Xola has been instrumental in leading ongoing substantive change and institutional
transformation in Buffalo City through effective leadership and the provision of guidance to municipal officials. He has held numerous leadership roles in various fields.
Cllr. Xola Pakati
SACN Council Chairperson
Yolisa has extensive knowledge in the government sector and in public and transport policy, and has wide-ranging experience in integrated transport planning, managing stakeholders and planning and implementing complex and multi-disciplinary capital projects.
Yolisa Kani
SACN Board Chairperson
At afesis-corplan, Nontando deals with matters of local governance and urban settlements, and previously worked with the Urban Services Group and the Academy of Science of South Africa. She has held numerous leadership roles.
Nontando Ngamlana
Board Member
A Human Resources and Strategy Specialist with over 20 years of experience working in the Higher Education, Private and Public sector space. Dr Paul is currently Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Resources and Operations at the Central University of Technology (CUT).
Dr. Gary Paul
Board Member
Trained in actuarial science, with extensive hands-on experience working in the following areas: data and analytics, retail (private), banking, insurance, investments, financial planning and travel. She is project-oriented, client-focused and makes decisions and sets strategy based on long-term vision, possessing strong consultative and networking skills with the ability to communicate at all levels with both business and technology leaders.
Siobhain O'Mahony
Board Member
Executive Committee
Nosipho is an urbanist with extensive experience in strategy development and implementation. Her focus is program development and evaluation across different sectors, including the built environment, finance, social services and economics in public, private and non-profit industries.
Nosipho Hlatshwayo
CEO
Yolisa focuses on financial reporting and compliance, risk management, establishing guidelines for budget and forecast preparation, preparation of annual budgets and ensuring that South African Cities Network’s HR, IT infrastructure and legal needs are met.
Yolisa Dambuza
Executive Manager: Finance and Corporate Services
Luncedo has extensive experience in local government, municipal entities and non-profit organisations and has expertise in organisational planning and strategy, corporate governance, communications, stakeholder engagement and partnerships.
Luncedo Njezula
Executive Manager: Governance, Strategy and Partnerships
Office of The CEO
Rebecca is a qualified Project Manager & Business Analyst holding vast experience in Project Management having, implemented a number of Strategic Projects and Programmes at the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and previously at Dimension Data.
Rebecca Gatangí
Programme Manager: Innovation
Majaha engages with the internal SACN team, its partners, and participating cities to facilitate access to data and information for the maintenance and upkeep of SCODA.
Majaha Dlamini
Urban Data Manager
Makhosazane is the Office Manager at South African Cities Network, providing support to the Chief Executive Officer and Corporate Services.
Makhosazane Nxumalo
Office Manager
Fleshia is the administration officer at South African Cities Network and has been with organisation for over a year.
Thamaga Mokwana
Administration Officer
Programmes Team
Danga focuses on the management of municipal finances, the development of human capacity in the public sector and the participation of vulnerable communities in municipal governance.
Danga Mughogho
Programme Manager: Well-Governed Cities
Sadhna coordinates programmes at South African Cities Network by providing support and she assists in the conceptualisation and implementation of all South African Cities Network programme activities.
Sadhna Bhana
Programmes Coordinator
Siphelele is a researcher in the Inclusive Cities Programme at South African Cities Network and has a special interest in the interface between urban informality and the world-class aspirations of post-colonial Africa.
Siphelele Ngobese
Researcher
Kayla works as a project manager at South African Cities Network, conducting research into the issues and dynamics affecting municipalities and their goals of achieving built environment integration.
Kayla Hanna Brown
Project Manager: Programmes
Finance & Corporate Services
A qualified CA with 9 years of experience and expertise in accounting and auditing ranging from compilation of financial statements to consolidations and corporate governance compliance.
Sophia Hajee
Senior Financial Manager
Jean has worked predominantly in the accounting firm/auditing firm environment and joined South African Cities Network in April 2019.
Jean Chang
Accountant
He has considerable knowledge and working experience in the implementation of SCM rules, PPPFMA, BBBEE Act, and Supply Chain Management policies and procedures, as well as handling RFQs, RFPs, and tender processes. He’s also a dedicated, focused, and disciplined supply chain specialist with a track record of designing supply chain procedures and policies that help businesses achieve their objectives.
Jabulani Sandleni
Supply Chain Management Specialist
Governance, Strategy & Partnerships
Pholisa is an experienced professional in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and program development. She is passionate about development in Africa and believes that each of us have an obligation to contribute to the creation of a prosperous Africa.
Pholisa Magqibelo
Manager: Stakeholder Relations
Lwazi is responsible for driving the research agenda of SACN while keeping the focus of the organisation and its member cities on the shifts in the complex policy landscape as it affects the business of local government. He brings a vast set of skills and experience in urban planning, international relations, local economic development, stakeholder relations and applied research.
Lwazi Sikiti
Programme Manager: Policy, Research and Advocacy
With a background in digital communications and design, Shaun’s core focus is driving the internal and external communications of South African Cities Network across all digital platforms.
Shaun Watson
Multimedia and Communications Specialist
Kopano is a junior researcher in the South African Cities Network’s Policy Research and Advocacy unit. He provides support to member cities and allied organisations on various projects initiated by the SACN. His core focus is local economic development, urban politics, governance, and state-citizen relationships.
Kopano Ntsoane
Junior Researcher: Policy, Research & Advocacy