Thandi Tobias-Pokolo

Ms Tobias matriculated at Phiritona Secondary school and obtained an advanced diploma in Economic Policy from the University of the Western Cape. She also attained a Certificate in Economics and Public Finance from UNISA as well as a certificate in Leadership Communication from Rhodes University. Career history:

• Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, responsible for international trade;
• Chairperson of the standing Committee on Defence between 2005 and 2007;
• Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Public Works between 2007 and 2009;
• Whip of Standing Committee on Finance between 2017 and 2019;
• Member of Standing Committee on Public Accounts between 2004 and 2005;
• Member of Adhoc Committee on Auditor-General in 2004;
• Member of Parliament between 2004 and 2019;
• Deputy Director Youth Development DTEEA between 2001 and 2004;
• Community Based Organiser;
• Former Member ANC NEC;
• Former Member ANC Youth League NEC;

Legacy Projects

• Anti-Piracy Campaign – Buy local campaign

Motivations

• Brand South Africa
• Lure Investment
• Pursue Economic Growth
• Be a game changer