Tshepo Molefakgotla

Tshepo Molefakgotla has a robust career spanning nearly two decades in the manufacturing sector, notably serving as Chief Executive Officer at Ceramic Industries from January 2004 to March 2023, overseeing a company with an annual turnover of R 4.5 billion and 1,100 employees. Previous roles include Chief Operating Officer and various factory management positions, where Tshepo demonstrated expertise in operational strategy, production management, and compliance across multiple facilities. Prior experience includes managing production lines at Unilever and Nampak, focusing on efficiency improvements and project management. Tshepo holds a Master’s in Business Leadership from the University of South Africa and a B-Tech Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Johannesburg.