Zanga African Metrics

🌍 Why Zanga’s Leadership Assessments Are Tailored for African Markets At Zanga African Metrics, we know that one-size-fits-all leadership development programs don’t work—especially in Africa’s diverse, high-context environments. That’s why we’ve created the first scientifically formulated leadership assessments tailored specifically for African markets. While the continent is home to ancient cultures like Egypt and very globalized countries like South Africa - we have common shared cultural dimensions that unite us all. To accommodate this diversity, we have broken these shared dimensions down into belief, community, loyalty, respect, and pride. We’ve experienced that these dimensions are shared across the continent, with different emphases and manifestations. An Angolan and a Tunisian may seem very different on the surface, but can agree that community is vital in both of their cultures. But this is not the only thing that makes our assessment unique. On top of this Zanga delivers : ✅ Culturally Relevant – Our assessments account for the unique cultural dimensions and leadership dynamics in African markets, helping leaders navigate local nuances. ✅ Data-Driven Insights – We provide actionable data to help leaders understand their strengths and areas for growth in relation to their cultural context. ✅ Tailored Leadership Development Direction – Based on your results, our assessment automatically provides you with personalized leadership development suggestions that aligns with where you are in your leadership journey. Ready to lead better in your high-context culture? Discover how Zanga can support your leadership journey in Africa’s growing markets. P.S. Want to grow effective leaders in your organization? Follow us today! #LeadershipDevelopment #HighContextLeadership #AfricanBusiness #CulturalCompetence #ZangaAfricanMetrics

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⚡ HAPPENING TODAY: Unlocking the Power of Psychometrics in the Workplace (Live Stream) Are you curious about how psychometric assessments can transform your workplace? Join our expert Work Psychologist TODAY as she unpacks: ↳ The science behind psychometric testing ↳ Types of assessments used in organizations ↳ The benefits and challenges of leveraging psychometric tools 🗓 Date & Time: Today at 3:00 PM/15:00 hrs (CAT/SAST) Don't miss out on this insightful session, live-streaming on LinkedIn today! #psychometrics #workplaceinnovation #highcontextleadership #leadershipdevelopment #zangaafricanmetrics #zangainsights

🔥 HAPPENING TOMORROW: Unlocking the Power of Psychometrics in the Workplace (Webinar) Are you curious about how psychometric assessments can transform your workplace? Join our expert Work Psychologist as she unpacks: ↳ The science behind psychometric testing ↳ Types of assessments used in organizations ↳ The benefits and challenges of leveraging psychometric tools 🗓 Date & Time: Thursday, 28th November 2024, at 3:00 PM (CAT/SAST) 💡 Cost: FREE Don’t miss out on this insightful session! 📲 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eYd44XKR #psychometrics #workplaceinnovation #highcontextleadership #leadershipdevelopment #zangaafricanmetrics #zangainsights

🙏🤝 3 Actionable Ways to Build Trust in High-Context Cultures Building trust is a cornerstone of leadership in high-context cultures. Without it, collaboration and decision-making can grind to a halt.  Trust is the medium of exchange for social capital in Africa.  We have found that to draw on this social capital you first have to bank trust with your team. Remember that trust is earned based on your actions and behaviour as a leader over time. A long-term village elder can call upon the community for projects with less discussion and resistance than a brand new government official new to the district.  The question every high-context leader has to ask themselves is “Does my team trust me?” or “Why should my team trust me?”  Here are three actionable ways to build trust as a high-context leader: 1️⃣ Invest Time in Relationships – Trust is built over time, not through quick interactions. Schedule regular check-ins with your team and stakeholders to foster stronger relationships. 2️⃣ Be Transparent and Consistent – In high-context environments, actions speak louder than words. Be consistent in your decisions and actions to show reliability. 3️⃣ Understand Local Norms – Take the time to learn about the cultural and social dynamics that drive decision-making in your team. Demonstrating cultural competence builds respect and trust. Trust-building is a marathon, not a sprint. How are you investing in relationships within your organization? P.S. Want to grow effective leaders in your organization? Follow us today! #LeadershipTips #TrustBuilding #HighContextLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #AfricaBusiness

