Non Executive Management

Khuliso Kennedy Maimela
Board Chairperson

Khuliso Kennedy Maimela
Board Chairperson
Seymour M. Lipset dubbed economic development a “social requisite to democracy,” considering factors such as national wealth, a large degree of industrialization, and high levels of education to be necessary fertilizers to prepare a breeding ground for democracy.
Khuliso intends to contribute immensely to the realisation and achievement of the Tshwane Strategic Development objectives as part of the diverse team of the TEDA Board.
Kennedy is an Alumni of the University of Cape Town, University of the Western Cape and, the University of Pittsburgh (USA) where he holds the following qualifications: Bachelor of Social Science and Humanities, Honours in Public Administration and Human Resources and , Master in Public and International Affairs (MPIA) Economics and Social Development specialization.
He holds Certificates in 1. Foundation for Executive Coaching, 2. Operations Management, from the University of Cape Town. He has also done a Six Sigma, Green Belt Certificate programme with Villanova University, USA. The experience in Academia is traceable to the following institutions in the Republic of South Africa and the United States of America: University of Venda; University of the Limpopo (Former North); Rennes1 University, France; Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, USA; Wits Business School; Wits School of Government and; Wits Enterprise.
Khuliso served as an Individual Independent Contractor (IIC) for the National School of Government, former Palama for more than 10 years. He is the former President of SAAPAM (South African Association of Public Administration and Management. He served as a Council Member and Chairperson of Human Resources Committee of the University of Venda. He also served as a Member and Chairperson of Human Resources Committee of the CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board.
He is the CEO of Vari Holdings (Pty)Ltd and is a Corporate Business Consultant in Leadership Development, Strategy Development & Facilitation, Programme and Project Management, Organisational Design, Business Process Reengineering, Impact studies, Human Resource Management, Change Management, Conflict and Diversity Management. He is a registered Skills Development Facilitator.

Anjue Hirachund
Board Member

Anjue Hirachund
Board Member
She is an expert at providing inspired leadership company wide and creating high-level decisions about policy, strategy and performance.
Amongst her accolades, as the Head of the Automotive Regulatory Division, Anjue was the first woman representative for South Africa at the United Nations’ World Forum for the Harmonisation of Motor Vehicle Regulations since 2008. Academically she is a Chemical Engineer and holds a MBA degree amongst her other qualifications.
In her current role as a Business Consultant, Anjue is adept at reporting to and consulting for a board of directors and/or multinationals. She has a proven-track record of success in developing and implementing company/business strategy and implementation of the relevant shareholders compact. She has the ability to act as primary spokesperson for the company and is skilled in driving the company’s culture and overall company vision, as well as creating an environment to promote great performance and positive morale.
In addition to her current work, Anjue is an Executive Coach for women in corporate operating on an international platform. She is passionate about sharing knowledge and information with the intention to assist individuals and corporations to move beyond their challenges to achieve the success that they desire. As an international speaker, she is currently the visionary behind the “Leave your Legacy Revolution” whose mission is to empower individuals to become empowered, to leave their legacy!
As a budding author, she is working on having her first book published in early 2022.

Jan Mocke
Board Member

Jan Mocke
Board Member
Jan Mocke is a qualified electronic engineer (University of Pretoria), who has completed a Masters in Business Leadership at Unisa. After working as consulting engineer, he joined the IDC for a number of years. He later spent many years in senior management positions in agricultural organisations, including Sapekoe Estates and Mount Carmel Farms.
He was also COO at the Joburg Market for seven years, after which he served on the Joburg Market Board for two terms. He also served as Board Chairman at the Joburg Market. He now works as an independent consultant on the development of fresh produce markets and agriculture projects.
He is playing an instrumental role in the design and construction of the new Mpumalanga International Fresh Produce Market, introducing various industry leading features.

Siyabonga Mbanjwa
Board Member

Siyabonga Mbanjwa
Board Member
Siyabonga Mbanjwa
Siyabonga Mbanjwa is the CEO of Pace Group of companies, comprising Pace Property Group, Pace Project Management, and Pace Power & Energy. He was previously the CEO of Delta Property Fund, a JSE-listed REIT, and the Regional Managing Director of SENER, a Spanish engineering and technology group.
He established SENER’s first office in Sub-Saharan Africa where the company focused on providing engineering procurement and construction services in the renewables, power, and oil & gas sectors. He has been involved in South Africa’s Renewable Energy IPP Procurement Programme since its inception in 2011 and has worked with several international investors, developers, EPC contractors, and lenders.
Siyabonga honed his economic development experience as Chairperson of the Investment Committee and Board member at the Gauteng Partnership Fund, Treasurer of the European Union Chamber of Commerce (SA), and Deputy Chairman of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce (SA).
Qualifications:
- BSc Construction Management
- MSc Project Management
- MBA
- International Executive Development Programme
- Managing Power Sector Reform & Regulation
He holds these qualifications from UCT, Wits, London Business School, and the University of Pretoria.

Paul Serote
Board Member

Paul Serote
Board Member
Paul Serote CA(SA), RA
Paul is the founder of Kago Solutions and Advisory, an advisory practice he founded a decade ago. He is an experienced corporate executive with a career spanning over 25 years. He has been in senior management roles within both the private sector and public sector. Some of the roles include:
- Head of Finance Liberty Corporate Benefits
- Financial Director of Budget Rent a Car
- Corporate Executive at Auditor General of South Africa
- Head of Property Management Trading Entity
Paul has a particular interest in the property sector both in an advisory capacity and as an investor. He serves on a number of boards and audit committees.
Qualifications:
- Chartered Accountant
- B.Compt
- Post Graduate Diplomas in Accounting and Business Administration
- MPhil (International Business)
- Currently studying for an MSc in Real Estate
Executive Management

Dr Lardo Stander
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Dr Lardo Stander
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Osiame Mokoena
Acting Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Osiame Mokoena
Acting Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Masilo Maepa
Acting Executive: Corporate Shared Services

Masilo Maepa
Acting Executive: Corporate Shared Services