Women Entrepreneurs and Labour Law: Protecting Your Workforce and Your Business

MaletsieWa Letsie is a true servant leader with over seven years of experience as a Labor Inspector with the Lesotho Government, overseeing labor and industrial relations in one of the country’s largest employment sectors. She has reached thousands through her advocacy on various radio stations, educating both workers and employers about their rights and responsibilities under labor law.

As a former owner of a mobile beauty clinic and broiler chicken production business, and now the founder of a new detergent products venture, Maletsie brings a unique perspective as both a regulator and an entrepreneur. Her experience equips her to guide women business owners on navigating labor law while building ethical, compliant, and thriving enterprises.

In this session, she will share practical insights on:

• Understanding key labor laws that affect women-owned businesses in Southern and East Africa

• How compliance can protect your business and improve staff retention

• Addressing workplace challenges such as maternity leave, gender equality, and fair pay

• Building a work culture that empowers women while meeting legal requirements

Whether you’re just starting out or scaling your business, you’ll leave this session with actionable steps to safeguard your enterprise and champion women’s rights in the workplace.