Meet our Executive Team
Meet Platinum Health’s Executive Team
Rodney Gounden
Chief Executive Officer
Rodney Gounden
Chief Executive Officer
As the CEO of Platinum Health, Rodney Gounden is passionate about working with an exceptional team of healthcare executives who share a bold vision: to transform healthcare funding and delivery, making quality healthcare accessible and affordable for our beneficiaries. It’s a mission he is deeply committed to, and every decision he makes is geared towards making Platinum Health a trusted Health Maintenance Organisation with healthy members who feel secure in their healthcare journey.
Welcome Mboniso
Principal Officer
Welcome Mboniso
Principal Officer
Welcome Mboniso is the Principal Officer of Platinum Health, overseeing governance, compliance, and stakeholder engagement in alignment with the Medical Schemes Act. With a focus on accessibility and responsiveness, he is dedicated to ensuring that the Scheme meets the needs of all members, regardless of their social standing, while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and care.
Tiisetso Tsiki
Chief Financial Officer
Tiisetso Tsiki
Chief Financial Officer
As the CFO of Platinum Health, he is responsible for ensuring that our financial resources are strategically allocated to expand member access to our comprehensive benefits while investing in our state-of-the-art facilities and talented healthcare professionals. It’s a role that combines his passion for finance with his commitment to making a tangible impact on our members’ healthcare experience.
Thabo Mosoane
Chief People Officer
Thabo Mosoane
Chief People Officer
Thabo Mosoane serves as Platinum Health’s Chief People Officer, leading the human capital function with a focus on fostering a thriving workplace culture. As a steward of HR strategy, he oversees policy formulation, evaluates human capital initiatives, and drives effective strategies that empower employees while positioning the organisation as an employer of choice.
Albert Kokota
Nursing Services Executive
Albert Kokota
Nursing Services Executive
Albert Kokota is dedicated to developing and implementing nursing strategic plans that align with Platinum Health’s organisational goals, ensuring that the Scheme consistently delivers exceptional healthcare services. With a passion for supervising and mentoring nursing leaders, he plays a vital role in fostering a culture of excellence and growth within the nursing team.
Mthabisi Ncube
Chief Healthcare Officer
Mthabisi Ncube
Chief Healthcare Officer
Mthabisi Ncube is tasked with ensuring that the healthcare services delivered are of the highest quality while being cost-effective thereby protecting members’ medical benefits and maximising value. Guided by a vision to improve the health of the people served, Mthabisi is committed to positioning Platinum Health’s model as a blueprint for sustainable healthcare funding.
Dr Mel Mentz
Chief Operating Officer
Dr Mel Mentz
Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Mel Mentz serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Platinum Health’s operations on the Western Limb, where he is dedicated to delivering top-tier healthcare services. Guided by a philosophy that “if service is beneath you, then leadership is beyond you, “Mel is deeply passionate about people development, compassionate care, and raising the bar in healthcare service delivery.
Thami Moloyi
Chief Strategy and Data Officer
Thami Moloyi
Chief Strategy and Data Officer
Thami Moloyi is responsible for shaping the organisation’s strategic vision and using data analytics to drive informed decision-making and unlock competitive advantage. With a clear mission to align strategic initiatives with core values, Thami empowers Platinum Health to achieve sustainable growth through innovation, insight, and a strong data-driven culture.
Quantin van Rensburg
Chief Information Officer
Quantin van Rensburg
Chief Information Officer
Quantin van Rensburg oversees the Scheme’s digital and technology strategies with a commitment to excellence and innovation. With extensive experience in both the healthcare and retail industries, Quantin brings a wealth of expertise to his role, ensuring that all aspects of information technology are implemented to the highest standards.