Xolisa Phillip is a media all-rounder with experience as a sub-editor, news editor, business journalist, columnist, commentator and communications specialist. More recently, Xolisa covered the South African business sector, companies and the political economy for the Paris-based pan-African publication, The Africa Report. As the South Africa correspondent at The Africa Report, Xolisa interviewed captains of industry and political leaders. Xolisa also graced the stage in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, at the 2023 edition of The Africa CEO Forum, the continent's premier event for business, industry and decision-makers, to moderate two high-profile panels. Behind the scenes, Xolisa is a corporate whisperer who has a knack for special publications and annual reports. Xolisa is the co-author of the central bank's 100-year commemorative book.