Mantuka Maisela

Chairperson of the Board at Motor Industry Retirement Funds

Panellist

Mrs Maisela is a highly regarded Business Professional and Community Leader who has contributed extensively to transformation within South Africa and globally.

She is a strong advocate for promoting diversity and inclusion.

Mrs Maisela’s remarkable contribution to communities as well as Corporate South Africa has earned her a name in history, leaving lasting impact on countless lives, demonstrating unwavering integrity and honour. Her excellent service sets a shining example for others, leaving a legacy that inspires present and future generations.

Over the past 32 years, Mrs Maisela continues to be actively involved in Community Development in various townships in Gauteng, KZN, Eastern Cape and throughout South Africa. Her passion and commitment to Senior Citizens, especially in Atteridgeville, remains a true testament to her character and spirit of serving.

Professional Recognition and Awards

Mrs Maisela received four achievement awards for her role in transforming the Financial Services Sector through the development and allocation of funds to black Asset Managers with emphasis on Women.

• Promoting Diversity and Inclusion between South African and American Pension Funds

Awarded By National Association of Security Practitioners (NASP USA) 2022

• Allocator of the Year 2022

Association of Black Securities and Investment Practitioners

• Lifetime Achievement Award for Championing (Transformation Action Forum)

Awarded By Transformation Action Forum. 2023

• Financial Industry Personality of the Year 2024

Woman Leadership Award 2024

Mrs Maisela holds: a Master’s Degree in Management focusing in Human Resources (Wits); a Post Graduate Diploma in Management focusing in Human Capital (Wits); an Executive Development Management (Wharton Business School, USA); and Production Management (Japan).

She has served as an Executive in many companies in Corporate South Africa as well as serving on Boards of Companies in the Public and Private Sectors.

• Current Chairman of Motor Industry Retirement Fund.
• Serves on the Board of SASRIA Limited.
• Serves on Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office Bearers.
• Founding Member of the African Women Foundation.