beyondboundaries

About Us

Passion, Determination,
Industry innovation and Superior quality

ABOUT US

We facilitate partnerships between public and private sector groups including those who seek to invest in the South Africa.

Passion, determination, industry innovation and superior quality in our work speak to the core belief in our value system and how we service our client’s needs. Beyond Boundaries always seeks to reinvent the way in which we service our clients. 

We are constantly striving to raise the standard at which we do business with an established network of contacts and strategic relationships with numerous key role players in the industry. Beyond Boundaries is well positioned to cater to the various needs of our clients with superior distinction.

Agent for African Enterprises

constantly keeping our fingers on the pulse, ears to the ground and pride ourselves in constantly knowing the
latest trends and shifts in the business markets that can provide opportunities for

ABOUT OUR MD

Ms Zama Phakathi MD: Beyond Boundaries

Zama Phakathi is a successful entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and philanthropist. After completing her BCom degree in 2001 and building a
corporate career, she founded Splendid Marketing in 2009, which has grown into a leading Black-owned marketing, branding, PR, and events company. She has expanded her interests into various sectors, served on
numerous boards, and received several national business awards.


She is a philanthropist at heart and through her foundation, The Zama Phakathi Foundation, she empowers youth, women, and disadvantaged communities, particularly in KwaZulu-Natal. Zama is widely recognised for her leadership, entrepreneurial success, and commitment to making a positive impact.

Some of her notable achievements and involvements include:
– Winning multiple Business Awards, including:

  • 2026: 100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit 2026 – Honoree Award.
  • 2026: 5th National Annual Gender Based Violence Awards – Community Builder Award
  • 2026: 14th World Women Leadership – South Africa’s Women Leaders Award.
  • 2025: Special Recognition – Brand Leadership Excellence Award – Achievement Alley Awards.
  • 2024: SMME Category Winner – Achievement Alley Awards.
  • 2018: Top Co National Business Awards – Top Young Executive of the Year.
  • 2014: Standard Bank Top Women Achiever Awards – Fast Growth Women-Owned SMME Award and Finalist under the category “Top Young Female Entrepreneur”.

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ABOUT OUR DIRECTOR

Mr Stephen Gwande Director: Beyond Boundaries

Professional Experience

Mr Stephen Gwande has 30 years’ experience across Zimbabwe and South Africa in business development, corporate management, and strategic partnerships. Stephen specializes in Global Investor Mandate and Project Financing within the SADC region.

His mandate is sourcing “Shovel Ready” and Ready to Build RTB projects, structuring bankable documentation, and aligning utilities, regulators, investors, and EPC+F teams to take projects from concept to financial close. Technical focus includes Solar PV, BESS, Hybrid Inverters, Grid-tied/Off-grid systems, and Waste-to-Energy.

Academic & Professional Development:

  • Corporate Business Management CBM | Sandton, RSA
  • Business Law & Administrative Practice; Human Resources Management.
  • Essentials of Marketing Management | IQ Centurion Academy, RSA
  • Marketing Concepts; Target Market & Promotions; Marketing Performance & Ethics.
  • Diploma in Office Administration | Damelin College, Braamfontein, RSA
  • Business & Office Administration; Marketing Management & Public Relations; Cost & Management Accounting.

 

Our Commitment

For Project Owners: End-to-end facilitation that protects your equity.
For Investors: Pre-vetted, de-risked opportunities with verified documentation and direct
access to decision-makers.
For New Clients: A partner who understands both capital markets and the African regulatory
landscape. We don’t just list projects—we help them reach financial close.