The future of higher education in Africa✅ Artificial Intelligence and the Law in a rapidly evolving world✅ What it means to lead with clarity, purpose, and responsibilityProfessor Mpedi is also the author of From the Baobab to the Mosquito: Rethinking Leadership Through African Sayings and co-author of Artificial Intelligence and the Law. An NRF-rated B-category scholar, his influence spans South Africa, the African continent, and the global academic community.This episode is a must-watch for leaders, academics, policymakers, and future change-makers seeking insight into principled leadership grounded in knowledge, culture, and innovation.🎧 Watch now and be inspired to lead with depth and vision.