The DaVinci Institute proudly congratulates Sinaye Mgolombane, one of our faculty members, on his appointment to the GAPPS Board of Directors, effective 1 July 2025. This significant milestone reflects his exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing the project management profession, both in South Africa and on the global stage.
Recognising an Accomplished Leader
Mgolombane is a distinguished Project Management Professional, Business Executive, Digital Transformation Champion, and Environmentalist based in Johannesburg. With over two decades of experience across sectors including transport, financial services, construction, defence and petrochemicals, he has successfully led complex and large-scale strategic programmes that have shaped industries and driven meaningful impact. Beyond his role at The DaVinci Institute, he serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for PMSA, where he continues to champion excellence and innovation in the field.
Championing Project Management in Africa
A passionate advocate for project management in Africa, Mgolombane has authored widely read articles such as “The Impact of AI in Infrastructure Development” and “Strategic Project Governance in a Non-Projectized Environment: A South African Perspective”, published in the PM World Journal. He has also delivered thought-provoking talks on topics such as strategy implementation through projects, inspiring professionals across the continent.
About GAPPS and Its Global Role
The Global Alliance for the Project Professions (GAPPS) is a nonprofit organisation that provides independent benchmarks for project management standards and assessments. Since 2003, it has brought together government, industry, professional associations, qualification bodies and academic institutions to build a shared global framework for project management. PMSA is one of GAPPS’s founding members, and this appointment further strengthens the connection between African leadership and the global project management community.
Advancing Global Recognition: Sinaye Mgolombane
Through this directorship, Mgolombane will help advance the international recognition of PMSA designations and contribute to shaping global standards for the profession.
“I am honoured to join the GAPPS Board of Directors and look forward to contributing to its continued success. I am particularly drawn to the organisation’s commitment to thought leadership in project, programme and portfolio management, and I am eager to work alongside the talented team to achieve its objectives,” he shared.
The DaVinci Institute celebrates this remarkable achievement and extends heartfelt congratulations to Sinaye Mgolombane. His appointment is a source of pride for our academic community and a reflection of the calibre of leaders who form part of The DaVinci Institute.
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