Working Together to Drive Systemic Change.
Our People
Since 2015, our global team have been delivering high-impact learning experiences that empower individuals and mission-aligned organisations. While our head office is in Cape Town, South Africa, we have a truly global workforce, collaborating to drive inclusive development in the digital economy.
Together with our board emeriti, board members, and expert network, our people are at the heart of Digital Frontiers. Whether designing learning journeys, cultivating partnerships, or supporting changemakers on the ground, they embody the values of collaboration, excellence, and impact that define who we are. Meet the global team responsible for the impact we make daily:
Amanda Dlali is a dedicated Credit Controller at Digital Frontiers, responsible for managing student accounts, overseeing payment collections, and maintaining accurate financial records. Her work ensures compliance with institutional policies while supporting learners and internal teams through clear communication and…
Andile Bidi holds a Bachelor of Arts (honours) degree in Social Sciences with specialisation in organisational psychology and sociology. He is a Certified Digital Financial Practitioner and a certified Gender Equality Changemaker. A Senior Programme Coordinator in the Programmes team…
Arielle Jaffe brings more than a decade of leadership at the intersection of strategy, partnerships and inclusive digital finance. She leads Strategic Partnerships & Strategy, building high-impact collaborations across fintech, development finance and ecosystem players to drive both commercial growth…
Belchior Muteca is a Growth and Partnerships Specialist at Digital Frontiers, where he helps design and strengthen partnerships that advance financial inclusion, digital transformation, and capacity building across Africa. His work focuses on connecting people, ideas, and organisations to drive…
As a Communications and Content Specialist at Digital Frontiers since May 2023, Bryanah Kirsten excels in digital content curation, proofreading and virtual event planning. Her role includes social listening, content ideation and curation, original content development, event marketing and content…
Caitlin Arendse is a Programme Coordinator for Toronto Centre. Before this, Caitlin was a Learning Facilitator at Digital Frontiers Institute, where she delivered transformative online learning experiences that empower professionals in digital finance. With over six years of experience in…
With a Master of Science (MSc) in Organisational Psychology and certifications in Digital Finance (Certified Digital Finance Practitioner) and Gender Equality (Gender Equality Changemaker), Camilla Ferguson brings over a decade of leadership experience turning strategy into scalable, measurable impact. As…
Cedric Moubitang is a meticulous and dedicated learning professional with a Bachelor's degree in Financial Accounting and holds a Certified Digital Finance Practitioner credential from our Digital Frontiers Institute and The Fletcher School, Tufts University. His passion for the intricate…
At Digital Frontiers, Chido Tamira currently excels as an Admissions Customer Support Agent and Administrator. In this critical role, she manages the end-to-end administration of the admissions pipeline, performing accurate data entry across MIS/CRM systems, and ensuring strict adherence to…
Chwayita Nqolobe is a Digital Learning Specialist and LMS Functional Applications Analyst in the Digital Learning Solutions department at Digital Frontiers. A Certified Scrum Master and Product Owner, she brings expertise in LMS management, e-learning design, and agile project delivery,…
Dané Brown holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree (Magna Cum Laude) with specialisations in Marketing, Business Management, and Human Resources. As Marketing Operations Manager, she bridges strategy and execution, transforming creative ideas into measurable results.By bringing structure to creativity, Dané…
David Porteous
Board Emeriti and Inclusive Finance, DPI and Policy and Regulation Specialist
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Jean Balep is an experienced Operations Manager with over six years of experience driving process improvement and managing digital learning projects across Africa. At Digital Frontiers, he leads the operations team of Digital Frontiers Institute, responsible for client onboarding, learner…
Kate Bravery
Board Member and People and Remuneration Committee Chair
Digital Frontiers
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Kauthar Jacobs is the Community of Practice and Professional Development Manager at Digital Frontiers, where she leads initiatives that convene professionals, strengthen collaboration, and foster practical learning across the digital finance ecosystem.She has managed Communities of Practice (CoPs) focused on…
Leon Liebenberg is a creative thinker with strong technical skills that enable him to take ideas and develop them visually into a powerful story. He is a video producer with over 20 years of experience working in the film, television,…
Charity Mahasha holds an Honours degree in International Relations and is currently a 2025 Master’s candidate in African Politics. As Growth and Partnerships Specialist at Digital Frontiers, Charity drives strategic collaborations that advance inclusive financial systems across Africa. She focuses…
Megan Carver is our eLearning and Development Manager, working within our Digital Learning Solutions team. She is an experienced Learning Designer and Academic Content Developer with strong skills in curriculum planning, content and assessment development, project management, and tailoring learning…
Mel Houseman leads the Creative Team at Digital Frontiers, overseeing strategy and execution across marketing, storytelling and visual communication. Her role covers the entire creative process, from concept development through to delivery, ensuring that every project is impactful, aligned with…
Michael Mbuthia is a passionate advocate for using ICT for Development (ICT4D), with a focus on empowering vulnerable, poor, and marginalised communities through technology-driven solutions. He is experienced in designing and implementing enterprise information system architectures across Fintech, Payments, E-Commerce,…
Mitchell Miles is an experienced admissions professional with over six years of dedicated experience in higher education admissions and a strong foundation in communication as a qualified Public Relations Practitioner. Having worked in the education sector since 2020, Mitchell brings…
Nonhlanhla Mjoli-Mncube served on the Board of Digital Frontiers NPC for eight years. She is a high-impact executive and seasoned board leader known for bold oversight, analytical clarity, and a distinctive blend of commercial acumen and development insight. Recognised for…
Sarah Corley
Inclusive Finance Specialist
CEO of the Alliance of Digital Finance and Fintech Associations
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Sephora Tshiyombo is a seasoned Digital Financial Services professional and Financial Inclusion expert with over a decade of experience in research, advisory, and implementation, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Passionate about leveraging digital technologies—especially artificial intelligence—to expand access…
Tlhologelo Kgothatso Motshele is a Programme Coordinator at Digital Frontiers, supporting the Programmes Team in coordinating and managing the full programme lifecycle across global capacity-building initiatives. In this role, Tlhologelo oversees programme planning, delivery, and evaluation, ensures operational excellence and…
Tristan Swain is a Senior Learning Technologist at Digital Frontiers. He is a core member of our Digital Learning Solutions team, managing the organisation’s learning management systems and driving technology-related decisions and innovation in digital learning. Tristan is experienced in…
Walter Murandu holds a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Project Management from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, with specialisations in Strategic Planning, Programme Management, and Business Analysis. He is also a Certified Digital Finance Practitioner, having completed the…