Sello Makhubela

Chief Executive Officer, Joburg Market

Sello Makhubela is Chief Executive Officer of Joburg Market, in the role since January 2026.

Joburg Market is the City of Johannesburg's wholesale fresh produce market at City Deep, described as the largest in Africa. Makhubela won the World Union of Wholesale Markets Manager of the Year jury recognition in November 2025.

In the job

  1. Joburg Market's chief executive received the jury recognition for the World Union of Wholesale Markets Manager of the Year Award 2025 in Brussels. Source

  2. The board adopted a Smart Market Strategy built on innovation, technology and a shift to clean energy such as solar power. Source

  3. The City of Johannesburg confirmed Makhubela as CEO after a period in an acting role. Source

Career before

  1. Deputy Director, Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development
  2. Municipal Manager, Bela-Bela Local Municipality
  3. Executive roles, Johannesburg Fresh Produce Market
  4. Acting CEO, Joburg Market

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, University of Johannesburg; Honours degree in Leadership; MBA

Sources

  1. joburg.org.za
  2. app-coj-qa-wp-sanorth-001.azurewebsites.net
  3. freshplaza.com

Facts last checked 3 November 2026. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.

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