Nondzwakazi Gumede, CIO, Eastern Cape Department of Health

There is truth in the maxim that it’s tough at the top. It’s tough enough having to deal with the responsibilities at hand, but it’s even tougher when you are a newcomer to a province, have no friends, know no one, and leave behind a family support structure.

This did not deter Nondzwakazi Gumede, CIO, Eastern Cape Department of Health, whose no-nonsense leadership approach, determination and sound ICT background spanning over 20 years has entrenched her in her position with a team that respects and understands her, working collaboratively to achieve the very tough goals and challenges the department has.