PHUTHI MAHANYELE-DABENGWA: GROUP EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & BOARD LEADER

Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa is a distinguished South African executive, philanthropist, and global business influencer recognized for her leadership across finance, technology, and infrastructure sectors. As the South African CEO of Naspers & Prosus and an Executive Director on both boards, she shapes strategy, drives European government relations, and steers one of Africa’s largest and most influential technology and media groups. In addition, she serves as an independent director at Vodacom Group and contributes to the UN Global Compact Network South Africa, promoting sustainable, inclusive, and purpose-driven business practices.

Before joining Naspers in 2019, Phuthi co-founded Sigma Capital, serving as Executive Chairperson, and held senior leadership roles at Shanduka Group, the Development Bank of Southern Africa, and Fieldstone in New York and Johannesburg, where she specialized in project finance and infrastructure investment. Her career reflects a unique combination of financial expertise, strategic insight, and the ability to build global partnerships that drive growth and societal impact.

Phuthi’s contributions have earned her international recognition, including placements on Fortune’s Most Powerful Women International list, CNBC Africa’s All Africa Business Leaders Woman of the Year, Forbes Woman Africa’s Businesswoman of the Year, and honors as a World Economic Forum Global Young Leader. Known for her commitment to inclusive growth and ethical governance, she combines visionary leadership with a passion for making meaningful contributions to business, society, and communities across Africa and beyond, demonstrating that true influence stems from purpose, expertise, and the ability to empower others.