Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Selected Projects
Timeline
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Rhulani Madale

Rhulani Madale

Banking & Infrastructure Sector Executive
Johannesburg

Summary

Dynamic finance professional with over 15 years’ experience across investment banking, treasury, infrastructure advisory, and project finance. Proven track record in originating and structuring complex financial transactions, raising significant capital in debt markets, and managing strategic relationships within the infrastructure sector, particularly transport, freight, and logistics. Skilled in leading multi-disciplinary teams, stakeholder engagement, financial modelling, and developing client-centric solutions. A results-oriented professional committed to creating shareholder value, delivering innovative solutions, and building lasting client relationships.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
6040
6040
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Associate Director

RebelGroup Southern Africa
Johannesburg
01.2022 - Current
  • Lead business development, focusing on transport, freight, logistics, and infrastructure sectors.
  • Develop innovative, client-centric solutions, aligning financial structuring with strategic objectives.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams delivering complex infrastructure projects, ensuring timely execution and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Build and maintain relationships with public and private sector clients, identifying opportunities for further collaboration and revenue growth.
  • Prepare and present strategic recommendations, reports, and proposals to executive and board-level stakeholders.

Transaction Manager

Transnet SOC Ltd. (Group Business Development)
Johannesburg
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Originated and managed projects in port, rail, and pipeline infrastructure, aligning with national transport strategies.
  • Led due diligence, financial structuring, and stakeholder engagements for complex infrastructure investments.
  • Managed risks, regulatory compliance, in the effort of delivering bankable solutions across multi-billion-rand projects.
  • Collaborated with internal teams and external advisors to develop innovative financing structures, securing stakeholder buy-in.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline transaction workflows, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing processing times.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and alignment on transaction strategies.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on transactional best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
  • Oversaw quality control measures for transaction documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness in records management.

Commercial and Funding Executive (Acting)

Transnet SOC Ltd. (Transnet International Holdings)
Johannesburg
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Responsible for project funding across Transnet’s international portfolio.
  • Turned strategic concepts into actionable projects, structuring funding solutions for high-value infrastructure investments.
  • Lead the finance stream for all cross-border projects, engaging with international investors, development finance institutions, and private partners.
  • Worked closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Transnet International Holdings (TIH), in originating partnerships, leading negotiations and securing stakeholder alignment on large-scale transactions.

Funding Manager (Acting)

Transnet SOC Ltd. (Group Treasury)
Johannesburg
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Raised over R92 billion through domestic and international capital markets, bilateral and syndicated loans, and export credit financing.
  • Developed innovative financial products tailored to infrastructure clients, enhancing Transnet’s funding flexibility and cost efficiency.
  • Managed relationships with rating agencies, lenders, and key financial stakeholders.
  • Led strategic initiatives such as establishing a captive finance company for cross-border equipment leasing.
  • Provided market analysis and insights to drive financial strategies and mitigate risks.

Non-Linear Derivatives Trader

Nedbank Capital
Johannesburg
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Traded FX options, spot, and futures, managing market risk and contributing to a R50 million annual budget target..
  • Executed complex trading strategies in derivatives markets, optimising portfolio performance through thorough market analysis and risk assessment.
  • Leveraged advanced trading platforms and analytical tools to monitor market conditions, identifying lucrative trading opportunities and executing timely trades.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with institutional clients, providing insights on market trends and enhancing client satisfaction through tailored trading solutions.

Junior Trader – Equity Derivatives

Nedbank Capital
Johannesburg
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Executed client trades, delivered market insights, and supported structuring of derivative products.
  • Developed an understanding of complex financial instruments and client advisory services.

Education

CAIA Level II Candidate -

CAIA Association
Massachusetts, USA

BCom Honours - Business Management Services

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa

BCom - Investment Management Sciences

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Skills

  • Origination & Client Relationship Management

  • Infrastructure & Transport Sector Expertise

  • Structured & Project Finance

  • Debt Capital Markets & Bilateral Lending

  • Cross-Selling and Product Penetration Strategies

Certification

Certificate in Financial Statement Modelling, F1F9, 2018

Accomplishments

  • Raised over R92 billion in capital for infrastructure projects.
  • Led multi-disciplinary teams in delivering strategic transport and logistics infrastructure projects.
  • Developed innovative funding structures and bankable solutions for large-scale transactions.
  • Proven ability to originate deals, manage risk, and drive cross-selling across banking products.
  • Deep understanding of the Transport, Freight, and Logistics sub-sector within South Africa and the broader SADC region.

Selected Projects

  • Netherlands–South Africa Smart Logistics Synergy, 2024, Led a study assessing smart logistics, multimodal corridors, and opportunities in South Africa’s freight and transport sector.
  • Commercial Due Diligence, Durban Container Terminal, 2023, Supported PSA Singapore with strategic analysis, identifying acquisition targets, and market positioning in logistics.
  • Maputo Port Development Equity Acquisition, 2020–2021, Led Transnet’s acquisition of a 16% stake in MPDC, developing the business case and securing approvals from multiple regulatory bodies.
  • Maputo Development Corridor Investments, 2018–2020, Led Transnet’s investments in key port terminals and rail infrastructure, securing strategic equity stakes.
  • Lamu Port Concession, Kenya, 2018, Delivered financial and commercial analysis for a major PPP infrastructure concession, supporting bid strategy.
  • Recapitalisation of National Railways of Zimbabwe, 2018, Structured financing models and secured stakeholder alignment for infrastructure revitalisation projects.

Timeline

Associate Director

RebelGroup Southern Africa
01.2022 - Current

Transaction Manager

Transnet SOC Ltd. (Group Business Development)
01.2020 - 01.2021

Commercial and Funding Executive (Acting)

Transnet SOC Ltd. (Transnet International Holdings)
01.2018 - 01.2020

Funding Manager (Acting)

Transnet SOC Ltd. (Group Treasury)
01.2012 - 01.2018

Non-Linear Derivatives Trader

Nedbank Capital
01.2010 - 01.2012

Junior Trader – Equity Derivatives

Nedbank Capital
01.2009 - 01.2010

CAIA Level II Candidate -

CAIA Association

BCom Honours - Business Management Services

Stellenbosch University

BCom - Investment Management Sciences

Stellenbosch University

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