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Women in Mining – Inga Kimu née Makuwa's profile for Women's Month
Inga Kimu née Makuwa is the Senior Sales Engineer at Multotec Manufacturing, where she is responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships, exceeding sales targets, and driving sustainable business growth. Born in Pretoria on 20 March 1986, Inga holds a degree in Chemical Engineering and has built a successful career by combining technical expertise with a passion for delivering value to customers.
For Inga, engineering is as much about people as it is about technology. She believes that understanding customers' needs, providing practical solutions, and building long-term partnerships are key to success in the mining industry. Her dedication and customer-centric approach have enabled her to consistently deliver results, with one of her proudest achievements being the successful attainment of her sales budget for three consecutive years.
Working in a traditionally male-dominated sector has strengthened Inga's belief in leading through action. Her leadership style is founded on leading by example, remaining open-minded, embracing continuous learning, and sharing knowledge and experience with others. She believes that empowering colleagues and creating opportunities for growth are essential to building high-performing teams.
Inspired by influential global leaders such as Oprah Winfrey and Sir Richard Branson, Inga is motivated by individuals who have challenged convention, created lasting impact, and inspired others to reach their full potential.
Her personal philosophy, "Learn, Earn and Return," guides every aspect of her life and career. She believes that success should not only be measured by personal achievement, but also by the knowledge shared, opportunities created, and positive impact made on others.
Her message to women leaders across South Africa is simple yet powerful: "Work harder, be consistent and intentional, never give up, and continue to follow your dreams." She believes that resilience, perseverance, and purpose are the qualities that enable women to break barriers and create meaningful change in business and beyond.