Mantombi Mapanzela

Before entering the business world, Ms. Mapanzela served as a lecturer at Mokopane College of Education for ten years, setting the foundation for her lifelong commitment to education and leadership. Her business acumen is evidenced in her role as National President of the NAFCOC Women’s Chamber, and as Managing Member of Abigail Construction and Cosmo Leisure as well as National Chairperson of SAWIMA.

Her governance experience includes serving as a director ,of several prominent entities, including:

• Capricorn FM, one of Limpopo’s leading commercial radio stations
• Foskor Zicornia
• SAWIMIH

Ms. Mapanzela holds numerous academic qualifications, reflecting her passion for continuous learning and development. These include:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) – University of Limpopo
• Bradum Baccalaurei Education (B.Ed) – University of Limpopo
• Management Advancement Program (MAP) – Wits Graduate School of Business Administration
• Diploma in Pedagogy (Dipl Paed) – University of Limpopo
• Diploma in Library and Information Science – University of Limpopo
• Diploma in Specialised Education (Media Centre Science) – University of South Africa
• Corporate Governance Development Program – Institute of Directors in Southern Africa
• Her work and leadership have been recognised through several prestigious awards, including:
• SAWIMA – Leadership Award
• SAWIC – Recognition for Leadership
• Technology for Women in Business (TWIB) – Empowerment through Technology
• Limpopo Women Achiever (Business Category) – Limpopo Government
• Entrepreneur of the Year (2000) – Sanlam/Sowetan

Mantombi Mapanzela continues to champion inclusive growth and transformation within the mining and construction sectors, inspiring the next generation of women leaders in South Africa.