Nxeko Group Leadership
Nxeko Group is led by professionals with experience across public policy, stakeholder environments, and strategic advisory work. Our leadership approach combines disciplined analysis, ethical engagement, and practical execution to support clients operating in complex regulatory and political contexts.
Tobela Tapula
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Tobela provides executive leadership and strategic direction for Nxeko Group, drawing on extensive political leadership and public policy experience linked to the South African Parliament and multi-sector executive roles. He supports clients with strategic public affairs insight, stakeholder engagement direction, and risk-informed decision-making in dynamic operating environments.
Key focus areas:
- Executive strategy and advisory direction
- Government and institutional engagement
- Stakeholder and reputation management
Refiloe Mocwa
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Refiloe oversees operational delivery and internal coordination, ensuring Nxeko Group’s advisory work is executed with clarity, consistency, and discipline. She supports client engagements by aligning internal teams, timelines, and deliverables to service expectations.
Key focus areas:
- Operational planning and execution oversight
- Engagement coordination and delivery tracking
- Internal processes and quality assurance
- Client support and implementation follow-through
Nomsa Mdhluli
Comms, PR & Marketing Consultant
Nomsa supports communications, PR, and marketing, helping shape narratives that build credibility and stakeholder alignment. Her work strengthens positioning, messaging discipline, and public-facing communication in complex environments.
Key focus areas:
- Strategic communications and messaging
- PR support and reputation positioning
- Stakeholder communication planning
- Content and campaign coordination
Aphiwe Bewana
Government Affairs Consultant
Aphiwe supports government affairs delivery through structured engagement planning and institutional coordination. His work helps clients prepare for engagements, track follow-ups, and maintain disciplined stakeholder and government interaction.
Key focus areas:
- Government engagement planning and coordination
- Institutional stakeholder mapping
- Briefing support and meeting preparation
- Engagement tracking and reporting
Zama Mkosi
Policy & Regulatory Affairs Consultant
Zama supports clients with policy and regulatory analysis, helping anticipate change and shape practical response strategies. Her work focuses on clarifying regulatory impacts, tracking developments, and strengthening readiness for stakeholder and institutional engagement.
Key focus areas:
- Policy and regulatory scanning
- Regulatory impact analysis
- Compliance-oriented advisory support
- Briefing notes and stakeholder alignment
Dr. Petrus De Kock
Political Risk Analyst
Dr. De Kock provides political risk insight through monitoring, analysis, and scenario planning. He supports decision-makers by translating complex political dynamics into clear risk signals, implications, and practical mitigation considerations.
Key focus areas:
- Political risk monitoring and reporting
- Scenario planning and early-warning indicators
- Country and sector risk briefs
- Risk mitigation support
How we lead
Our leadership approach is built on disciplined advisory practice—grounded in ethics, strengthened through collaboration, and shaped by practical innovation in complex environments.
Integrity
We engage ethically and transparently, prioritising credibility, accountability, and professional standards.
Innovation
We translate emerging political, regulatory, and stakeholder dynamics into practical solutions that strengthen decisions and reduce uncertainty.
Collaboration
We work with clients and stakeholders as partners, aligning interests, and building trust through inclusive engagement
Work with Nxeko Group
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