Siyabonga Hadebe is a highly accomplished diplomat and international relations expert with over 20 years of experience in senior positions in the South African government. He is a passionate advocate for social justice and economic development, and his work has focused on international cooperation and development, with a particular emphasis on the rights of vulnerable groups. Hadebe has extensive experience in the mining and extractives sector, where he has worked with governments, companies, and communities to address the social and environmental impacts of mining. He is also a scholar, writer and researcher, with senior qualifications in management, international relations, international trade and economic law. He is currently pursuing a PhD in international economic law, with a focus on business and human rights.