FACE 2 FACE
... with CHDM chief financial officer Nomfundo Fetsha
Question: What do you like most about your job?
Answer: That it is highly regulated and I do everything according to the rules of law.
Q: What can you do to make South Africa a better place?
A: I can make those whom I have influence over accountable for their actions and I can make good governance the order of the day
Q: What would you like to be remembered for?
A: For leaving behind a legacy of mentoring, coaching and sharing of ideas.
Q: What is the best advice you have ever received?
A: It was from a former evangelist who used to say that I must not forget God in good times and in bad, because He is the reason I am who I am today.
Q: How do you unwind after a hectic work day?
A: A cup of coffee and playing with my children is what takes my mind off work.
Q: Who or what inspires you?
A: My late mother is the reason I persevere in life. Whenever I am going through something I always think of what she would say to me at that particular moment. I also get inspired when an idea I have beats the odds by ending in success.
Q: What was your most embarrassing moment?
A: When I used to attend my high school years with a worn out jersey and torn shoes.
Q: What makes you happy?
A: My children make me happy. They appreciate and look up to me, we even have our special ways of greeting and saying goodbye to one another.
Q: If you could do an act of kindness for someone what would it be?
A: It is sharing with the poor the little that I have. I have adopted three boys, because I believe that every child deserves a second chance.
Q: What do you love most about SA?
A: I love the fact that we are a democratic country.
Q: If you could choose to be an animal, what would you be and why?
A: I would be an eagle because I always aim high. I want to be the best in every thing I do.
Q: If you had the opportunity to inspire the youth of South Africa what would you say?
A: Children are not guided enough in terms of choosing a career path to follow. I would emphasise the importance of developing and following their passions, and alert them that it is not merely about studying but its about following your heart and reaching for your dreams.