PwC has announced the appointment of Anastacia Tshesane as the next CEO of PwC South Africa, effective 1 July 2026.
Tshesane has served as Chairman of the PwC South Africa Governing Board and the PwC Africa Governance Board since July 2021. With her transition into the CEO role, she will formally hand over both chairmanships to Alsue du Preez. Du Preez, currently the PwC Africa Insurance Leader, brings more than 18 years of partner experience working with large, listed financial services clients. Her leadership and depth of expertise are expected to further strengthen the firm’s governance structures.
Tshesane steps into her new role with nearly two decades of experience at PwC. As an Assurance Partner, she has developed extensive expertise across the Financial Services, Consumer Markets and Industrial Products and Services sectors. She has led audits for major local and multinational companies with global footprints. Her leadership approach is rooted in quality, ethics, inclusion and a strong commitment to PwC’s people and brand.
Commenting on the appointment, PwC Africa CEO Dion Shango said, “Anastacia has been instrumental in the firm’s growth and in strengthening the auditing profession. Her dedication to working alongside our leaders, clients and stakeholders to ensure the firm’s success speaks for itself. She is an inspirational leader, and her deep understanding of our clients, people and culture has made PwC stronger. I am confident that she will lead PwC Southern Africa effectively and deliver for all our stakeholders.”
Tshesane will take over from Shirley Machaba, who has served as CEO of PwC South Africa since 2019. Machaba will retire at the end of her term on 30 June 2026, concluding a distinguished 24-year career with the firm.
Reflecting on her tenure, Machaba said, “It has been an incredible privilege to lead PwC South Africa. I am proud of the legacy we have built and the impact we’ve made in building trust in society and solving important problems. I am confident that Anastacia will continue to build on this foundation and take PwC to even greater heights.”
Looking ahead, Tshesane added, “As we execute on the next era for PwC, delivering quality and trust will be of utmost importance as we sustain the success of our people and clients. This leadership position offers an incredible opportunity to build on the solid foundation Shirley has laid. It is an honour to follow such an accomplished leader. I would also like to thank Dion for his continued support. Both Dion and Shirley have been champions of generating momentum for our clients and our people, and they exemplify true leadership.”
//Staff writer
