The SAPOA Annual Convention proudly features a distinguished lineup of speakers, including industry leaders, innovators, and thought-provoking experts from around the globe. These influential figures will share their invaluable insights on the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities within the commercial real estate sector. Attendees will gain direct access to the knowledge and perspectives that are shaping the future of the industry.
Program Day 3 – Thursday, 01 October 2025
Programme Director & Chief Executive Officer
The Conversation Strategist
Chief Executive Officer
Atterbury Property
Founder and CEO
ALT Capital Partners | REimagine Social Impact Retail Fund
Research Associate
Social Policy Initiative
Author, KasiNomics
Managing Director
Southern Africa – Vukile Property Fund Limited
Chief Economist & Head of Research,
Rand Merchant Bank
Chief Executive Officer
Dipula Income Fund
Chief Executive Officer,
Emira Property Fund
Chief Executive Officer,
BitProp
Political & Trend Analyst, South Africa
Specialised Economist – Economic Unit,
Nedbank Group
Chief Executive Officer,
Innate Investment Solutions
Chief Executive Officer,
SAMRRA
Founder,
REdimension Capital
Equity Analyst & Assistant Portfolio Manager,
Truffle Asset Management
Co-Head: Real Estate Investment Banking,
Rand Merchant Bank
Chief Executive Officer,
Old Mutual Property
Fund Manager,
Future Growth Asset Managers
Chief Executive Officer
Burstone Group Limited
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Nozipho Tshabalala is the CEO of The Conversation Strategists, leading transformative conversations that drive measurable impact and societal change. A sought-after facilitator for presidential and executive conversations, she has worked with the World Bank Group, UN agencies, governments, and global corporations. With expertise in development, economics, strategy, and politics, she distils complexity into actionable insights. Her career spans roles in The Presidency of South Africa, the Umlambo Foundation, Tata Africa, and CNBC Africa. Her leadership extends to local and global boards and fellowships. Nozipho is a champion for conversations that ignite change and shape the future
Andrew has over 20 years commercial, corporate finance and property industry experience. Having worked both in the UK and South Africa, Andrew joined Investec Property Fund’s (now Burstone) executive management team in 2012. Andrew fulfilled the role of CFO from August 2015 until December 2018 when he became CEO. Andrew has been instrumental in growing the Group from c.R1.7bn of local assets into an integrated international real estate business with c.R42bn GAV under management and c.R23.4bn third-party funds under management across South Africa, Europe and Australia.
Aveshen Naidoo is a professional with a background in Chemical Engineering, currently serving as the Head of Real Estate Digitisation, Innovation, and Automation at Standard Bank South Africa.
A graduate of the University of KwaZulu-Natal with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Aveshen has amassed a wealth of experience within Standard Bank South Africa, having held various managerial and officer roles in Building Maintenance and Technical Innovation within the Group Real Estate Services division.
Prior to his current role, he served as a Graduate Trainee in Architecture and Cost as well as in Business Performance Improvement at the same organization.
Amelia Beattie is a dynamic leader driving business transformation, sustainable impact, and strategic business growth, with experience in different countries in a career spanning over 25 years.
She is a passionate advocate for education, leadership, and diversity. Committed to empowering others, she mentors emerging leaders and champions inclusive workplaces, ensuring equitable opportunities for all.
Currently serving as the Head of Business Efficiencies, Property, and Sustainable Impact at Standard Bank Group’s Insurance and Asset Management business unit, she is committed to shaping transformative strategies that enhance performance, efficiency and sustainable impact.
Beyond her corporate achievements, Amelia is deeply involved in education and social initiatives, notably chairing the Bokamoso Education Trust and curated the “Lead with Heart” book celebrating wisdom of those on her path.
Amelia continues to aim to make a difference in the industries and communities she serves.
Karl has close on 15 years of investment banking experience across all corporate finance advisory aspects.
Karl has spent his career focusing on the real estate sector, with significant experience across the entire real estate advisory landscape, including IPO’s, M&A, equity capital markets and building out direct real estate fund management platforms and fund management strategies across multiple local and international jurisdictions
With a career spanning over 18 years in the intricate terrains of property investment, valuation, and capital markets, Kundayi Munzara stands as a notable figure in the sector. He is the Co-Founder, Director, and Portfolio Manager at Sesfikile Capital, an investment management firm that hones a singular focus on listed property. His commitment to delivering exceptional value to both Institutional and Retail investors is a testament to his expertise and dedication.
Before embarking on his entrepreneurial journey with Sesfikile Capital, Kundayi held the prestigious position of Head of Property Research at Investec. This role further solidified his reputation as an authority in property research and analysis.
Kundayi Munzara’s profound experience and contributions to the property investment landscape position him as an industry beacon, continually pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence.
Madalet co-manages the Denker SCI Balanced Fund and Denker SCI Stable Fund with Jan Meintjes. She started her investment career at Investec Securities as a research assistant to top-rated investment strategist Brian Kantor. In 2008 she joined Element Investment Managers as an analyst responsible for fixed income, money market and property investments. She moved on to Nedgroup Investments in 2010, where she was responsible for managing the Nedgroup Private Wealth Bond and Property funds. Madalet joined Denker Capital in 2016 to establish a range of multi-asset class funds. She serves as an Alternate Director on the Denker Capital board.
In 2024, under Madalet and Jan’s management, the Denker SCI Balanced Fund received a Morningstar Award as the winner in the Best Aggressive Asset Allocation Fund category.
Investment banking professional with more than 15 years of experience having worked across a myriad of sectors in South African and African Regions in both Investment Banking disciplines and Risk.
Skilled in evaluating financial information, financial markets, developing business strategy and organizing and managing teams in multiple geographies.
Sifiso Ngoma is the Acting Fund Principal for Unlisted Properties at the Public Investment Corporation (“PIC”), Sifiso has led and concluded multiple landmark real estate transactions for the Public Investment Corporation. Sifiso has close to 14 years investment experience where the last 6 years have been focused on real estate investments. At the PIC, Sifiso has finalised transactions worth just over R8 billion being deployed to large scale unlisted real estate portfolios/platforms in mixed used precincts, multifamily residential, township & rural retail, hospitality, and Rest of Africa real estate.
Sethebe Manake is a seasoned real estate executive with over 19 years of experience spanning valuation, property investment, and real estate technology. She is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of GoSmartValue, a proptech platform that has transformed property valuation through the deployment of automated, data-driven solutions that promote transparency and market efficiency.
Sethebe also serves as Chief Executive Officer of Fracfin, a subsidiary of the Anaara Chartwell Group, focused on non-performing loan acquisitions, asset recovery, and inclusive real estate financing. Under her leadership, Fracfin operates across Botswana and South Africa, providing structured solutions for distressed assets and underserved markets.
A Chartered Surveyor with a specialisation in Real Estate Investment and Finance, Sethebe is widely regarded for her strategic insight and operational execution. Her career is distinguished by a consistent focus on innovation, financial inclusion, and building resilient real estate ecosystems across Southern Africa
