Key skills and expertise

With 14 years of experience, the expert is proficient in business management, SMME development, and private sector initiatives across Southern Africa. Key skills include business management strategies, supply chain management, project feasibility studies, and business coaching. Background includes positions such as Managing Director at Sesiu Holdings and Operations Manager at MM Holdings, overseeing strategic direction, executive leadership evaluation, and project supervision. Recognized for innovation and leadership, the expert has successfully implemented marketing strategies and facilitated business turnarounds.

Project experience and donor exposure

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across sectors including rural development, micro-finance, SME and private sector, program and resource management, corporate social responsibility, and decentralization and local development. Previously held roles such as Managing Director and Operations Manager, with responsibilities in strategic planning, business management, and supply chain oversight. The expert's work is primarily focused on the Southern African region, leveraging interdisciplinary knowledge in business management and innovation.

Bringing extensive experience in the Southern African region, particularly in Lesotho, the expert possesses deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, contributing to business management and SMME development across the area.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, Sotho, and Zulu, the expert utilizes these languages in professional settings across Southern Africa. These language skills have facilitated effective communication in multilingual teams and diverse business environments.

With a background in Social Sciences, the expert holds a Bachelor of Arts in Social Arts, specializing in Political Science, Administration, and Economics from the National University of Lesotho. Additionally, the expert completed high school education at Sefika High School in Lesotho.