​​Thandubuhle Mgudlwa, the CEO of the Johannesburg Tourism Company, is proud to announce the appointment of Khanyisa Ngewu as Senior Manager: Destination Marketing and Events.

Ngewu brings 18 years of experience in communication, public relations and stakeholder management across the public and private sectors. Throughout her career, she has led high-level communication strategies, public relations campaigns and media relations efforts, making her a valuable leader in her field.

Before joining Joburg Tourism, Ngewu served as Director of Public Relations and Communication at the National Skills Fund (NSF) for six years. She also spearheaded the development of NSF’s first standalone website and coordinated the ministerial launch of the Apprenticeship Centres of Specialisation Programme.

Her public service background is backed by 12 years of consulting experience for public and private clients.

Her career began at Boomtown Strategic Brand Agency, where she developed expertise in media relations and public relations strategy. She later joined SMG Africa, progressing through several roles, including senior communication consultant and business development manager.

In 2012, Ngewu founded her consultancy, On the Record EC, where she managed media relations and branding services for clients in development finance, business incubation and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. Her efforts earned her recognition at the Eastern Cape’s 5th Women in ICT Awards in 2014.

Ngewu further expanded her consulting experience at Meropa Communications, where she became Public Sector Divisional Head. She managed the South African National Roads Agency’s public relations portfolio and led national roadshows and brand development projects, including Indlulamithi South Africa Scenarios 2030.

She holds a bachelor of applied communication management and a bachelor of social science (honours) in communication from the University of Fort Hare. She looks forward to leveraging her strategic vision and leadership experience to drive success in the Destination Marketing and Events team at Joburg Tourism.

17/10/2024

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