Wiseman Nkuhlu

Wiseman Lumkile Nkuhlu GCOB (born 5 February 1944 in Cala, Eastern Cape) is a South African chartered accountant, academic, and business leader. He became the first Black South African to qualify as a chartered accountant (CA(SA)) in 1976. Nkuhlu served as Economic Advisor to President Thabo Mbeki from 2000 to 2004 and chaired the Development Bank of Southern Africa’s Transition Team in 1995. He held the position of Chancellor of the University of Pretoria from 2006 until June 2022. Currently, he serves as Chairman of KPMG South Africa.

In the public sector, Nkuhlu was appointed Economic Advisor to President Thabo Mbeki from 2000 to 2004. During this period, he also served as Chief Executive of the Secretariat of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD), contributing significantly to the development and promotion of the NEPAD policy framework across the continent.

Nkuhlu's corporate engagements include chairing the Development Bank of Southern Africa and holding directorships at companies such as AngloGold Ashanti, Datatec, and Metropolitan Limited. He also served as Chairman of KPMG South Africa, where he was instrumental in steering the firm through reputational challenges following its involvement in state capture controversies.

In recognition of his contributions, Nkuhlu has received numerous accolades, including honorary doctorates from several South African universities and the Grand Counselor of the Order of the Baobab in Silver, awarded by former president Thabo Mbeki, for his exceptional service to the nation.