Captain Londiwe Ngcobo

“The Black Mermaid”

Captain Londy Ngcobo, known as the Blaqmermaid whose influence spans far beyond the maritime world. With over 18 years’ of experience in global shipping, port governance, compliance management, and ocean economy consultancy, she is Africa’s first female Dredge Master and a trailblazing force in leadership, advocacy and empowerment.

She is a revered as the founder of the Global Maritime Youth, an organisation encouraging young Africans to pursue maritime careers, and the CEO and founder of Unlocking Ocean Economy, which is dedicated to harnessing marine resources for economic growth. Londy Ngcobo delivers award-winning expertise as a Forbes Africa 30 under 50 honouree and Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award winner.