
Thami Masemola
COTY Chairman - Thami Masemola is a writer and founder of IN4RIDE. He is a trailblazer in motoring journalism and has won multiple awards for his diverse contributions to the field.

Gugu Masuku
Gugu has experience in print and broadcast journalism, sharing his expertise through platforms like Sowetan Motoring and Ignition TV.

Jason Mayo
Reserve Juror - Jason Mayo’s lifelong passion for mobility, innovation, and technology has fuelled his diverse career journey. With a background in accounting and experience in media, entertainment, finance, business administration, and IT solutions, he's made a ...

Riyad Jaffer
Riyad has been a key contributor to the Lenasia Times Group, focusing on motoring journalism and editorial development.

Azim Omar
Azim is an experienced journalist and Chartered Accountant known for his analytical thinking in motor journalism. He is the SAGMJ treasurer.

Ziphorah Masethe
Ziphorah Masethe has 7 years of experience in motoring journalism, starting her career in 2016 after earning a BTech in Journalism. She is considered a rising star in the industry.

Sean Nurse
Sean, an AutoTrader writer and video creator, started his career as a SAGMJ bursary recipient.

Alan Rosenmeyer
Alan turned a lifelong passion for motoring into a full-time career nine years ago with the birth of MotorMatters, now expanded into a comprehensive motor journalism platform including editing, social media, and YouTube.

Brenwin Naidu
COTY Committee - Brenwin is the motoring editor for Sowetan and Sunday Times Lifestyle, known for his award-winning journalism and recognition on the Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans list.

Nafisa Akabor
Nafisa Akabor is a freelance technology journalist whose forte covers business and consumer tech, she has been doing this for 15 years. In the last five years, Nafisa has ventured into electric cars.

Colin Windell
A veteran motoring writer since 1974, Colin launched Fleet magazine, which ran for 20 years. Currently, he is a freelancer for Carshop.co.za and other outlets.

Sibonelo Myeni
COTY Committee - Sibonelo’s iMoto Media enhances financial literacy and motoring knowledge through indigenous languages, reaching millions of South Africans.
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