Born: 1978
Appointed: 1 April 2023
Executive Director from 1 June 2018
Her career is entrenched in the operations of the DBSA, Boitumelo brings value to the Bank with her experience in both the private and public sectors, including financial services, venture capital, healthcare, and professional services. Boitumelo has slotted seamlessly into her role of driving the strategy and operations of the institution, known as a trailblazer who ensured, insisted, and drove governance within the DBSA while in the role of CFO.
Boitumelo Mosako, made history by becoming the DBSA’s first woman CEO. Boitumelo assumed office in April 2023, ten years after first joining the DBSA’s finance division.
Boitumelo values inclusion, not talking only about including women and other marginalised groups but evolving the Bank into spaces where everyone feels included and therefore can participate comfortably to their fullest abilities. Fostering a culture of trust, transparency, continuous learning, and empowering teams to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Boitumelo’s expertise spans auditing, financial management, and strategy, acquired through roles at reputable organisations. Prior to joining the DBSA, she served as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS), where she played a crucial role in financial governance and strategy development. Previously, she held the position of General Manager of Finance at the DBSA, demonstrating her familiarity with the organisation's operations and financial landscape. Her career also includes stints at Triumph Venture Capital, Citigroup, and EY, where she honed her skills in financial analysis, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
A Chartered Accountant (SA) with over 12 years of experience in financial services, Boitumelo holds an Advanced Management Programme Certificate from Harvard Business School, a BBBEE Management Development Programme Certificate from UNISA, a Higher Diploma in Auditing, a Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting and a BCom Accounting Degree from the University of Cape Town.
