Evan Jones
After completing his articles in 1995, Evan spent almost 30 years in the asset management industry. Evan is the founder of Inyosi and has developed Inyosi’s Enterprise and Supplier Development funds as a scalable and sustainable solution to a national B-BBEE need. Evan has overseen the growth and development of a well-supported and well recognized enterprise and supplier development business, and has managed to oversee the growth of the Inyosi team to almost 20 people over the past 10 years. Evan has also grown Inyosi’s offering to include being the Youth Employment Service (YES) implementation partner of choice to a number of Inyosi’s clients.
B.Com (Hons) (Acc) (Wits), CA (SA), LLB (Wits), LLM (UCT), CFA (AIMR)
Sapna Gihwala
After graduating from the University of Cape Town (UCT) with a BBusSci in Finance with Accounting, and before joining Inyosi as a Credit Analyst in 2018, Sapna spent some time as a Credit Analyst at the Fintech company, Lulalend. Since joining Inyosi, Sapna has completed her postgraduate degree in Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management and continued building on her experience and skillset which has aided her growth within Inyosi Empowerment. Since being promoted to head of the investment team, Sapna leads and oversees the investment team which includes the loan systems team. She is responsible for the deal structuring, deal execution and post-deal monitoring across the Supplier Development and Enterprise Development funds.
BBusSci Finance with Acc (UCT), Bcom (Hons) FAPM (UCT)
Ché Prins
Ché is currently a credit dealmaker at Inyosi, having joined the team in October 2023. In this role, Ché is responsible for due diligence, deal structuring and deal execution.
Ché’s journey in the financial sector began after he completed his studies at Stellenbosch University. He started his career at Business Partners Limited in 2016 as an Intern, quickly demonstrating his proficiency in financial analysis and investment strategies. His performance led to his promotion to Senior Investment Officer, where he specialized in adopting a risk-based approach to funding within the SME sector.
In this role he generated valuable experience in networking, deal structuring, financial
modeling and deal structuring.
Bcom Financial Accounting (SU)
Sihle Maneli
Sihle is responsible for the deal structuring, deal execution and post-deal monitoring across the Supplier Development and Enterprise Development funds.
In 2018, Sihle obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree with majors in Economics and
Business Management from Rhodes University, followed by an Honours degree in Business Management from the same institution in 2019.
Prior to joining Inyosi in November 2023, Sihle worked at Swiss Re as an Assistant Analyst in Client Markets, where she gained valuable experience in pricing for group life schemes. She also worked as a Commercial Credit Analyst at Lula helping SMEs secure funding to enhance their cash flow.
BCom Economics and Business management (RU), BCom (Hons) Business
Management (RU), Allan Gray Top 15% Achiever in Commerce
Mu’aaz Dasoo
Mu’aaz is a dedicated professional specializing in macroeconomic research and financial markets. At Inyosi Empowerment, he serves as a Credit Dealmaker, managing the full deal life cycle for high-risk, sector-agnostic SME growth capital loans. His responsibilities include initial client engagement, client risk and serviceability assessment, deal and repayment structuring, legal agreement preparation, and post-deal monitoring.
Prior to joining Inyosi Empowerment in April 2024, Mu’aaz worked at Futuregrowth Asset Management. His roles included Investment Operations Analyst in the Private Equity & venture Capital team, where he supported investment processes, deal analysis, portfolio analysis, and macroeconomic and market research. He also spent time as an Investment Operations Analyst in the unlisted credit space at Futuregrowth, providing procedural and risk management support to the Fixed Interest teams. In this role, he gained experience in unlisted credit, deal administration, and valuation of bespoke financial instruments.
BCom Economics and Risk Management (NWU), BCom (Hons) Economics (Cum Laude) (NWU), CFA Level I candidate
Jurgen Badenhorst
Jurgen is a credit dealmaker and responsible for initial client assessment, due diligence, deal structuring and legal agreement preparation.
He completed his studies at the University of Stellenbosch where he obtained an Honours and Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Prior to joining Inyosi in April 2024, Jurgen completed his articles at PricewaterhouseCoopers in Cape Town and qualified as a Charted Accountant.
BAcc (SU), BAcc Hons (SU), CA(SA)
Richard Stronach
Richard is the Head: Solar Investments. He is responsible for the deal structuring, deal
execution and post-deal monitoring for solar transactions. Inyosi Solar provides fully funded end-to end renewable energy solutions that are tailored to meet the energy needs of black- owned SME’s in South Africa. Inyosi Solar is able to provide these SME’s with an accessible path to affordable and high quality solar.
