Benford Mokoatle

Benford Mokoatle serves as the Executive Vice President: South Africa at Gold Fields since October 2017, responsible for promoting a positive corporate culture and optimizing operational performance at South Deep mine. Additionally, Mokoatle holds multiple leadership roles, including Director of Gold Fields Operations Limited and GFI Joint Venture Holding (Pty) Ltd, and Member of the Board of Trustees for both the South Deep Education Trust and South Deep Community Trust, focusing on responsible operation and community benefits. Previous experience includes serving as General Manager at both Venetia and Voorspoed Diamond Mines within The De Beers Group, where Mokoatle prioritized safety and community legacy. Mokoatle's educational background includes an MBA from Wits Business School and a Bachelor of Science honors in Geology from the University of Cape Town.