Johannesburg, 03 February 2025 – Hyundai Automotive South Africa is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Zweli Mnisi as the new General Manager: Corporate Communications, effective immediately. With over two decades of experience in brand management, corporate communications, media liaison, digital strategy, and stakeholder engagement, Mnisi brings a wealth of expertise to the role.
Throughout his distinguished career, Mnisi has held key leadership positions across multinational corporations and the public sector. His most recent role saw him serving as Head of Public Relations, Media Engagement & Digital for the East and Southern Africa Region at Nestlé. His ability to craft and execute strategic communications initiatives has resulted in significant and sustainable earned media coverage both locally and internationally.
Mnisi’s impressive track record includes pivotal roles such as:
- Head of Communications and Media Relations at Accenture South Africa.
- Chief Director: Communications/Spokesperson at the Ministry of Police, South Africa.
- Public Relations & Executive Communications Manager at Cisco South Africa – the first person to hold this position.
- Director: Communications and Marketing at the former National Department of Sport and Recreation South Africa.
- Public Relations and Communications Manager at Proudly South African – the inaugural appointee in this role.
As Hyundai Automotive South Africa continues to navigate the dynamic and highly competitive automotive landscape, Mnisi’s appointment marks a strategic step towards strengthening the brand’s presence and enhancing customer experiences. His extensive background in communications and stakeholder engagement is expected to play a crucial role in amplifying Hyundai’s market positioning and reinforcing its commitment to innovation and excellence.
“We are excited to welcome Zweli to the Hyundai Automotive South Africa family. We are confident that his experience and proven capabilities will contribute significantly to positively enhancing our brand in the highly competitive automotive industry, particularly as we embark on strengthening and improving our customer experiences,” said Stanley Anderson, Director: Sales and Operations at Hyundai Automotive South Africa.
Under Mnisi’s leadership, Hyundai aims to further drive brand engagement, foster meaningful connections with consumers, and enhance corporate communications strategies to support the company’s growth objectives in South Africa.
