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Sizwe Gcayi
FOUNDING DIRECTOR
Biography
Sizwe Gcayi is an experienced corporate attorney and accredited commercial mediator. As the founding partner of SGA Law Africa, he leads a dynamic boutique corporate and commercial legal practice serving clients across a broad spectrum of sectors including public transport, media, mining, engineering, and organised business formations.
An admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa and a member of the Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA), Sizwe brings a principled, solutions-driven approach to boardroom leadership and corporate governance. He is also an accredited mediator, having completed the Conflict Dynamics Commercial Mediator Skills Training Course, he is well positioned to facilitate complex dispute resolution matters.
Before founding SGA Law Africa, Sizwe was a Senior Associate at Webber Wentzel, where he played a key role in the firm’s international trade law practice. His portfolio included successful representations in tariff applications, anti-dumping measures, and other trade remedies designed to protect and empower local industry.
He has advised clients on bilateral and multilateral trade frameworks, including GATT, SACU, the SADC Free Trade Area, and the SADC-EU Economic Partnership Agreement.
Sizwe also regularly leads high-impact legal projects and corporate transactions, helping clients unlock opportunities and manage risk across diverse sectors. His cross-boarder work and collaboration with international legal teams and regulators further position him as a trusted legal advisor in navigating complex regulatory and commercial environments.
An admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa and a member of the Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA), Sizwe brings a principled, solutions-driven approach to boardroom leadership and corporate governance. He is also an accredited mediator, having completed the Conflict Dynamics Commercial Mediator Skills Training Course, he is well positioned to facilitate complex dispute resolution matters.
Before founding SGA Law Africa, Sizwe was a Senior Associate at Webber Wentzel, where he played a key role in the firm’s international trade law practice. His portfolio included successful representations in tariff applications, anti-dumping measures, and other trade remedies designed to protect and empower local industry.
He has advised clients on bilateral and multilateral trade frameworks, including GATT, SACU, the SADC Free Trade Area, and the SADC-EU Economic Partnership Agreement.
Sizwe also regularly leads high-impact legal projects and corporate transactions, helping clients unlock opportunities and manage risk across diverse sectors. His cross-boarder work and collaboration with international legal teams and regulators further position him as a trusted legal advisor in navigating complex regulatory and commercial environments.
Qualifications
Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B,)Walter Sisulu University
Masters of Law (LLM) in International Trade and Investment Law in
Africa, University of Pretoria
Certifications
Conflict Dynamics Commercial Mediator Skills Training Course, Conflict Dynamics Mediator - 2024
License and Membership
Member of the Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA)
Practice Areas
Corporate Governance
Commercial Law
Mergers and Acquisitions
Dispute Resolution
International Business Transactions
Trade Remedies Investigations and Trade Policy
Viwe Mafanya
Chief Executive Officer
Biography
As the CEO of SGA Law Africa, Viwe is responsible for managing the overall operations of the firm. She also provides financial and administrative support to the firm by overseeing the financial transactions of the firm and evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of the processes that are critical to meeting the firm’s strategic objectives.
Qualifications
BCompt, University of Johannesburg
Competencies
Accounting
Auditing
Business Ethics
Esethu Nyombo
Senior Associate
Biography
Esethu is an experienced and dedicated lawyer specializing in employment law, alternative dispute resolution, and corporate and commercial litigation. He is committed to helping clients achieve their objectives by providing practical legal advice on complex issues. His excellent communication skills facilitate effective interaction at all organizational levels.
Mr. Nyombo possesses a strong track record in employment law, encompassing the review and development of policies and codes of conduct, chairing disciplinary hearings, drafting charge sheets, training employees on company policies, and representing clients in the CCMA and Labour Court. Esethu has provided legal counsel and support to both private and public sector entities and have successfully assisted clients in serious commercial disputes. As a certified mediator, he mediates both commercial and labour disputes.
Mr. Nyombo possesses a strong track record in employment law, encompassing the review and development of policies and codes of conduct, chairing disciplinary hearings, drafting charge sheets, training employees on company policies, and representing clients in the CCMA and Labour Court. Esethu has provided legal counsel and support to both private and public sector entities and have successfully assisted clients in serious commercial disputes. As a certified mediator, he mediates both commercial and labour disputes.
