At a prestigious gala in June 2024, the Mail & Guardian recognised two rising stars from Webber Wentzel – Ziyanda Sibeko and Danica Jonker, in its 2024 ‘200 Young South African’ cohort. This recognition underscores the firm’s unwavering commitment to nurturing and empowering the next generation of legal talent.

Ziyanda Sibeko: An inspiring leader and mentor
Ziyanda, a recently promoted partner at Webber Wentzel, excels in general commercial litigation and administrative law matters and has acted for various private and public companies, including state-owned entities. Throughout the five years Ziyanda has been at Webber Wentzel, he has established himself as a valuable asset to the firm, dedicated to client service and insightful legal analysis. As his way to contribute to the transformation of the legal profession, Ziyanda actively mentors and upskills candidate attorneys and black female junior counsel.

Danica Jonker: A rising star with a passion for service
Danica, a second-year candidate attorney, exemplifies dedication and teamwork. Danica plays a vital role in driving positive change as the secretary of Webber Wentzel’s Leadership Network, a platform dedicated to community outreach. She is deeply committed to the initiatives planned by the Leadership Network and always looks for ways to make a difference. Danica also has a deep passion for self-improvement and is constantly pushing herself to reach her full potential. This drive manifests in her work as she actively seeks out new opportunities to learn and grow.