Zaheera Mohamed Champions Early Childhood Development Reform in South Africa
By Editor • August 30, 2026 • 1 min read
Zaheera Mohamed, the chief executive of Ilifa Labantwana, is at the forefront of transforming South Africa's early childhood development (ECD) landscape. With her extensive background as a former director at the National Treasury, she leverages her public finance expertise to spearhead significant reforms in the sector.
Mohamed's journey into this pivotal role is influenced by her upbringing and her experience within civil society. She collaborates closely with governmental bodies to streamline processes, eliminate bureaucratic obstacles, and secure essential funding. This ensures that critical subsidies are effectively delivered to the nation’s most vulnerable children and practitioners.
Source: www.dailymaverick.co.za
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