Richard completed articles in 1997 (PwC Cape Town) and spent several years with the firm in the UK and South Africa in Investment Management Audit, Transactions Services and Forensic Services. Richard then practiced as a Director of a medium-sized firm of Chartered Accountants in Public Practice.
In 2008 Richard joined the Technology Innovation Agency focusing on support of SME
businesses in aspects of funding, financial and risk management, governance, as well as
monitoring and evaluation. After a year as Head of Risk at Zoona, a digital financial services and mobile money provider, Richard joined the Inyosi team on 1 February 2018 as Senior Portfolio Analyst.
BCom UCT, BCompt (Hons), CA(SA), HDipTax
Dayle Roffey
Dayle is a dynamic individual with a diverse range of interests and professional achievements. Growing up, Dayle has developed a passion for motorsport, beginning with motocross and BMX racing during his younger years, which instilled a love for adrenaline-fueled competition and outdoor activities.
Dayle has completed his studies at Stellenbosch University in accountancy, and completed his articles through BDO SA Inc. in Gauteng and is eligible to register as a Chartered Accountant.
This foundational knowledge paved the way for a career specializing in asset management and compliance. Dayle is part of the Inyosi Solar team focusing on commercial solar energy deals.
BAcc (SU), BAcc Hons (SU)
Tania Munz
Tania currently heads the Inyosi Marketing and Sales division, assisting companies seeking to invest in Inyosi’s Enterprise and Supplier Development solutions.
Tania attained her Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning from The University of Stellenbosch Business School. Tania’s career in the Financial Services industry began in December 1996.
Tania spent 13 years at Metropolitan Holdings as a Senior Broker Consultant when she was head hunted to join Cadiz Asset Management as an Investment Consultant. When the Cadiz Enterprise Development investment was developed in 2012, Tania formed part of the Sales Team. After 9 years with Cadiz, she joined the Inyosi Empowerment team.
Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning
MDP (B-BBEE)
Monica Kamteni
Monica is a personal assistant to Evan Jones and assists the Inyosi team with administration.
In addition to that, Monica assists with potential investor applications and existing investors’ documentation requirements.
Prior to joining Inyosi, Monica worked for ACF as a receptionist and for Stellar Credit as the team assistant. Monica completed her final year at the college of Cape Town, whereby she attained her basic office administration certificate and has recently completed a Business Communication course at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
Majeda Isaacs
Majeda is an Administration Assistant to the Marketing Team at Inyosi Empowerment. She joined Inyosi Empowerment in October 2023. She holds a NQF5 in Banking.
Prior to joining Inyosi Empowerment, Majeda worked as a Finance Administration at Absa for 12 years and in order fulfilment and logistics for three years at Takealot.
Majeda provides exceptional service to Inyosi investors and assists with audit evidence to the verification agencies.
Mxolisi Jack Nkabinde
Mxolisi serves as reconciliation accountant in the finance team at Inyosi. His role entails ensuring that all Inyosi assets and liabilities balance as well as taking the overall
responsibility for the reconciliation of the beneficiary books across various platforms. He has also tasked with the overseeing the development of Inyosi new inhouse investor platform.
Having kicked off his career as a finance graduate in GlaxoSmithKline, he then ventured into the SME space, providing monitoring and evaluation of SME financial systems, reporting as well as the drafting and review funding requests amongst other tasks at Fetola.
Prior to joining Inyosi in August 2023, Mxolisi worked as the regional procurement assistant at Bidvest Waltons, partially responsible for effective management of inventory and pricing across its 14 branches and its DC in the Cape region.
BAcc (UFS), BAcc Hons (UFS), Golden Key International Honour Society Membe
Sisanda Manzana
Sisanda is part of the post-investment monitoring team. Sisanda initially completed her internship with Inyosi as a finance administration clerk, where she assisted with book-keeping, and worked closely with the various departments within Inyosi. In addition, Sisanda assisted with key administration for the YES (Youth Employment Services) program and assisted with client relationship management.
In 2020, Sisanda attained her Advanced Diploma in management.
Advanced Diploma in Management (CPUT)
Rhonda Adams
Her career started with a passion for numbers and a knack for organization which then led to her pursuing a formal education in accounting at UCT.
She assists in ensuring the Makhoba Farm’s accounting records are up-to-date, reconciled and organized using various accounting software and tools, such as Sage, Xero, and Excel.
Divan Snyman
Divan is heading up iHive, the procurement portal for Inyosi empowerment. As iHive head Divan is responsible for creating real procurement opportunities between investors and beneficiaries and assist SMME to thrive.
