Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng is a South African medical doctor, public health advocate and global human rights leader known for her outspoken and principled work on sexual and reproductive health and rights. Trained as a medical practitioner, she has built a career at the intersection of healthcare, policy and social justice, using both clinical experience and public engagement to challenge stigma, inequality and barriers to care. Her work is grounded in a firm belief that access to accurate health information and quality services is a fundamental human right, particularly for women, young people and marginalised communities.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr Mofokeng has played a significant role in shaping national and international conversations on reproductive justice, gender-based violence, bodily autonomy and health equity. She has served in high-level advisory and leadership roles, including as a United Nations Special Rapporteur on the right to health, where she has advocated for rights-based health systems and accountability from governments and institutions. Widely respected for her clarity, courage and ethical leadership, Dr Mofokeng continues to influence policy, empower communities and inspire a new generation of health professionals and activists across South Africa and globally.