The Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry NPC

The Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry NPC holds the distinction of being the oldest and largest metropolitan chamber in Africa, having been established in 1856. Our primary objective is to serve the business community in eThekwini by advocating and lobbying for their interests. Our organisation has a member-focused approach, ensuring that their needs are prioritised. We take pride in our brand, which is built on strong values, trust and integrity, making us the preferred choice of chamber for our members.

As the oldest metropolitan chamber in Africa, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our members through our dynamic collaborations with the private and public sectors. Our efforts go beyond the vast array of value-added services that we provide. We have established a network of 20 Standing Forums that convene frequently to discuss and deliberate on pertinent matters within their respective industries. By doing so, we ensure that our members are well-informed and equipped to navigate the ever-evolving business landscape.

The Durban Chamber also offers membership. We believe in MEMBERSHIP THROUGH FELLOWSHIP and CREATING PARTNERSHIPS. Therefore RELATIONSHIPS are the true currency of commerce. The Durban Chamber facilitates our members’ development of business relationships with one another, as well as with other key stakeholders to promote economic growth.

Tel: +27 31 335 1000

Website: www.durbanchamber.co.za

Chief Executive Officer: Palesa Phili

Email: ceo@durbanchamber.co.za

Marketing and Communications

Email: marketing@durbanchamber.co.za

Business Development

Email: info@durbanchamber.co.za

Palesa Phili Biography

Palesa has over 20 years’ experience in the information and communication technology (ICT) and telecommunications sector, working for leading multinational companies within the ICT sector. She has 10 years’ experience in executive positions with added experience in board-level positions within the manufacturing and incubation sectors. Her specialties range from strong operational experience to strategic growth and market penetration into various customer environments. She has worked for organisations such as Hewlett Packard, IBM and EMC Computers. Her most recent role was at MTN SA where she was the Regional Head for MTN Business in KZN. Palesa holds a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Johannesburg (UJ) and an advanced Business Management Programme Certificate and is a member of the South African Institute of Directors (IOD). She also sits on various boards, including SmartXchange and Invotech incubators.