{
  "id": 19593814,
  "title": "Disabled get new boss as Nyoka-Banjwa takes over at DPSA",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/disabled-get-new-boss-as-nyoka-banjwa-takes-over-at-dpsa",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T03:40:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/news/disabled-get-new-boss-as-nyoka-banjwa-takes-over-at-dpsa/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a recent announcement, Nyoka-Banjwa was appointed as the new CEO of Disabled People South Africa (DPSA). Her appointment is expected to revitalize the organization and enhance its role as a prominent advocate for the rights of individuals with disabilities. Nyoka-Banjwa holds a master's degree in disability studies from the University of Cape Town and has over two decades of experience as a social worker. Prior to her role at DPSA, she has served in high-level government positions and collaborated with various non-profit organizations.\n\nAs the CEO, Nyoka-Banjwa's responsibilities will encompass the day-to-day functioning of DPSA, including administration, governance, and staff management. Additionally, she will focus on reinforcing connections with provincial bodies, government departments, and various stakeholders. Her primary objective is to elevate DPSA's standing as a leading advocate for disability rights in South Africa.\n\nNyoka-Banjwa has emphasized her commitment to restoring DPSA to its intended position as a well-funded and inclusive national voice. She plans to forge meaningful partnerships with government entities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and the corporate sector, ensuring that DPSA's rightful share is recognized. She also aims to strengthen the organization's provincial structures and rebuild branches, particularly in rural communities and townships.\n\nA key priority for Nyoka-Banjwa is fundraising and resource mobilization, as sustainable funding is essential to support activism and advocacy across all nine provinces. Furthermore, she intends to amplify DPSA's advocacy efforts, positioning the organization as a champion of disability rights in South Africa. DPSA Chair Patrick Mahlakwane praised the appointment, acknowledging Nyoka-Banjwa's experience as a wheelchair user and her academic qualifications as valuable assets to the organization. She is expected to bolster the organization's visibility, robustness, and ongoing commitment to advocating for the rights of people with disabilities.",
  "summary": "Nyoka-Banjwa said her first task is to restore DPSA to what it was meant to be: a well-funded, inclusive national voice.",
  "key_points": [
    "Nyoka-Banjwa appointed as new CEO of DPSA",
    "Holds master's degree in disability studies",
    "Prior experience in government and NGOs"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Nyoka-Banjwa’s leadership signals a strategic shift toward revitalizing the organization’s funding and provincial reach to reestablish the group as a dominant national voice for disability rights.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}