Age, Biography and Wiki
Linda Mabhena-Olagunju (Linda Mabhena) was born on 1 January, 1984 in Eastern Cape, South Africa, is a South African entrepreneur and businesswoman. Discover Linda Mabhena-Olagunju's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 40 years old?
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Linda Mabhena |
| Occupation |
Entrepreneur |
| Age |
40 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Capricorn |
| Born |
1 January 1984 |
| Birthday |
1 January |
| Birthplace |
Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Nationality |
South Africa
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She is a member of famous entrepreneur with the age 40 years old group.
Linda Mabhena-Olagunju Height, Weight & Measurements
At 40 years old, Linda Mabhena-Olagunju height not available right now. We will update Linda Mabhena-Olagunju's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Dating & Relationship status
She is currently single. She is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about She's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, She has no children.
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Linda Mabhena-Olagunju Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Linda Mabhena-Olagunju worth at the age of 40 years old? Linda Mabhena-Olagunju’s income source is mostly from being a successful entrepreneur. She is from South Africa. We have estimated Linda Mabhena-Olagunju's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
entrepreneur |
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Timeline
Linda Mabhena-Olagunju (born January 1, 1984) is a South African entrepreneur and businesswoman.
She is the founder of DLO Energy Resources Group (Pty) Ltd, an independent power producer (IPP).
Mabhena-Olagunju currently serves as the company's chief executive officer.
In 2007, Mabhena-Olagunju began working part-time for the Aberdeen City Council.
One of her major projects involved developing Aberdeen's first offshore wind farm.
This Drew Major opposition from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who tried to halt the project in a losing court battle; arguing the development would spoil the view from Trump International Golf Links, Scotland.
In 2010, Mabhena-Olagunju began work for the global law firm Dewey & LeBeouf in their Johannesburg office.
She became the youngest negotiator for the firm and secured funding from the World Bank for South Africa's public electricity utility, Eskom.
Mabhena-Olagunju launched DLO Energy Resources Group in 2011.
She then went on to acquire an equity stake in one of the largest wind farms in Africa.
The project was valued at over $3.3 billion.
The company recently acquired an equity stake in a large EPC and O&M company, making it South Africa's first majority black-owned female engineering services company.
In 2014, Mabhena-Olagunju was listed amongst the 20 most powerful women in Africa featured on the Oprah Winfrey Power List.
In 2016, Veuve Clicoquot awarded Mabhena-Olagunju with their annual Elle Boss Award.
In 2017, Linda was recognized as the Best Emerging Entrepreneur by Forbes Woman Africa.
She has been a member of the University of Oxford International Advisory Board since 2018 and is currently an admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
Mabhena-Olagunju was born in Matatiele in the Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Her mother, Pindiwe Mabhena, was a primary school teacher and father Michael a criminal law and litigation lawyer.
They were also both entrepreneurs.
Mabhena-Olagunju grew up during the period of apartheid.
Her mother's family were activists against the apartheid regime and her home provided comfort and shelter to those returning from exile or hiding.
Mabhena-Olagunju attended the National School of Arts High School in Johannesburg; where she majored in drama.
She went on to study law at the University of Cape Town, where she attained an LLB (Bachelor of Law).
After graduation Mabhena-Olagunju worked at a law firm for a short while before heading to Aberdeen, Scotland to further her education, gaining a masters in International Commercial Law with specialization in oil and gas law.
A year later she was recognized as the 2018 Youngest Board Member on the University of Oxford's International Advisory Board and she appeared in the 2020 Choiseul 100 Africa Economic Leaders For Tomorrow list.
She was also recognized by the University of South Africa at the Bring Her Up: Women of Firsts Awards and honored with the Astounding in STEM award.
She is currently a member of the University of Oxford International Advisory Board.
Linda Mabhena-Olagunju is married to Olayinka Khalid Olagunju.
They have three daughters.
