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…
Amina Ali is a Business Development Consultant at Digital Frontiers, where she drives strategic partnerships and business development across digital transformation, financial inclusion, climate finance, energy, and inclusive economic development. She works with governments, donors, the private sector, and development…
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…
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 at Digital Frontiers, where she works directly with the organisation’s client, Toronto Centre. Before this, Caitlin was a Learning Facilitator for Digital Frontiers Institute, where she delivered transformative online learning experiences that empower professionals…
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,…
Colleen Green is a senior technical advisor specialising in program design, business development and technical assistance for internationally focused organisations, consulting firms and non-profits engaged in global economic development. With more than 20 years of experience, her technical expertise spans…
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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Kate Bravery
Board Member and People and Remuneration Committee Chair
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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,…
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…
Mehmet Kerse is a consultant specialising in the regulation and supervision of digital finance. His recent work focuses on areas such as fintech, digital banking, embedded finance, tokenization, and artificial intelligence in financial services. He works as a consultant with…
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,…
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…
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…