Muvhango Livhusha
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About Muvhango Livhusha

Vice President | Risk & Audit Specialist | Digital Transformation Leader

I am a purpose-driven leader, strategist, and technologist passionate about enabling ethical, digitally empowered, and forward-looking organizations. With over a decade of experience spanning risk management, IT governance, cybersecurity, internal audit, and digital transformation, I’ve earned the trust of institutions across sectors — from finance and mining to government, education, and nonprofit spaces.

Currently serving as the Vice President and Deputy Board Chair of ISACA South Africa Chapter, I advocate for responsible technology adoption, continuous learning, and the fusion of strategy and innovation to solve Africa’s complex organizational challenges.

Academic Background

Redefining Academic strategy

  • PhD Candidate – Digital Transformation
    (Focus: AI adoption in Internal Auditing in South Africa)

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  • BSc Honours in Computer Science

  • BSc in Mathematics & Computer Science

  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

    • Strategy Consulting
    Operations Career
    Management Consulting
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    Professional   Philosophy

    I believe that transformation begins with clarity of purpose and integrity of process. In a rapidly changing digital landscape, organizations need more than just tools — they need ethical frameworks, visionary leadership, and informed strategy to navigate complexity and risk.I believe that transformation begins with clarity of purpose and integrity of process. In a rapidly changing digital landscape, organizations need more than just tools — they need ethical frameworks, visionary leadership, and informed strategy to navigate complexity and risk.


    My professional approach integrates:

    • People-centered leadership

    • Strategic governance

    • Technological foresight

    • Evidence-based decision-making

    Leadership & Impact

    Redefining business strategy

    Throughout my journey, I’ve held leadership positions that blend technical insight with strategic influence:

    • Vice President, ISACA South Africa

    • Chairperson, Black Management Forum Soweto

    • Youth Development Leader, Tshiawelo Youth Forum

    • Lecturer & Mentor, MANCOSA and various platforms

    I’ve contributed to policy discussions, youth empowerment programs, boardroom strategy sessions, and academic scholarship. My mission is to uplift not only institutions but also the people who power them.

    Strategy Consulting
    Operations Career
    Management Consulting
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    Always ready to help

    Outside of corporate and academic roles, I’m passionate about community engagement, mentorship, and advancing Africa’s digital capabilities. I’ve led grassroots initiatives in leadership development and actively mentor young professionals entering the fields of IT, governance, and audit.

    A Career Built on Integrity, Insight & Innovation

    With over a decade of experience at the intersection of technology, governance, and strategy, I’ve had the privilege of leading, advising, and mentoring across diverse sectors. Below is a snapshot of my professional journey and the roles that have shaped my purpose and impact.

    Vice President & Deputy Board Chair

    ISACA South Africa Chapter
    2023 – Present

    • Elected to serve as Vice President of ISACA SA, a globally recognized professional association for IT governance.

    • Supporting chapter leadership, governance oversight, and member engagement strategies.

    • Driving national thought leadership on cybersecurity, digital trust, and IT audit.

    • Representing the chapter at conferences and industry forums locally and internationally.

    IT Audit & Risk Specialist

    Financial Services Sector
    2017 – Present

    • Lead audits covering IT General Controls (ITGC), application controls, cybersecurity reviews, and digital transformation assurance.

    • Provide strategic insight on technology risk and internal controls to boards and executive committees.

    • Support digital risk assessments for fintech initiatives and cloud-based deployments.

    • Facilitate audit readiness, regulatory compliance (e.g., POPIA, GDPR), and cybersecurity maturity reviews.

    Lecturer & Mentor

    MANCOSA & Professional Platforms
    2020 – Present

    • Deliver lectures on governance, IT audit, risk, and digital transformation.

    • Mentor MBA and postgraduate students across Johannesburg and national platforms.

    • Integrate academic theory with real-world application to build future-ready professionals.

    Chairperson – Black Management Forum (Soweto Branch)

    2016 – 2019

    • Led youth development initiatives and hosted professional events focused on black excellence, economic participation, and ethical leadership.

    • Engaged local businesses, public sector entities, and academic institutions to uplift emerging leaders.

    Tshiawelo Youth Forum – Treasurer & Head of Youth Development

    2010 – 2015

    • Coordinated youth empowerment projects in digital literacy, education, and entrepreneurship.

    • Managed community-based initiatives and nonprofit funding accountability.

    Academic Contributor & Researcher

  • Contributed a chapter titled “Factors That Influence the Adoption of AI-Enhanced Technologies in Internal Auditing in South Africa” to Research in the Southern African Digital Business (Vol IV).

  • Currently completing PhD studies focused on digital transformation in internal audit.