Presentation of Proof of Concepts by Finalists - Informal Sector Income Tax Identification and Registration

COO • Chat Nation Tech

12+ years in tax compliance automation and citizen-centric GovTech. Recognized as Top 4 Finalist, Women in GovTech Challenge 2025. Certified in GovStack Digital Government Building Blocks (Identity, Consent, Payments, Registries).

Chief Technology Officer • The Digicoast

Carlos is the Chief Technology Officer at The Digicoast, where he spearheads the company’s technical vision and engineering strategy. With extensive experience in orchestrating complex software lifecycles and secure digital architectures, he leads cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions. Carlos ensures seamless convergence between software development and cybersecurity, driving technical innovation that meets rigorous industry standards. His leadership transforms technical complexity into user-centric Digital Resilience, positioning The Digicoast as the go-to partner for deploying secure, next-generation government and enterprise technologies.

Founder & CEO • The Digicoast

Gordon is the Founder and CEO of The Digicoast, where he combines executive leadership with deep expertise as a cybersecurity and secure software development specialist. Drawing on his experience as a CISO supporting companies across Europe, US and Africa, he partners with organizations to architect robust digital infrastructures, ensuring that outsourced software solutions are not only functional but inherently secure. By bridging complex technical engineering with strategic business needs, Gordon positions The Digicoast as a trusted partner for companies seeking reliable digitization and managed security services.

Lead Software Engineer • Mezzanine

A Lead Software Engineer and Architect dedicated to driving innovation and transforming ideas into high-impact digital solutions. With a strong focus on business development and emerging technologies, I bridge strategic needs with practical, scalable execution. Recognised as one of the United Nations GC Top 3 Innovators in South Africa, I’m committed to building future-ready solutions that improve services, unlock new value, and accelerate digital transformation in the public sector.

Product Manager • Mezzanine

Louisa Venter is a Product Manager at Mezzanine, where she has led several high-impact digital solutions for health, agriculture and education across Africa. She is passionate about designing simple solutions to complex problems and driving collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups.

CEO • Chat Nation Tech

10+ years in government technology and policy. Lead architect of the KRA WhatsApp Simplification Project, enabling 4M+ taxpayer registrations and filings in the informal sector and revenue increase by 9% . Winner Council of Governors Covid Solution Innovation Award; Conversation Design Institute Fellow focused on scaling GovTech for public revenue systems.