Zanele holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with Mathematics, from the University of Cape Town, an MBA and a Masters in Corporate Strategy, both from Gordon Institute of Business Science. Zanele is passionate about strategy design and implementation, with over 15 years of experience in the sector. Despite beginning her career in technology, she eventually sought positions in management consulting, beginning at Burlington Strategy Advisors and Accenture. She has since had a number of senior and executive strategy management positions, primarily in the financial services industry.