Afribiz is led by a multi-disciplinary team of founders, executives and specialists spanning infrastructure, finance, technology, legal and international trade. Together they steer a group of nearly 30 subsidiaries and more than 3,000 employees across six markets.
Visionary founder of Afribiz Invest, Dr. Collen Mashawana has spent his career creating transformative business opportunities across Africa. His journey began at Microsoft South Africa and evolved through senior roles in construction, engineering and ICT before founding Afribiz. He also founded the Collen Mashawana Foundation, an African philanthropic initiative focused on housing, education and poverty eradication.
A career rooted in technology, strategy and public-sector collaboration — from senior account executive at Arivia.Kom serving the Department of Water Affairs & Forestry, to strategic ICT roles within the City of Joburg. Cecil champions Black Economic Empowerment in the IT sector and has directly contributed to Johannesburg's 2030 vision for infrastructure and innovation.
A dynamic leader across financial services, construction, property development and insurance. CEO of Afribiz Invest and board member of multiple subsidiaries, Pongo also drives the Enable Women Mentorship Programme, supporting female entrepreneurs to scale in traditionally male-dominated infrastructure sectors.
B.Economics, Chartered Accountant (ICAA, Australia & New Zealand). A seasoned CFO and C-Suite executive with 25+ years across finance, property, technology, logistics and global finance systems. Founder of Evans Partners advisory firm and a global strategic officer at the World Economic Forum.
12+ years across public and private sectors, specialising in financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, budget and strategic planning. Deep command of FICA, IFRS, GAAP and PFMA, with proven strength in financial modelling, risk and operations management.
15+ years in project management and civil engineering. Delivered flagship programmes including IDT ASIDI Schools, the Impendle Water Treatment & Roads Programme, and the R92m Magaliesburg School Project. Trained in NEC-3, GCC and FIDIC construction contracts.
Born and educated in China with a degree in Computer Application and Maintenance. Leads a company facilitating multi-sector trade between China and South Africa, bridging international markets in technology, commerce and trade for the Afribiz group.
Experienced project manager overseeing multiple Afribiz projects — managing costs, ensuring compliance and negotiating cost-saving procurement. Previously a Procurement Specialist at Vodacom, currently pursuing a Commerce Degree in Project Management at MANCOSA.
Founder and principal of J.J. Badenhorst & Associate Attorneys (est. 1978). Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa in 1978. Oversees group-wide legal affairs, compliance and strategy across infrastructure, property, finance, logistics and technology.
