Nompumelelo Mabuza

Mpume Mabuza is a seasoned executive with a wealth of experience in corporate governance and strategic leadership. She is currently the CEO of Downtown Music Hub NPC, a cutting-edge Johannesburg-based public recording facility for pre and post production of music & other creative products. Mpume leads a team that is transforming this iconic facility into a vibrant music precinct. She serves as the President and Board Chairperson of the African Association of Tourism Experiences and Attractions (AAVEA) in a voluntary role. Mpume is a globally recognised certified attractions executive (ICAE) with IAAPA, the premier trade association for visitor attractions, and serves on its EMEA advisory board. She has delivered presentations to top executives at Universal Studios Theme Park, Legoland, and The National Zoo of Florida.

Mpume is also a trained independent non-executive board director and executive, having received certification from the Institute of Directors of South Africa (IoDSA). She is driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact and leave a lasting legacy, and holds a B Com degree and an MBA. Mpume’s expertise establishing strategic partnerships and sponsorships as an executive at uShaka
Marine World, and Vice-President of the Durban Chamber of Commerce. She has travelled extensively and participated in a Group Study Exchange program in Australia. In 2023 Mpume was awarded a scholarship to participate in an executive programme in Florida, USA. When not leading in the boardroom, she enjoys worship, travel, gym and listening music. Mpume is a wife and mother of three.