Ayabonga Pokwana

Ayabonga Pokwana is a skilled professional in the field of mechanical engineering and mechatronics with experience as a Strategic Maintenance Trainee at Toyota South Africa since February 2023. Prior roles include Technician at Cape Peninsula University of Technology, where responsibilities involved mechanical and mechatronics engineering, and Research Affiliate at UWC's Energy Storage Innovation Lab, focusing on lithium-ion battery production and testing. Ayabonga also completed a Mechanical Engineering Internship at Lafarge Mining South Africa and served as a Student Tutor while pursuing a Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering in Mechatronics at Cape Peninsula University of Technology. Expertise includes renewable energy solutions, particularly in lithium-ion battery systems and storage technologies.