Our Board of Directors

Fred Arendse President

Fred Arendse

Experience:

Three decades of experience in the mining industry.

Plays an active leadership role in promoting peace and stability in the South African mining industry.

Holds a degree in HR and Business Management.

Martin Schermers Treasurer

Martin Schermers

Experience:

Four decades of experience across various fields with a sterling financial background.

Extensive experience and understanding in all aspects of governance, finance, IFRS, and more.

Holds a B Com Degree and is an AGA(SA).

Adv Thabo Mokoena Non-Executive

Adv Thabo Mokoena

Experience:

Mining and Energy Consultant. Former Director General of Mineral Resources and Energy.

Experienced public servant and business leader. Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Postgraduate Diploma in Law.

Currently pursuing an LLM in Environmental and Energy Law.

Jimmy Gama Non-Executive Director

Jimmy Gama

Experience:

Three decades of experience across various disciplines.

Treasurer General of AMCU in 2011 and 2019.

PC Specialist Diploma, Effective Manager Certificate, and has completed numerous leadership courses.

Management

Nkosinathi Mdlolo Corporate Development Coordinator

Nkosinathi Mdlolo

Experience:

Holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice and pursuing an MPhil in Inclusive Innovation, University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business.

Seven years of experience in business development and stakeholder engagement, including five years delivering key services and leading negotiations in the mining sector.

Led the expansion of operations and partnerships across Africa, enhancing market presence and brand visibility.

Lisa-Lou Arendse Chief Operating Officer

Lisa-Lou Arendse

Experience:

Holds a BA in International Relations, Sociology, and Business from Monash Australia, and is pursuing an LLB.

Accomplished leader in Humanitarian Entrepreneurial Endeavours across Automotive, Mining, Legal, Education, and Training sectors.

Generates value, growth, and sustainability for businesses, stakeholders, and communities.

Serves as Director of the Board at SSC Group, overseeing communication and corporate affairs.

Ashwin Willemse Executive: Stakeholder Affairs

Ashwin Willemse

Experience:

More than 15 years of leadership and management experience in the mining industry.

Core focus on Stakeholder dynamics and the structural design and management of Stakeholder relations.

Experience in sustainable development, social development and community development.

Former professional rugby player, broadcaster and public commentator with a Master’s degree in Entrepreneurship and New Venture.

JMC Support

Kgabo Moabelo

Kgabo Moabelo

Experience:

A seasoned executive with experience in various sectors, including energy, financial services, information technology, and mining. He has also served on several company boards.

He holds an MSc in Engineering Business Management and two degrees in Industrial Psychology.

Worgan-Lee Arendse

Worgan-Lee Arendse

Experience:

Equipped with a BCom Degree specializing in Strategic Management. Seasoned expert in business development with experience in mining and investment sectors.

Drives business profitability across the Group’s diverse mining operations. Promotes operational excellence and growth through strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement.

Dr. Godknows Mudimu

Dr. Godknows Mudimu

Experience:

Admitted attorney, holding a PhD in commercial law, an LLM in Human Rights, an LLB and a BSocSc.

He possesses expertise in crafting sustainable development solutions for mining companies and communities affected by mining operations.

He is a registered member of SAIOSH and a research associate at MLiA.