Born: 1960
Independent Non-executive Director from 2 October 2023

Barry Hore brings invaluable insights and strategic direction to the DBSA, where his expertise can facilitate innovation and digital transformations aligned with the Bank's objectives of fostering economic development and financial inclusion in the region.

Hore’s expertise encompasses a profound understanding of banking information technology & operations across corporate and retail sectors including a comprehensive knowledge of ICT infrastructure, cybersecurity, banking regulation and process engineering. His experience extends beyond ICT and banking. He is a strategy, operations, and change management expert with the ability to transform ideas into delivery. Noteworthy achievements include overseeing the modernization and digitisation of SARS and playing a leading role in establishing Discovery Bank as a real-time, ‘mobile-first, digital native’ bank from an idea to its successful launch. With such a robust background, Hore brings invaluable insights and strategic direction to the DBSA, where his expertise can facilitate technological advancements and digital transformations aligned with the Bank's objectives of fostering economic development and financial inclusion in the region. 

He holds a BCom from the University of Natal as well a certificate from Harvard University's Advanced Management Programme.

Born: 1967
Independent Non-executive Director from 2 October 2023

Jonathan’s extensive experience and leadership skills make him an asset in driving organisational growth, fostering talent development, and promoting sustainable transformation initiatives within the Development Bank of Southern Africa. With over 30 years of experience in human resources, he is a prominent HR executive known for his leadership and transformational expertise.

Muthige's career is distinguished by his exceptional blend of leadership experience in both operations and human resources, spanning South Africa and international markets. In addition to his corporate roles, he contributes to the nonprofit sector as a Non-Executive Director of Help2Read, demonstrating his commitment to social impact and community development.

Muthige holds a BA Hons from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, along with professional certifications including a PMD from Damelin, a Strategic HR Management Programme from Harvard Business School, and a certificate in Advanced Management Programme from the Wharton Business School.

Born: 1956
Independent Non-executive Director from 2 October 2023

Joel’s multifaceted background, combined with his leadership abilities, positions him as an asset in driving strategic initiatives and fostering effective governance within organisations, including the Development Bank of Southern Africa.

Renowned for his political acumen and executive experience, he currently serves as the executive director of the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA) and as a member of the Presidential State-Owned Enterprises Council (PSEC) and the Board of Life Healthcare Group. He previously served on the Boards of NEDBANK Group and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

Aside from his experience in policy formulation, his strengths include research, strategic planning and communication. Netshitenzhe holds an MSc in Financial Economics and a PGDip in Economic Principles from the University of London (SOAS). Additionally, he pursued studies in medicine at the then-University of Natal, abandoned when he left for exile during the apartheid era.

Born: 1968
Independent Non-executive Director from 2 October 2023

Prof. Pieterse's extensive expertise and leadership positions make him an asset to the Development Bank of Southern Africa, where his insights and networks can inform and shape the bank's strategies and initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development and addressing poverty in the region.

With a distinguished career spanning academia, policy development, and non-profit leadership, Prof. Pieterse is a highly accomplished professional.

In his role as Director of the African Centre for Cities, he has spearheaded a prominent research platform dedicated to sustainable human settlements across Africa, establishing himself as a leading authority in the field.

Professor Edgar Pieterse holds a PhD from the London School of Economics & Political Science,  MA: in Politics of Alternative Development Strategies, Institute of Social Studies, The Hague, 1995 and a BA: in Social Science from the University of the Western Cape.