People moves

Dawid Swart has joined legal tech company Afriwise as CFO, bringing experience from senior finance roles across technology and professional services businesses.

Tevin Govender has taken on the role of regional CFO for South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa at Estée Lauder, following almost four years in finance leadership roles at Coca-Cola.

Ricardo Sardien has been appointed interim group chief executive officer at Old Mutual Botswana. He brings more than 16 years of experience across finance, operations, governance, risk management and strategic leadership to the role.

Former Discovery Health Medical Scheme CFO Joy Malete has been appointed regional finance director for Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific at Sage.

Experienced finance executive Aneshree Naidoo has joined Bowmans as group CFO, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience across professional services, consulting and technology.

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has appointed seasoned finance executive Maureen Manyama as chief financial officer, bringing more than 25 years of leadership experience across state-owned entities, financial services and higher education.

The Botswana Gambling Authority has appointed Tshepang Magang as chief financial officer, elevating an experienced finance leader with more than 15 years of expertise in financial management, governance, risk and regulatory compliance.

Chartered accountant Veliswa Rozani joins PPC Africa as executive director and chief financial officer, bringing more than two decades of financial leadership experience across multinational and South African businesses.

Discovery Green has appointed renewable energy finance specialist Daniel Zinman as its new chief financial officer, bringing two decades of project finance experience across the sub-Saharan African power sector.

Francois van Rooyen will succeed long-serving group CFO Jan Hofmeyr following a transition period, as OUTsurance opts for an internal leadership handover.

Veteran finance and audit leader Bongi Ngoma has been appointed deputy auditor-general at the Auditor-General of South Africa, bringing more than two decades of experience in finance, governance, auditing and organisational leadership to the role.

Seasoned finance executive and chartered accountant Sumari Coetzee has been appointed CFO of Sanlam Retail Affluent, bringing nearly two decades of experience across the financial services and insurance sectors.

Attacq has appointed Peter de Villiers as CFO effective 1 June 2026, following his tenure as interim CFO and years of leadership in shaping the group’s investment strategy and portfolio management.

Taryn Woodbridge has been appointed CEO of Mercedes-Benz South Africa, following a career spanning more than two decades within the organisation.

Thiru Naicker will take over as Nampak’s CFO and executive director from 1 August, succeeding Glenn Fullerton.

Yoco co-founder Bradley Wattrus will once again take up the role as head of finance.

Trellidor has announced the appointment of Jennifer Erasmus as its chief financial officer and executive director, effective 1 July.

Claims and ancillary services provider Brolink has announced the appointment of Lerato Luula as its new chief financial officer, with effect from April.

JSE-listed mining group Tharisa has announced the appointment of Jacques Breytenbach as its new chief finance officer designate, with effect from 1 May.

After an impressive eight-year climb through the ranks from project accountant, globally-experienced CA(SA) Melani De Castro has officially stepped into the chief financial officer role at JSE-listed group Crookes Brothers.

Finance veteran Shadi Makhuvele has been appointed as the new group chief financial officer of Afrirent Holdings, bringing nearly 25 years of experience to the company as it expands beyond fleet management.

After an 11-year tenure steering the company through significant change, Nampak CFO Glenn Fullerton will step down from his role.

Mary-Anne Musekiwa has taken up a new CFO role at Orbis Investments after serving seven years at Coronation Fund.

PSG Group investment executive Dries Mellet has been appointed as the new financial director of Zeder, replacing Johann le Roux, who stepped down on 28 February.

Nico Nieuwenhuis began his new chapter as head of finance Africa in Aggreko in January, bringing with him more than three decades of cross-industry financial leadership experience spanning auditing, mining, petroleum, IT and consulting.

His departure marks the close of a 14-year chapter that began on 1 May 2012, when he joined the Group as CFO.

Megan moves into the chief financial officer position after serving as the group’s COO

Martin brings more than three decades of banking and financial services experience, including previous senior leadership roles at Postbank and Deutsche Bank locally and abroad.

Aimee has been with the firm since 2007 and has held several senior positions across Coronation-related entities.

Wilson is an accomplished finance executive with a career spanning more than eight years within the Standard Bank Group.

Sasha Brown starts a new chapter in Melbourne as finance director for Champion Petfoods Australia.

Raj brings 20 years of experience to his new role at the data centre operator.

Andile has over a decade of experience in assurance and internal audit.