🔥 wCap Limited Invests USD250,000 in Zanga African Metrics The management and leadership of Zanga African Metrics are proud to announce that wCap Limited has made a USD250,000 equity investment in our award-winning psych tech startup. Zanga African Metrics is dedicated to creating transformational leaders in emerging markets by supporting their leadership journey through the world’s first assessment and analytics suite that takes high-context culture and context into consideration. By leveraging advanced psychometric assessments and analytics, Zanga provides organizations and individuals with the critical insights needed to build high-performing teams and address workforce competency gaps. Zanga has solutions to support the leadership journey from recruitment, to leadership development, and succession readiness of key staff through quality HR data insights. Founded to meet the growing demand for accurate, accessible, and transformational solutions tailored to emerging markets, Zanga African Metrics is driving meaningful change across the African business and leadership landscape. Read the full press release on the wCap website to learn more about this exciting collaboration and its potential to drive change: http://bit.ly/4fEudzl #zangaafricanmetrics #wCap #zangainsights #highcontextleadership #leadershipdevelopment #hranalytics #emergingmarkets #africanleadership

🔓🚪Uncovering the Hidden Role of Emotional Intelligence in High-Context Leadership In high-context cultures, leadership isn’t just about making smart decisions—it’s about understanding people on a deeper level. People are more than their roles. Emotional Intelligence (EQ) plays a critical but often overlooked role in navigating the complexities of high-context environments. How do you manage somebody who is stressed because their landlord just unilaterally increased their rent and doesn't know how to make ends meet? How do you focus a team member on project deliverables who is anxious that their ancestors are angry with them? What do you say to a colleague who is asking to attend the 4th funeral for a friend or family member this month during office hours? 💡 Leaders with high EQ: ✅Understand the unspoken emotional dynamics at play within their teams. ✅ Use empathy to build trust and manage conflicts. ✅ Can read between the lines, picking up on indirect communication and signals. In many cases, it’s EQ—not IQ—that determines leadership success in Africa’s relationship-driven markets. How do you use emotional intelligence in your leadership journey? P.S. Want to grow effective leaders in your organization? Follow us today! #ThoughtLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #HighContextLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #AfricaBusiness

Welcome to our new Research & Development Lead. 2025 is going to be an exciting year for Zanga African Metrics.

👋🏾 Meet Doreen Malavanu: Zanga’s New Research & Development Lead! We are beyond excited to welcome Doreen Malavanu to the Zanga African Metrics family! As a passionate advocate for people development, psychometrics, and uplifting African leaders, Doreen embodies the values we hold dear at Zanga. 🎯 What drew Doreen to Zanga? Since discovering Zanga earlier this year, Doreen has found a deep alignment between her professional values and our mission to empower leaders across Africa. She’s thrilled to bring her skills and experience to our work, especially at the intersection of science, culture, and leadership. 🔬 Her Role at Zanga As our Research & Development Lead, Doreen will guide our efforts to develop culturally relevant, high-impact tools tailored to high-context environments. Her scientific insights into cultural nuances and workplace behaviors will ensure our products continue to inspire transformative leadership across the continent. 💡 What sets Doreen apart? With a Master’s in Work Psychology, Doreen offers a science-driven perspective on workplace behavior and thought patterns. Her ability to unlock deeper insights into how people engage, collaborate, and excel will be a game-changer for our clients and the teams they lead. 📚 A Bit About Her Journey Doreen’s career began with a Bachelor's in Psychology and roles spanning counseling, project management, and leadership development. Her quest to deepen her expertise led her to the University of Sheffield, where she earned her Master’s in Work Psychology. Alongside her professional achievements, she’s committed to giving back—working with youth groups to raise mental health awareness and build leadership skills. 🎾 Outside the Office When she’s not driving innovation at Zanga, Doreen can be found challenging herself with new activities—currently, she’s learning to play tennis! Welcome to the team, Doreen! We’re thrilled to have you on board as we continue our journey to reshape leadership development across Africa. 🌍 #WelcomeToZanga #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkPsychology #EmpoweringAfrica #ZangaAfricanMetrics #HighContextLeadership

🔥 FREE ZANGA WEBINAR: Unlocking the Power of Psychometrics in the Workplace Are you curious about how personality tests, cognitive ability tests, and other assessments can transform your workplace? Join our expert Work Psychologist as she unpacks: ↳ The science behind psychometric testing ↳ Types of assessments used in organizations ↳ The benefits and challenges of leveraging psychometric tools 🗓 Date & Time: Thursday, 28th November 2024, at 3:00 PM (CAT/SAST) 💡 Cost: FREE Don’t miss out on this insightful session! 📲 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eYd44XKR #psychometrics #workplaceinnovation #highcontextleadership #leadershipdevelopment #africanleadership #zangawebinar #zangaafricanmetrics