In Conversation with John Makgato

John Makgato is a South African financial-services strategist and youth-development advocate currently serving as Head of Youth Strategy and Client Value Proposition at Nedbank Limited, a role he has held since May 2022. With over seven years of experience across financial services and behavioural wellness, John leads the design and delivery of Nedbank’s youth-focused initiatives, shaping products, platforms and partnerships that create tangible value for young South Africans. He is widely associated with YouthX, Nedbank’s flagship youth platform, which empowers young innovators and entrepreneurs through access to resources, mentorship, funding opportunities and practical financial education