Mr. M Gcabo

President of the Commission

South Africa

Hon. PD Bani

Senior Vice-President

Ghana

HRH. Princess T Dlamini

Vice-President

eSwatini

Dr. V Munyama

Vice-President

South Africa

Background Overview

The guiding principle of GFVC AFRICA ECOSYSTEM is its sustainable future economic model, which underpins our approach to unlocking the full potential of the entire value chain. This approach ensures a resilient and sustainable future for all. The Commission comprises various departments, each headed by a Commissioner responsible for developing policies in specific areas. This structure enables a focused and effective approach to driving growth and development across Africa. The President leads the Commission, providing strategic direction and oversight to all departments and service departments. This ensures a cohesive and coordinated approach to achieving our vision and goals.

LEADERSHIP

Leadership

GFVC AFRICA COMMISSION STRUCTURE

The GFVC AFRICA Commission is led by a dynamic and experienced executive leadership team dedicated to unlocking the full potential of the value chain. This team of seasoned professionals brings expertise and knowledge to drive the Commission's vision and strategy.

The Executive Leadership Team:

President: Mr. Gcabo (-elected by the Assembly for a 5-year term)
Senior Vice-President: Honorable Bani [(appointed for a 5-year term)
Finance Vice-President: Dr Munyama (appointed for a 5-year term)
Policy and Advocacy Vice-President: HRH Princess T Dlamini (appointed for a 5-year term)
Industrial Development Vice-President (appointed for a 5-year term)
Social Justice Vice-President (appointed for a 5-year term)
Economic Justice Vice-President (appointed for a 5-year term)
Environmental Justice Vice-President (appointed for a 5-year term)
20 Regional Commissioners: (nominated by regions and appointed by the President for a 5-year term)
20 Regional Youth Deputy Commissioners (nominated and appointed by regions for a 5-year term)
Secretary-General and Youth Secretary-General of Commission (appointed for a 5-year term by permanent members of the Assembly)

Supporting the Executive Leadership Team:

Administrative and Financial Support Staff: A team of experienced professionals providing administrative and financial support to the Commission.
Value Chain Technical Experts: A team of experts providing technical guidance and support to the Commission.

Leadership Structure:

The Commission's leadership structure is designed to ensure effective governance, strategic direction, and operational efficiency. The President leads the Commission, supported by the Senior Vice President, Finance Vice President, and Divisional Vice Presidents. The Regional Commissioners and their youth deputies provide regional representation and support.

Local Impact through Collaborative Structure

To achieve our vision and drive meaningful impact at the local level, The ecosystem's comprehensive and inclusive structure brings together governments, the private sector, industry associations, financial institutions, development partners, academia, research institutions, traditional leaders, and other stakeholders to drive growth and development across Africa to work seamlessly towards a common goal. This structure comprises various departments and bodies collaborating to develop policies, provide technical expertise, and support implementation at continental, regional, national, and municipal levels.

Key Components of the Structure:

The GFVC AFRICA Assembly (Governing Board): Our governing body is responsible for strategic direction and oversight. Nominates members of the Commission in agreement with the President and his office (5-year term)
The Pan-African Commission (Secretariat): Our secretariat provides administrative and technical support.
Regional, National, and Municipal Structures: Our regional, national, and municipal offices work closely with local stakeholders.
Regional Commission Member Structure: Our regional commission members represent their respective regions and report to the Pan-African Commission.
Country Coordinators/National Offices: Our country coordinators and national offices implement programs and policies at the national level and report to their regional structure.
Municipal Offices: Our municipal offices work directly with local communities and stakeholders and report to the national structure.

This collaborative structure enables us to harness the expertise and resources of our stakeholders, ensuring a coordinated and effective approach to driving growth and development across Africa.

DEPARTMENTS

Departments

Directorates-General (DGs):

The Commission may establish Directorates-General (DGs) to focus on specific policy areas, including youth development, to enhance the Commission's effectiveness, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The structure and roles of the DGs will be determined by the Commission as needed.

Amendments to the Structure:

This structure may be amended at any time by the Commission to further enhance the Commission's effectiveness, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Such amendments will be made in accordance with the Commission's governing documents and procedures.

LOCATION

Location

Headquarters

The headquarters of the GFVC AFRICA Commission is primarily based in Johannesburg, South Africa, where the initiative was established. Currently, the commission has established a presence in three countries:

GFVC South Africa: Based in Johannesburg, this office serves as the headquarters and central hub for the commission's operations.
GFVC Eswatini: This office oversees the commission's activities in the Kingdom of Eswatini.
GFVC Lesotho: This office is responsible for the commission's initiatives in the Kingdom of Lesotho.

Strategic Expansion Initiative

As a key component of its growth strategy, the GFVC AFRICA Commission is committed to establishing a presence in all regions by the end of the year. This ambitious endeavor is designed to facilitate attaining the organization's overarching objectives.

Regional Expansion Objectives

Through this strategic expansion, the Commission aims to:

Enhance its impact across the continent
Foster robust partnerships with regional stakeholders
Optimize service delivery to better serve the needs of African communities

With a clear focus on pan-African growth, the GFVC AFRICA Commission is well-positioned to make a profound and lasting difference in the lives of individuals across the continent, ultimately contributing to Africa's socio-economic development and prosperity.