Prior to joining Inyosi, he held senior positions at Growthpoint Properties, Redefine Properties, Broll, and Camstone Asset Managers. Divan also project-managed over 2MW of solar projects and has a passion for renewable energy, information technologies, and connecting clients and suppliers in the SMME’s space. Divan joined the Inyosi team in February 2022.
He attained a National Diploma in Financial Management NQF6 (Northlink FET), and a National Diploma in Project Management NQF6 (Northlink FET).
Womba Khapwale
Womba is the Procurement Portal Assistant at iHive, having joined the team in January 2023. In this role, she collaborates with the investment team to ensure that new borrowers are properly listed on iHive. She is also responsible for capturing all investor referral suppliers, sorting and prioritizing supplier applications, and collecting Supplier Development Plans’ supporting documents.
Prior to her work at iHive, Womba worked as a Financial Analyst at Ascot Wealth Management from 2017, where she gained extensive experience in the UK pensions and investment environment.
Womba holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and supply Chain Management, as well as a BCom Honours degree in Business Management which she attained in 2015 and 2016 respectfully from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Additionally, she is currently a Level 1 CFA Candidate.
Bcom (Hons) Business Management (UKZN), Bcom Business Management and Supply Chain Management (UKZN), CBA (UKZN)
Kelly Meyer
Kelly joined Inyosi in October 2023 and is responsible for coordinating Inyosi’s full stack development needed to support the Inyosi iHive procurement portal.
Kelly is a skilled full stack developer with a solid foundation in Systems Development and a proven track record of academic excellence. Graduating with a National Diploma NQF6 in Systems Development (cum laude) from Boston City Campus, Kelly has honed expertise in both front-end and back-end development, equipped with a deep understanding of modern software development methodologies.
Kelly is proficient in a wide range of programming languages and frameworks, including but not limited to: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React, Bootstrap, Node.Js and WordPress.
This dedication to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry trends ensures
that Kelly remains at the forefront of technological advancements in full stack
development.
Murendiwa Nembudani
Murendiwa heads the Finance department of Inyosi, taking charge of all the finance aspects of Inyosi, including payroll, debtors and creditors.
Murendiwa previously worked at KPMG Denver, Colorado, USA before joining the Inyosi team as a Senior Audit Associate. Prior to this Murendiwa worked at KPMG Johannesburg, where she did her articles and qualified as a CA(SA). During her articles, Murendiwa spent 6 months in the department of Technical Accounting within KPMG where she got the opportunity to work as an IFRS technical advisor.
BBusSci, PGDA, CA(SA)
Sadia Liddell
Sadia works in the finance department and is responsible for Tax returns and planning, creditors payments and management account preparation. She assists Murendiwa and acts as the finance team liaison.
Sadia previously worked at an accounting and advisory firm where she gained extensive experience in Accounting and Business Development.
Sadia is currently finalising her CIMA studies and completed an online Accounting Course at Dawson College, Montana.
Zenande Mcetywa
Zenande works closely with the various departments within Inyosi. Zenande assists with potential investor applications and existing investor documentation requirements. In addition to that, Zenande assists the YES Placement Coordinator with key administration and payroll for the YES programme.
In 2021, Zenande attained her basic financial management course, level N6 at False Bay College.
Ntombenceba Mtshetsha
Ntombenceba works closely with the investment team as an admin clerk. Ntombenceba completed her internship at Inyosi during which time she participated in various finance and administration related roles. Ntombenceba now assists with bookkeeping and she is responsible for preparing source documentation for transactions and operations. In addition, Ntombenceba assists the YES Placement Coordinator with key administration.
Ntombenceba attained her ND: Cost and Management Accounting in 2019 at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).
Sindi Mpompa
Sindi is currently working at Inyosi as a Youth Employment Service (YES) placement coordinator and receptionist.
Cindy completed her final year at College of Cape Town, whereby she attained her basic business management course, levels N4, N5 And N6. Sindi previously worked as a receptionist at Matrix Fund Managers.
Pelisa Mjingwana
Pelisa is a dedicated and hardworking office assistant at Inyosi Empowerment. She is responsible for ensuring that the offices are clean, tidy, and presentable at all times. In addition to her cleaning duties, Pelisa also assists in the office by running errands such as shopping for office refreshments and food supplies.
Pelisa takes pride in her work and always goes above and beyond to ensure that the office is a welcoming and comfortable environment for everyone. She is reliable, trustworthy, and always willing to lend a helping hand. Pelisa’s friendly personality and positive attitude make her a valuable member of the team.
National Senior Certificate (Hout Bay High School)