Paul van Zyl

Paul van Zyl served as the Executive Secretary of South Africa’s post-apartheid Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Paul also co-founded the International Centre for Transitional Justice, an organisation that works in over 40 countries that have endured massive human rights violations under repression conflict. Paul is also a co-founder and CEO of Maiyet, an ethical luxury fashion brand that cultivates traditional design and culture by partnering with global artisans. Most recently, Paul co-founded The Conduit, which serves as a home for those committed to improving the world by harnessing the power of creativity and entrepreneurship. The Conduit serves as a home for a diverse community of people passionate about social change.

Paul van Zyl

Jun 20 2025

Public health was born here — are we forgetting its lesson?

Illuminem Voices

Wellbeing · Public Governance

In 1854, the birth of modern public health began in London — but today, rising climate threats, vaccine shortages, and funding gaps risk undoing its lessons unless urgent action is taken