Sinenhlanhla Makanya is an experienced professional in the agricultural sector, currently serving as a Junior Inspector and Agri Export Technologist at PPECB since April 2021, with a focus on quality assurance for perishable products and food safety. Previously, Sinenhlanhla worked as an Orchard Inspection Technician at PPECB, conducting phytosanitary inspections to ensure compliance with European Union protocols. Sinenhlanhla has also served as a Facilitator at MTL Training and Projects, a Junior Agricultural Manager at Timbali Technology Incubators, a Sugarcane Supervisor at Mthayiza Farming, and an Agricultural Intern at Sivunoseftu Agricultural Service. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Technology in Agricultural and Extension Education Services from Tshwane University of Technology, a Certificate in Crop Protection from AVCASA, and a National Diploma in Agronomy and Crop Science from Mangosuthu Technikon.