Niksha Maharaj

Niksha Maharaj is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in town planning and business development. Currently serving as the Senior Manager of New Business Development at Famous Brands since March 2023, Niksha also contributes as a Smart Cities Practitioner for the Smart Cities Council. Previous roles include Senior Development Manager at Shire Oak International and Site Acquisition Supervisor at MTN, marking a unique expertise in technology and town planning. Experience at Huawei Technologies involved site acquisition for telecommunications infrastructure, project management, and community engagement. Niksha's career began as a Junior Town Planner with the Umzinyathi District Municipality, complemented by earlier roles in planning consultancy and internships focused on strategic planning and development applications. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Technology in Town and Regional Planning from Durban University of Technology and a Diploma in Project Management from the University of South Africa.