Obakeng Matlhoko leads Jozi My Jozi’s public transit revitalisation workstream, bringing a unique combination of accounting expertise, mobility innovation and ICT knowledge to transform urban transportation.

A professional accountant (SA) with studies in logistics management, he co-founded Sowertech in 2012 and developed Afta Robot – the first hailing app for South Africa’s minibus taxi industry.

His pioneering work in technology-driven mobility solutions positions him to drive innovative business models for the public transit sector, supporting accessible and sustainable transportation across Johannesburg’s inner city.