Meet The Value ed Team
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Shirley Mahlangu
Chief Accounting Technician And Business Development Lead
Monni Mahlangu is a finance and business development professional with over five years of experience supporting SMEs. As Chief Accounting Technician and Business Development Lead at Value ed, she oversees financial management, taxation, and compliance while driving strategic partnerships and organizational growth. An award-winning professional, Monni holds an AT(SA) qualification, was recognized as the SAICA and AT(SA) Learner of the Year, and is deeply passionate about enterprise development and helping emerging businesses build sustainable ventures
Thabiso Mbokazi
Chief Tech Support
Nkululeko Mbokazi is a Chief Tech Support professional and certified Azure Administrator. Specializing in workflow automation, database management, and technical infrastructure, he oversees the technical support framework at Value ed. He also spearheads targeted email marketing operations for the organization. His versatile background combines robust, hands-on troubleshooting with a proven track record of optimizing business efficiency through AI-assisted development and scripting.
Faith Zwane
Engagement Officer Assistant
Faith Zwane is a goal-getter and Engagement Officer Assistant at Value ed, where she leverages her passion for people and growth to drive meaningful connections. Previously, she honed her skills as a Sales Executive at Genes Jeans and completed an internship in Microsoft Azure with BCX. With expertise in administration and marketing, Faith brings a commitment to excellence and a heart for serving others. A devoted follower of Jesus, she embodies faith, purpose, and heart.
Vikela Rankin
CEO And Founder
Vikela Rankin is a seasoned executive and commercial leader with over 25 years of experience driving sales, strategy, and digital transformation across local and global organizations. Having spent more than 15 years in executive roles—including Chief Commercial Officer at Adcorp and Managing Director at Motorola Solutions Southern Africa—he has successfully managed large-scale teams and multimillion-rand portfolios. As the Founder of Value ed, Vikela leverages his leadership expertise to empower thousands of young people, equipping them with critical future-of-work skills through innovative learning, mentorship, and entrepreneurship initiatives.
Lerato Sobuza
Chief Youth Experience Officer
Lerato Sobhuza is the Chief Youth Experience Officer at Value ed, where she leads the design and delivery of transformative learning experiences that prepare teens and tweens for the opportunities and challenges of the modern world. Passionate about youth empowerment, she is dedicated to helping young people develop the confidence, leadership skills, emotional intelligence, and resilience needed to thrive beyond the classroom. Through mentorship, innovative programmes, and meaningful community engagement, Lerato works to inspire the next generation to discover their purpose, unlock their potential, and become active contributors to a better future. She is also the founder and CEO of Lerato Love, a personal development media and education platform focused on helping individuals transform their lives through self-mastery, mindset.
Bonolo Mokatse
Chief Technical Operations Officer
Bonolo Mokatse is an aspiring actuary, community development advocate, and founder of Botho Bjo Bonolo, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering underprivileged learners through access to school uniforms, sanitary products, and essential educational resources. Passionate about creating sustainable change, she combines analytical thinking with a heart for service, believing that every young person deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential,
Tshego Sebogodi
Chief Excellence Officer
Tshego Sebogodi is a results-driven operations leader with over a decade of experience in strategic execution and operational excellence. As Head of Operations at Value ed, she drives end-to-end operational strategy by aligning people, processes, and systems to build scalable, high-performing structures. Specializing in translating strategy into action, Tshego thrives in fast-paced, purpose-driven environments focused on continuous improvement, team development, and long-term organizational impact
Sibusisiwe Sambo
Chief Growth Officer
Sibusisiwe Sambo is the Chief Growth Officer at Value ed, where she leads sales, business development, and strategic partnerships to connect youth to education, employment, and entrepreneurship. Drawing on a diverse background in commercial strategy, supply chain logistics, and entrepreneurship, she excels at bridging operational excellence with sustainable growth. Sibusisiwe is dedicated to building meaningful stakeholder relationships and fostering collaborations that deliver lasting value for businesses, communities, and the next generation.
Mahlatse Thomas
Chief Impact Officer
Mahlatse Thomas is a Human Impact, Human Capital, and Data Analytics Professional with expertise in programme coordination, stakeholder engagement, learning and development, and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to lead initiatives that strengthen organisational effectiveness, empower individuals, and deliver measurable social and business impact. Combines a background in Mathematical Statistics with experience in talent development, academy management, marketing communications, cloud technologies, and AI-enabled tools. Recognised for building meaningful relationships, driving continuous improvement, and creating people-centred solutions that support sustainable growth and positive change.
Prenay Jugdew
Tech Support
Prenay Jugdew is a proactive Tech Support at Value ed with 4+ years of experience specializing in PC deployment, network configuration, and cybersecurity. Proficient in Windows, Linux, and Parrot OS environments. Passionate about leveraging a hands- on approach to solve technical challenges and committed to continuous learning in cloud infrastructure and Azure administration.