Qualifications
Labour Dispute Resolution Practice (LDRP): University of Witwatersrand
LLM in Corporate Law, University of Pretoria
LLB, Walter Sisulu University
Admitted Attorney of the High Court
Competencies
Reviewing employment policies and codes of conduct
Developing new policies to meet organisational needs
Ensuring compliance with relevant labour laws
Conducting trainings on company policies and representing clients in the CCMA and Labour
Court
General corporate and commercial law
Undertaking due diligence investigations
Drafting and negotiating various commercial agreements including employment agreements
Representing clients in litigation proceedings
Practice Areas
Commercial Law
Contract Law
Court Litigation Procedures
Corporate Law
Employment Law
Namhla Mzuku
Attorney
Biography
Namhla Mzuku is an accomplished attorney and governance professional with extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, regulatory compliance, and legal advisory services across both private and public sectors. She is a practising senior attorney at SGA Law Africa, a boutique legal practice advising clients on various commercial transactions, business rescue, and stakeholder governance frameworks.
Namhla has served in senior in-house legal and compliance roles, most notably as the Secretarial and Compliance Manager at Convergence Partners, a Pan-African private equity investment firm. In this capacity, she oversaw corporate governance structures, managed regulatory compliance across South Africa and Mauritius, led FSCA licence applications, and advised on Exchange Control, Anti-Money Laundering, general fund administration, and contributed to board-level legal and risk management, and policy implementation.
Namhla combines her practical legal experience with a strong academic foundation. She holds an Economics and Management Sciences Master of Philosophy in Taxation from the University of Pretoria, an LLB and a BA in Political Science and International Relations, both from the University of the Witwatersrand, and a Certificate in International Trade Regulations from the World Trade Institute through the University of Bern in Switzerland. She has furthered her expertise through specialised short course in Tax Law and Business Rescue Practice, and she is a licensed Junior Business Rescue Practitioner registered with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission.
Her professional memberships include the Golden Key International Honour Society and the South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT), where she is an affiliated member. Namhla is known her principled leadership, regulatory insight, and commitment to advancing sound governance practices in complex legal and commercial environments.
Namhla has served in senior in-house legal and compliance roles, most notably as the Secretarial and Compliance Manager at Convergence Partners, a Pan-African private equity investment firm. In this capacity, she oversaw corporate governance structures, managed regulatory compliance across South Africa and Mauritius, led FSCA licence applications, and advised on Exchange Control, Anti-Money Laundering, general fund administration, and contributed to board-level legal and risk management, and policy implementation.
Namhla combines her practical legal experience with a strong academic foundation. She holds an Economics and Management Sciences Master of Philosophy in Taxation from the University of Pretoria, an LLB and a BA in Political Science and International Relations, both from the University of the Witwatersrand, and a Certificate in International Trade Regulations from the World Trade Institute through the University of Bern in Switzerland. She has furthered her expertise through specialised short course in Tax Law and Business Rescue Practice, and she is a licensed Junior Business Rescue Practitioner registered with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission.
Her professional memberships include the Golden Key International Honour Society and the South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT), where she is an affiliated member. Namhla is known her principled leadership, regulatory insight, and commitment to advancing sound governance practices in complex legal and commercial environments.
Qualifications
Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
Master of Philosophy in Taxation (MPHIL: Taxation), University of
Pretoria, Economics and Management Sciences
Advanced Short Course in Business Rescue Practice, University of South Africa Centre for Business Law
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), University of the Witwatersrand
Bachelor of Arts (BA) (Political Science and International Relations), University of the Witwatersrand
Certifications
Tax Law Short Course Certificate, University of Cape Town – 2021
Certificate in International Trade Regulations, World Trade Institute, University of Bern, Switzerland – 2016
License and Membership
Junior Business Rescue Practitioner, Companies and Intellectual Property Commission – 2024
Golden Key International Honour Society - 2024
Affiliated Member of the South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT) - 2025
Practice Areas
Corporate Governance
Commercial Law
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Compliance
Benjamin Chayamiti
Governance Practitioner
Biography
Benjamin Chayamiti is a seasoned governance professional with expertise in corporate governance, compliance management, risk assessment, and organisational development. He specialises in designing and maintaining governance frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting board-level functions. Benjamin is skilled in governance reporting, compliance audits, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, making him an integral part of fostering effective governance practices within organisations. He is particularly adept at assisting with board and committee support, policy development, and risk mitigation strategies.
Benjamin is a recognised leader in his field, having been a speaker at the 2024 Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA) Conference, where he presented on the topic: Sustainable Futures: A Blueprint for Responsible Investment Management. He was also the winner of the 11th Annual Unisa Research & Innovation Postgraduate Student Showcase in 2023, an achievement that highlights his dedication to research and innovation in governance and risk management.
Benjamin is a recognised leader in his field, having been a speaker at the 2024 Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA) Conference, where he presented on the topic: Sustainable Futures: A Blueprint for Responsible Investment Management. He was also the winner of the 11th Annual Unisa Research & Innovation Postgraduate Student Showcase in 2023, an achievement that highlights his dedication to research and innovation in governance and risk management.
