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Yangeni Chendela

A Profile of HR Leadership & Global Impact

Yangeni Chendela

Author, speaker, and HR thought leader on a mission to redefine how organisations grow people — and how people grow themselves.

Portrait of Yangeni Chendela — HR leader, author, and speaker

Introduction

Reshaping the conversation around people, performance, and purpose.

A dynamic and influential Human Resources professional from Zambia, Yangeni Chendela is making a significant mark on the landscape of HR and leadership — across the African continent and beyond.

Through his powerful brand — "Not Your Usual HR" — and his impactful initiatives, Yangeni is rewriting what people management, personal development, and corporate leadership can look like.

Key Competencies

The pillars of impact

Nine practice areas. One throughline — building people who build organisations.

Strategic HR Leadership
Emotional Intelligence
Personal Branding
Financial Literacy for HR
Leadership Development
Corporate Training
Public Speaking
Talent Management
Business Growth Strategy
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Level Up (book cover)

Personal Development · ZMW 650.00

Publications

Read the new book “Level Up”

Level Up is not a book about success — it is a book about direction. A three-pillar framework for the courage to step off the wrong bus.

and unlock your Forte

Social Media Influence

A growing global community of leaders, learners, and changemakers.

75,000+

LinkedIn Followers

Daily insights on HR and leadership

211,000+

Facebook Followers

Conversation-starting content for professionals

6,000+

Books Sold Worldwide

Readers across continents

Recognition

HR Practitioner of the Year, 2024

Zambia Institute of Human Resources Management

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International Stage

Speaking engagements that move audiences.

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Kenya

Future of Work Africa Conference

Mar 2025

South Africa

Africa HR Network

Oct 2024

Zambia

Zambia Institute of Human Resources Management

Aug 2024

Clientele

Trusted by leading organisations across Africa and beyond.

Unilever logo
Samsung logo
KFC logo
ABSA logo
UBA logo
BDO logo
Zambeef logo
Food Lover's Market logo
Medland Hospital
Newrest logo
Holler Trade logo
Smollan logo

Media Appearances

As seen on the platforms shaping African business and leadership.

Incisive commentary on the intersection of human resources, personal finance, and leadership.

Ready to grow?

Let’s build something extraordinary.

Whether you’re an organisation looking to elevate your people practices, or an individual ready to become unstoppable — the next move starts here.