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Zodwa-Mbele

Zodwa Mbele

Executive Director (Chief Financial Officer)

Born: 1971
Executive Director from 2 October 2023

Zodwa’s extensive experience in financial leadership roles, coupled with her qualifications and executive education, positions her as a highly competent professional capable of driving financial strategies and operational excellence within the DBSA.

With a solid foundation in finance and executive education, Zodwa Mbele has previously held key positions at the Development Bank of Southern Africa, including General Manager of Finance, Acting CFO, and Group Executive: Transacting.

Zodwa Mbele is a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) with additional certification in International Treasury Management (UK), showcasing her expertise in financial management and treasury operations. Her commitment to continuous learning is evident through her attendance at prestigious programmes such as the Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Programme, the Stellenbosch Business School's Executive Development Programme, and the Wits Business School's Management Advanced Programme.