Given Mashabathakga

Given Mashabathakga is an accomplished procurement and supply chain professional with extensive experience across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and public sector organizations. Currently serving as Procurement Lead at the World Food Programme, Given oversees food and goods procurement for twelve countries in the Southern Africa and Indian Oceans region. Previous roles at EY and PwC involved transaction strategy, operational advice, procurement transformation, and large-scale transformation projects. Given has also contributed to the South African Chamber of Commerce UK and holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) in Strategic Supply Management from the University of South Africa, complemented by certifications in entrepreneurship, project management, and metalliferous mining.