Songezo Mpini

Research Analyst at Public Investment Corporation (PIC)

Speaker

Songezo Mpini is currently a Research Analyst at the Public Investment Corporation (PIC), with five years of experience in the field of economics and finance. With a diverse background in the financial sector, Songezo brings a unique perspective to his role, having previously served as an Economist at the South African Reserve Bank and the Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa.

Songezo's expertise spans various facets of research, and he is particularly passionate about the development of Africa and unlocking trade and investment opportunities in the continent through export credit insurance, industry risk assessment, due diligence, country and sovereign risk analysis. His in-depth knowledge and commitment to understanding economic and political landscapes in Africa have been instrumental in guiding investment decisions at PIC and credit insurance decisions at ECIC.

Academically, Songezo studied economics at North West University (Honors), the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal (Masters), and the University of the Witwatersrand (Masters). His academic pursuits have further enriched his ability to provide well-informed and data-driven insights into the financial and economic landscapes of Africa, making him an invaluable asset to the field of research and investment.