Nonceba Qabazi

Nonceba Qabazi is an experienced professional in the fields of entrepreneurship development and economic research. Currently serving as the Association Ventures Manager at the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation, Nonceba previously held the position of Programme Director at GrindstoneXL, where leadership was demonstrated in the all-women accelerator programme and the Green Economy programme. With a strong background in project management, Nonceba has led initiatives such as the Township Economies and Durban Innovation Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Snapshots at the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE) and served as a Board Trustee at Greatmore Studios. Educational qualifications include a Master of Commerce in Economics from the University of the Witwatersrand and a Bachelor of Commerce from Rhodes University, complemented by various internships and tutoring roles in economics and communications.