The Visionary Powering a New Era of Global Business

Malvin Chiwanga

In the world of high stakes industry, where only the boldest dare to rewrite the rules, one name stands above the rest Malvin Chiwanga. A visionary entrepreneur, master strategist, and industrial titan, he has built empires from the ground up, transforming ambition into a legacy that spans continents. As Founder and CEO of Afromind Capital, Malvin is not just in the business of investments he is in the business of reshaping Africa’s economic future. Unlike traditional firms, Afromind Capital is a movement, a force committed to unity, resilience and shared prosperity. Under his leadership, it is more than an investment powerhouse it is a revolution in economic empowerment.

But Malvin’s story doesn’t stop there. From humble beginnings in 2018, he built Matrix Petroleum a company that now commands vast influence across 12 countries, a multimillion pound powerhouse redefining the petroleum, energy and renewable sectors. Fueling industries. Powering nations. Changing the game. And he isn’t stopping. With his groundbreaking MaxFuelRx brand, he is leading the charge toward a greener, cleaner future, proving that even in one of the world’s most challenging industries, profit and sustainability can coexist. Before building Matrix Petroleum into a global force, Malvin was already making waves. As Head of UnoMedical Southern Africa, he led the company’s strategic direction, later joining its UK board of directors, overseeing operations at the highest level. His keen market instincts and deep understanding of global finance have set the stage for Matrix Petroleum’s upcoming listing on the London Stock Exchange a move that will cement its place among the giants.

Recognised as one of Africa’s most influential business minds, Malvin has been spotlighted in CEO Business Influencers Magazine 2021, his name synonymous with power, vision, and unstoppable drive. But for Malvin, success isn’t measured in numbers alone it is defined by impact. Through environmental and community driven initiatives, he is ensuring that business isn’t just about profit it’s about leaving a mark on the world. This is more than a career. More than business. This is legacy in the making. And Malvin Chiwanga is the man writing the next chapter.

MEET THE TEAM

Mr. Cedric Ohoussi

Born in Congo Brazzaville and refined in the intellectual crucibles of the United Kingdom, Cedric Ohoussi embodies a rare fusion of African resolve and global financial acumen. Arriving in the UK at a young age in pursuit of academic excellence. He earned a degree in Business Management and Finance laying the foundation for a career that would transcend convention and redefine success on his own terms.

Dr. Joseph Grah

Chief Negotiator

Afromind Capital Director, Humanitarian Affairs AFRIJAPAN AFRICASIA International Cooperation A diplomat by training and a strategist by instinct Dr. Joseph Grah brings over 2 decades of unparalleled expertise in international relations, conflict resolution and high stakes negotiation to his role as Chief Negotiator at AFROMIND Capital.

Mr. Popo Masilo

Chief Legal & Compliance Officer

Legal Luminary Corporate Governance Expert Strategic Advisor. Popo Masilo is a distinguished legal strategist and governance expert, renowned for his incisive legal acumen and commitment to regulatory excellence. As Chief Legal & Compliance Officer (CLCO) at Afromind Capital, he ensures strict adherence to both local and international financial regulations while crafting sophisticated legal frameworks that fortify corporate partnerships. A seasoned boardroom authority, Popo serves as a Board Member at Indigo Kulani Group the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) (SoC) and Bertha Gxowa Hospital, where his expertise in corporate governance and risk management drives institutional integrity and strategic oversight.

Mr. Krishna Govender

Chief Investment Officer

Krishna Govender – Visionary Finance and Strategy Architect A financial virtuoso and strategic luminary, Krishna Govender stands at the vanguard of investment innovation, corporate transformation and governance excellence. As Chief Investment Officer at Afromind Capital, he orchestrates capital raising strategies, forging deep alliances with sovereign wealth funds, pension funds and institutional investors, securing pioneering financial solutions for high impact ventures. A Chartered Accountant (SA) with over two decades of unparalleled expertise, Krishna has engineered financial excellence, strategic expansion and corporate revitalization across media, sports, healthcare, government, and private enterprise. His leadership extends across powerhouse institutions such as SuperSport, M-Net, MultiChoice, PRASA and the National Nuclear Regulator, where he has redefined financial structures and spearheaded transformative growth.

Mr. Sipho Baloyi

Strategic Innovator Transformational Executive

Sipho Baloyi is an astute and dynamic executive whose career is defined by strategic foresight, operational excellence and a relentless drive for business transformation. With a wealth of experience spanning corporate leadership, governance and entrepreneurship, he has masterfully navigated both public and private sectors, leaving an indelible mark on every organization he has led. As the former CEO of Business Evolution South Africa (BESA) and JVI Group, Sipho spearheaded corporate strategy, business expansion and high stakes negotiations, ensuring sustained growth and stakeholder confidence. Prior to this he held executive leadership roles at the South African Revenue Service (SARS), where he directed the Enforcement division, shaping regulatory compliance and operational efficiency over a remarkable 14 year tenure.