Qualifications
Master of Administration in Public Management and Policy, University of Pretoria
Post Graduate Diploma, Risk Management, University of South Africa
Bachelor of Laws, University of South Africa
Certifications
Associate of Chartered Governance Institute
Chartered Secretary
Chartered Governance Professional
License and Membership
Institute Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA)
Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa (CGISA)
Practice Areas
Corporate Governance
Company Secretarial Work
Risk Management
Regulatory Compliance
Governance Frameworks
Ethical Governance
Anita Strodike
Company Secretarial Administrator
Biography
Anita brings over a decade of company secretarial and legal administration experience from leading South African law firms. She is meticulous in managing statutory records, filings, and governance documentation, ensuring every detail is accurate and compliant.
Qualifications
Management & Administration, Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa
Sihle Khumalo
Candidate Attorney
Biography
Sihle plays vital roles at SGA Law Africa. As the assistant to the company secretary for various organisations which we service, she has gained immense experience for close to five years in corporate governance, administration, and corporate shareholdings.
In that time, Sihle has been a support to Sizwe in the liaison with board members across their organisations. Her secretarial administration includes various industries from transport, mining to entertainment. Sihle also helps compile legal documents and assists in drafting legal opinions.
In that time, Sihle has been a support to Sizwe in the liaison with board members across their organisations. Her secretarial administration includes various industries from transport, mining to entertainment. Sihle also helps compile legal documents and assists in drafting legal opinions.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws, University of South Africa
Certifications
Project Management
Practice Areas
Company Secretarial Services
Secretarial Administration
Companies and Intellectual Properties Commission (CIPC)
Bonolo Phamodi
Candidate Attorney
Biography
Bonolo Phamodi joined the firm as a Candidate Attorney in February 2025, after completing her LLB at North-West University. She is currently gaining broad experience through rotations in litigation, commercial agreements, company secretarial work, international trade law, corporate law, corporate governance, labour law, and alternative dispute resolution.
Known for her professionalism, attention to detail, and thoughtful approach, Bonolo is driven by a passion for impactful legal work. She is committed to developing into a well-rounded legal practitioner who delivers practical, business-minded solutions with integrity and insight.
Known for her professionalism, attention to detail, and thoughtful approach, Bonolo is driven by a passion for impactful legal work. She is committed to developing into a well-rounded legal practitioner who delivers practical, business-minded solutions with integrity and insight.
Qualifications
LLB, North West University
Lesedi Mpoko
Business Development Manager
Biography
Lesedi is responsible for our business development to help us grow our firm through sales, strategic partnerships and communications.
He plies his trade through distinctive stakeholder engagement, elegant sales methods and forming relationships with industry leaders.
Mr. Mpoko takes pride in plying his trade through forming relationships that provide value for his stakeholders. He uses communication to best grow SGA Law Africa’s footprint, image and reputation
He plies his trade through distinctive stakeholder engagement, elegant sales methods and forming relationships with industry leaders.
Mr. Mpoko takes pride in plying his trade through forming relationships that provide value for his stakeholders. He uses communication to best grow SGA Law Africa’s footprint, image and reputation
Qualifications
Dip: Integrated Communication, Tshwane University of Technology
Xolile Myeni
Executive Assistant
Biography
Xolile is a qualified Paralegal with a National Diploma in Legal Assistance from Tshwane University of Technology. She has extensive experience supporting legal teams with drafting legal documents, managing case files, liaising with clients and compliance.
She is an accomplished Executive Assistant with extensive experience providing high-level administrative and organizational support to Senior Executives and leadership teams. With a strong background in office management, communication and project coordination. She plays a key role in ensuring seamless business operations and executive efficiency.
Recognized for her professionalism and dedication, organizational skills, discretion, and attention to detail.
She is an accomplished Executive Assistant with extensive experience providing high-level administrative and organizational support to Senior Executives and leadership teams. With a strong background in office management, communication and project coordination. She plays a key role in ensuring seamless business operations and executive efficiency.
Recognized for her professionalism and dedication, organizational skills, discretion, and attention to detail.
Qualifications
NDip: Legal Assistance, Tshwane University of Technology
Petunia Nevombe
Receptionist
Biography
Petunia adds value to SGA Law Africa with over 13 years of working experience in legal practice. She assists with, amongst other, monthly invoicing, recordkeeping of accounts. Further, Petunia assists our CEO with day-to-day running of our firm. She is very dedicated and works well in our team and individually.
Qualifications
NDip: Cost and Management Accounting, Tshwane University Technology