Portia Derby (born in 1972) is a popular South African entrepreneur and economist. She became known as the Chief Executive Officer of Transnet SOC Ltd and the founder of Ubu Investment Holdings Pty Ltd.
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| Birth Date: | 1972 |
| Birth Place: | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Occupation: | Entrepreneur |
| Net Worth: | $5m- $10m |
Early Life
Portai Derby was born in 1972 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
She obtained a Bachelors degree in Economics at the University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg. She also attended University of Witwatersrand fro her MBA program.
Career
Portia Derby is the founder of Ubu Investment Holdings Pty Ltd. She was later appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Transnet SOC Ltd in February 2020.
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She has also held high government positions such as:
- Chief Operating Officer of the Department of Trade and Industry (2002)
- Corporate Strategy and Structure of the Investment Portfolio (2004-2005)
- Director General of Public Enterprises (2005-2009)
About Transnet SOC Ltd
Transnet SOC Ltd is an integrated freight transport company which offers rail transportation, rolling stock maintenance, port and cargo terminal operational services.
Personal Life
Portia Derby got married in 1993 to Brian Molefe, the former Transnet CEO. The couple later went their separate ways.
Net Worth
Portia Derby is a succesful South African entrepreneur with an estimated net worth of between $5 million – $10 million.
Social Media Profile
- Linkedin: Portaia-Darby
Transnet SOC Ltd Contact Details
- Address: Waterfall Estate 9 Country Estate Drive Midrand, 1662 South Africa
- Phone No: 27-11-308-3000
- Website: www.tarnsnet.net
