Anele Qaba
Anele Qaba is the CEO of the Mandela Bay Development Agency (MBDA), where he leads initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth and tourism in the Nelson Mandela Bay area. Under his leadership, the agency has successfully secured major sporting events, including the upcoming Springbok test match, showcasing his commitment to enhancing the region's profile as a sports destination.
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Anele Qaba is the CEO of the Mandela Bay Development Agency (MBDA).
Change is an opportunity for reflection and recalibration – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-12-09
Anele Qaba is the Chief Executive Officer of the MBDA.
MBDA 5 600-seater lakeside amphitheatre will boost business events tourism – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-11-10Anele Qaba, the MBDA CEO, is excited by the opportunity to bring another fixture of this calibre to the Eastern Cape.
MBDA secures world cup qualifiers, Bafana Bafana for international friendly against Zambia – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-11-06Anele Qaba is the CEO of MBDA, overseeing the implementation of a hybrid security programme.
Phase two of MBDA hybrid security programme on track – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-10-17Anele Qaba is the Chief Executive Officer of MBDA who reported historic performance achievements.
MBDA records historic 81% performance – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-09-08Anele Qaba, the CEO of MBDA, emphasizes the importance of hosting world-class events in Nelson Mandela Bay.
Another big win for MBDA as international rugby returns to Nelson Mandela Bay – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-08-21
Anele Qaba is the Chief Executive Officer of the Mandela Bay Development Agency.
2024/25 a historic breakthrough year for MBDA – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-07-07
Qaba expressed his pleasure at being on site for the opening and highlighted the community's involvement in the project.
Helenvale celebrates grand opening of Extension 12 Play Park – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-06-30
Anele Qaba, the CEO of MBDA, expressed confidence in Zinhle Thwala-Zulu's appointment.
MBDA appoints seasoned town planning professional Zinhle Thwala-Zulu to spearhead catalytic programmes, urban revitalisation – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-06-11
Anele Qaba is the CEO of MBDA who leads the team pushing for major events in the Bay.
Collective efforts bring Springboks to NMB Stadium – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-28
