Johannesburg, South Africa October 2025 – SW360, the umbrella group for trusted data verification solutions SearchWorks and VOCA, has announced the appointment of Samenthrie Govender as Regional Manager for Gauteng.
With over 28 years of experience in large-scale banking, Govender brings a wealth of strategic insight and leadership expertise to SW360 at a time when the company is deepening its investment in Gauteng and strengthening its position as South Africa’s leading authority on accurate, compliant, and efficient data verification solutions.
Sameer Kumandan, Managing Director of SW360, says Govender’s appointment underscores the company’s commitment to building local capacity and delivering market-leading service in the region.
“Samenthrie’s appointment signals a major investment into Gauteng – South Africa’s economic hub and a key growth market for our business. Her extensive financial industry experience and proven track record in leadership align perfectly with our vision to expand SW360’s footprint while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and accuracy across all data-driven solutions,” says Kumandan.
Govender’s mandate includes spearheading strategic growth initiatives, building a high-performing Gauteng team, and driving the regional adoption of SW360’s flagship platforms – SearchWorks, the country’s largest and most advanced data aggregation platform, and VOCA, a cutting-edge verification, onboarding, and compliance application that automates FICA and KYC processes.
“After nearly three decades in the banking industry, I am excited to join a brand that’s redefining the standard for data integrity and compliance in South Africa,” says Govender. “Our mission in Gauteng is clear — to strengthen relationships with existing clients, grow our market share, and empower businesses with technology that simplifies due diligence, enhances compliance, and supports faster, more confident decision-making.”
As SW360 continues to invest in technology and talent, the company remains focused on providing end-to-end solutions that help South African organisations navigate an increasingly complex regulatory and digital environment.