Appointments and Promotions

The South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) is happy to present to the profession eight (8) newly appointed and promoted employees, who have undergone a rigorous selection process. They bring with them a diversity of skills, experience and capabilities to help the SAPC fulfil its legislative mandate.

APPOINTMENTS

Bonginkosi

Mr Bonginkosi Mkhatshwa

Senior Manager: Information Technology

Mr Bonginkosi Mkhatshwa joined the SAPC in August 2024 and he brings along over thirteen (13) years of diverse IT experience. Before his time at the SAPC, Bonginkosi held the position of Business Intelligence Manager, ICT Infrastructure and Operations Manager and the Head of ICT Infrastructure and Enterprise Architect. He holds a Master’s in Information Technology: ICT Management from the University of Pretoria.

At the SAPC, Bonginkosi is responsible for managing the ICT infrastructure, data security and also driving digital transformation initiatives. He is also responsible for the development and execution of the IT strategy that aligns with SAPCs objectives and strategies.

“Inspire Innovation and Serve with Humility”

Glen

Mr Glen Bvuma

Communication and Media: Manager

Mr Glen Bvuma joined the SAPC as Manager: Communication and Media in May 2024. Mr Bvuma, a PhD candidate, holds a Master’s in Communication Management from the University of Pretoria. With fifteen (15) years of experience in the communication and media field, he has held positions such as Corporate Affairs Business Partner, Brand & Communication Specialist for the Middle East & Africa, Communications Manager, Media Strategist and Senior Consultant before his appointment at the SAPC.

Glen has won a PRISM Award and received global recognition for his work. He is humbled and grateful to be working in an industry that allows him the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people and their lives.

“Always be humble & grateful!”

Lisbeth

Ms Lisbeth Gumede

Manager: Pre-registration

Ms Lisbeth Gumede joined the SAPC as Manager: Pre-registration in December 2023 and she brings along over ten (10) years of experience as a pharmacist. Before her time at the SAPC, Lisbeth held the position of Provincial Lead, District Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager. She holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Cum Laude) from the North-West University and a Master of Pharmacy in Public Health and Pharmacy Management from Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University.

At the SAPC, Lisbeth is responsible for providing managerial and administrative support regarding the establishment, development, maintenance and control of universally acceptable standards of practice, continuing professional development, registrations, pharmacy education and training.

“Someone is always watching, make sure God’s image is well represented.”

Busisiwe

Ms Busisiwe Nyaba

Human Resources: Officer

Ms Busisiwe Nyaba joined the SAPC in July 2024 as a Human Resources: Officer. She holds an Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management from the Mangosuthu University of Technology.   

Before her time at Council, Busisiwe worked as an HR and Payroll Administrator at KZN Film Commission and Subtech.

In her capacity as HR: Officer at Council, she is responsible for assisting in processing human resource and payroll-related inputs on the human capital system as well as providing administrative and secretarial support services to the Senior Manager: Human Resources and the department to achieve optimal functioning within the Office of the Registrar.

Busisiwe enjoys travelling and adventure. She believes that the key to professional success is “being a dedicated and honest person”.

Boledi

Ms Boledi Petja

Communication and Language Support Intern

Ms Boledi Petja joined the SAPC as a Communication and Language Support Intern in March 2024. She holds an Honours degree in English Literature and Media Studies from the University of Venda.

Boledi has experience as a content writer, communication and marketing assistant and visual art teacher.

She is passionate about women empowerment, community engagements, national unity and embracing diversity. She believes that the key to professional success is being accountable all the time because honest engagements bear good results.

Her motto in life is “to be impactful in all ways positive”.

Bongile

Mr Bongile Cekiso

Communication and Language Support Intern

Mr Bongile Cekiso joined the SAPC in March 2024 as a Communication and Language Support Intern.  He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Languages from the University of Pretoria, with majors in English and French.  He chose this degree because he has always understood that effective communication is key to a successful society. 

Mr Cekiso held an Assistant Étranger d’Anglais position at Collège Armand Lanoux in Champs-sur-Marne before his appointment at the SAPC. 

He believes that complacency is a disease and innovation is the cure, both in a career and life.

Comfort

Ms Comfort Mogoaneng

Content Development and Communication Support Intern

Ms Comfort Mogoaneng joined the SAPC in March 2024 as a Content Development and Communication Support. She holds a Diploma in Media and Journalism from the Tshwane University of Technology. She is passionate about politics and current affairs and has experience as a news reader and scriptwriter before her time at Council.

Her responsibilities at Council include the editing of official documents for grammar, usage, and style, social media client relations and reputation management among other duties.

“Be the change you want to see.”

PROMOTIONS

Sibulele

Ms Sibulele Malongwe

Human Resources: Practitioner

Ms Sibulele Malongwe joined the SAPC in 2018 as a Human Resources: Officer. She was promoted to Practitioner: Human Resources in February 2024 and brings along six (6) years of experience and expertise in human resources.

Among her duties in her capacity as a Practitioner: Human Resources include maintaining an effective and efficient utilisation of HR systems to produce reports as well as consulting, communicating and responding to enquiries from staff members and stakeholders regarding human resources matters. She also provides effective and efficient HR maintenance services concerning human capital and the payroll system.

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