Big news from the Purple Group… Sascha Graham-Walsh, our head of legal, has been selected for the Legal 500 GC Powerlist: South Africa 2026. In other words, she’s officially recognised as one of the country’s leading in-house legal minds.

Leadership Recognised on a National Stage

The GC Powerlist celebrates top General Counsel and senior in-house lawyers whose leadership and impact stand out nationally. Selection is based on independent research, so this isn’t a popularity contest. It’s a serious nod to real influence, smart thinking and meaningful contribution.

“Anyone who knows Sascha knows this recognition didn’t happen overnight,” says Carel Nolte, Chief Enablement Officer of EasyEquities (part of the Purple Group). “She has been with Purple Group through different stages of growth and change, helping steer the business as it scaled, evolved and pushed into new territory. In a fast-moving fintech environment, that takes sharp judgement, calm under pressure and a willingness to keep learning.”

And that’s the thing. Yes, conversations about salary and broader financial reform matter. They always will. But careers are also shaped by experience, opportunity and exposure to diverse challenges. Sascha has grabbed those opportunities and grown with them. That’s part of what makes this moment so special.

Carel says Sascha’s recognition reflects both her talent and the culture around her.

“Sascha has been an anchor for us through multiple phases of growth,” he says.
“She combines legal precision with commercial awareness, and she understands that enabling innovation responsibly is part of building something that lasts. All while being an exceptional mother and wife. We are thrilled to see her recognised on the Legal 500 GC Powerlist.”

Sascha says:  “I am deeply honoured to be recognised in this publication and deeply thankful to the Purple Group for giving me the opportunity to be at the forefront of disruption and innovation in our industry. Huge thanks to the dream team of internal lawyers and external counsel who I have the privilege of walking this journey with.”

To Sascha: Congratulations! You’ve shown that legal leadership can be strategic, dynamic and very much part of the action. Here’s to the next chapter."

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