Dudu Ndlovu is a seasoned Corporate Affairs and Strategic Communications professional with over 25 years of experience driving reputation management, stakeholder engagement, and crisis communication strategies for leading local and global brands. As the Africa Head of Corporate Affairs at KPMG, Dudu provides strategic leadership across the region, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering impactful communication solutions.
Her career spans senior corporate affairs leadership roles in Pharmaceutical, FMCG, and Manufacturing sectors, where she developed deep expertise in corporate reputation, issues management, and integrated communication strategies. Dudu’s ability to translate business objectives into effective communication plans has positioned her as a trusted advisor to executive leadership teams.
A recognized thought leader, Dudu has presented a paper on Stakeholder relations at GIBS Business School and participated at Yale University’s 2023 prestigious Women Executive Exchange Programme (WEEP) in 2016. She acquired her master's in strategic communication at the University of Johannesburg, reinforcing her commitment to excellence and innovation in Corporate Affairs.
Advocacy & Global Engagement:
Dudu led the advocacy program for the B20 Integrity & Compliance Task Force, where KPMG served as a knowledge Partner. Her contributions supported global efforts to promote ethical business practices and strengthen compliance frameworks, positioning Africa’s voice in critical international policy discussions.