Henry will lead the poultry producer’s finance division before CFO Johan Geel officially takes over.

Pretty will fill a key role, which has been vacant for over a year, at the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) as of February.

Bothwell, winner of the 2025 CFO South Africa Finance & ESG Award, begins his new chapter at the mining giant in London.

Rajiv officially heads up the finance department after serving two years as a fractional CFO.

Thembelihle brings over 16 years of experience from the private and public sectors to her new role.

Nelly Kiogora Toroitich takes on her new role in Johannesburg after serving as finance director at Unilever East Africa.

Johan is an accomplished finance executive who most recently served as CFO at diversified agriculture group, Afgri.

Zeda has appointed experienced finance leader Tsogo Rooi as its chief financial officer, bringing extensive expertise from the automotive and professional services sectors.

Senwes Group has announced the appointment of veteran chartered accountant Derek Engelbrecht as its chief financial officer, effective 6 January 2026.

Pick n Pay has appointed seasoned financial leader Tina Rookledge to its executive team as part of a structured succession plan. She will step into the CFO role after the August 2026 AGM, taking over from long-serving finance head Lerena Olivier.

Tata International Africa Distribution has appointed seasoned finance executive Rochelle Gabriels as its CFO, marking her return to the corporate arena after a short career break.

Brand South Africa has appointed seasoned public-sector finance leader and 2025 CFO of the Year nominee Sherylee Moonsamy as its chief financial officer. With a career spanning senior roles across national institutions and municipal entities, she steps into the role with deep experience in governance, strategy and financial stewardship.

Westfalia Fruit Africa has appointed Bongani Manzi as its new finance director.

Massmart has appointed seasoned finance executive Tendani Sikhwivhilu as its new vice-president.

Barloworld has announced the appointment of Relebohile Mosaletseng Sehoole Malahleha as its new group finance director, effective 1 December 2025, following the retirement of Nopasika Vuyelwa Lila after a successful six-year tenure.

After serving as the company’s CFO for more than two years, Bryan has now been appointed as managing director of Reflex.

Astral Foods has announced that its CFO, Dries Ferreira, will step down from his role at the end of January 2026 to take up a new opportunity in the industrial sector.

Experienced finance leader Zakariya Alli has been appointed as the new chief financial officer of Nexia SAB&T.

Newly appointed Planet42 CEO, Marc Alvey, is on a mission to make mobility more accessible through disciplined capital allocation, team empowerment and a people-focused leadership style. Marc was appointed as CEO of Planet42 as of 1 September, 2024.

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has announced the appointment of Valdene Reddy as its new group chief executive officer, effective 1 April 2026.

EFT Corporation has appointed seasoned finance leader Adri Führi as its new group chief financial officer, effective immediately.

Putprop has appointed Alicia Nolte as its new executive director and financial director, effective 1 January 2026, succeeding James Smith who is retiring.

NTT Data has appointed Jafar Kuruniyan as chief financial officer for its Middle East and Africa (MEA) operations.

Following the merger between Canal+ and Multichoice Group, Nicolas Dandoy has been appointed chief financial officer, succeeding Timothy Jacobs.

Heidi Koegelenberg has been named executive director and financial director of Marshall Monteagle.

Frontier has announced the appointment of Ulandy Junine Gribble as its new CFO.

After more than 16 years at Sanofi South Africa, including six as CFO, Lynette Biddulph has taken on a new challenge as CFO at Cipla Africa, based in Cape Town.

Novus Holdings has announced the appointment of Kim Julies as its new group chief financial officer and executive director.

Cummins Africa Middle East has appointed Prosperity Zondi as its new regional finance director.

British American Tobacco has appointed Javed Iqbal as interim chief financial officer following the departure of Soraya Benchikh.

The Market Theatre Foundation has appointed Devi Padayachee as CFO. She brings extensive public sector experience, having led financial turnarounds and clean audits at the Ekurhuleni Housing Company.

Standard Bank Group chief finance and value management officer Arno Daehnke will step down at the end of 2027.

PPS Investments has announced the appointment of Sumaya Parker as its new CFO, effective July 2025.

The Johannesburg Social Housing Company has announced the appointment of Floyd Rikhotso as its new CFO.

Motus Emerging Brands has welcomed Thembi Mazibuko as its new financial director.

Metair has announced the appointment of Alastair Walker as its new chief financial officer and executive director.

Sanlam Retail Mass has named Anele Mbuya as its new chief financial officer.

Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority has appointed Andisa Zinja as its new chief financial officer.

Myles Kritzinger has been appointed as group CFO at Burstone, effective 1 September 2025.

Henriette Hooijer has been appointed CFO designate of DRDGold. She will take over from long-standing CFO and 2024 Finance & ESG Award winner, Riaan Davel.

Xolani Mbambo will take on the role of CFO and executive director at Kumba Iron Ore from 1 January 2026.

AECI has confirmed the permanent appointment of Ian Kramer as CFO and executive director

Mary-Anne’s exit marks the end of an era of over six years, with a transition plan in place to ensure business continuity.

With over two decades of financial leadership experience, Brendon Lucke brings deep industry insights to his new role as CFO of Commercial Cold Holdings (CCH).

Mikaeel Tayob has been promoted to regional CFO at Bridgestone Middle East & Africa FZE, marking a significant milestone in his finance career.

Patrick Dlamini takes the helm at the Public Investment Corporation from 1 June 2025.

The newly-appointed finance leader has a range of experience across small- and medium enterprises as well as non-profits and listed companies.

Aubrey Dali has returned to his role as CFO for Daybreak Foods.

Theo Malan has been appointed as the new CFO of Pro Admin.

Victor Sekgabu Ngake has been appointed as chief financial officer at Tlou Coal.

Prosus and Naspers have confirmed the appointment of Nico Marais as Group CFO, effective immediately.

Neethling Prinsloo has joined Patagonia as chief financial and administration officer.

Mike Smits has been appointed as group managing director at payment solutions provider EFT Corporation, stepping out of his role as CFO.

Juliette Da Silva has been appointed as CFO for Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) South Africa.

Michelle Isaacs has been appointed as CFO for BP Southern Africa.

Muneer Ismail will be joining FirstRand as group executive for corporate and enterprise banking.

Seacom has appointed Charl Slabbert as the group CFO.

Freddie Meyer has been appointed as CFO for renewable energy company Mulilo.

Capitec CEO and co-founder Gerrie Fourie will step down from his role in July 2025.

Riaan Koppeschaar will continue in his role as finance director for Exxaro, following the appointment of seasoned mining executive Ben Magara as CEO, effective 1 April 2025.

Gugulethu was previously the CFO for Sonae Arauco, where she was the finance head for almost three years.

Kenny Fihla has been appointed as chief executive officer and executive director of Absa Group and Absa Bank. His appointment is effective from 17 June, subject to regulatory approval.

Luke Woodford has been appointed as chief financial officer for FirstRand: Broader Africa.

Averen Deonanan has been appointed as the CFO of Smollan.

Johan Snyman has taken on the role of chief financial officer at leading independent diamond mining company Petra Diamonds.

He will assume the role of CFO and executive director effective 1 March 2025.

Vurhonga joins Bonitas with a strong background in auditing and governance.

Avashnee steps into a new role

Kush steps into the role effective 1 January 2025.

The interim CFO and executive director will be made permanent effective 1 March 2025.

Komathie brings a wealth of public sector experience to the Innovation Hub.

Afrimat has appointed both Pieter de Wit as CFO and Andre Smith, as permanent deputy CFO.

Charl Keyter, the chief financial officer at Sibanye-Stillwater, has been appointed as the interim chief commercial and development officer, effective immediately.

DJ takes over the position after an eight-month personal break.

Nthanyiseni joins the education institution from the Durban University of Technology.

Harina steps into the role effective 1 January 2025.

Karly takes on the role at the retail, property, and telemedia group after the CFO steps down.

Ian’s interim role will assist with a smooth transition over the next six months while AECI a new permanent CFO.

Riaan Erasmus’s new role forms part of the succession plan and aims to optimise the group’s property portfolio.

Nontobeko Ndimande’s new position follows the CFO role at Johannesburg Social and Housing Company.

Longstanding Exxaro FD remains in finance role, but is now also interim CEO.

Thato Moloele to officially take CFO role from 1 February 2025.

After being interim CFO, Lihle Mbele is now permanent, and also appointed executive director of the health company.

Wiehann Joubert moves from acting CFO to permanent position.

Nico Marais assumes the role of interim CFO at Naspers and Prosus group, effective 2 December 2024.

TransUnion Africa acting CFO Jason Hawkins has been promoted to permanent CFO and vice president.

The AfroCentric Group CFO will become the group CFO at AdvTech.