Arabile Gumede is a respected South African financial journalist, broadcaster, international moderator and speaker, recognised for his ability to make the complex worlds of money, markets, economics and business accessible and engaging.
A BCom Accounting graduate from the University of Johannesburg, Arabile began his media career at CNBC Africa, progressing from intern to producer, reporter and junior anchor. He later became a Business Anchor and Reporter at eNCA and went on to work across major financial and news platforms including Bloomberg News, SABC, Radio 702, Business Day TV and CNBC International.
His career has placed him in conversation with some of the most influential figures in business, economics and public life. He has interviewed Sir Richard Branson, former Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan and numerous JSE Top 40 CEOs, while moderating high-level discussions involving African heads of state, policymakers, economists and business leaders.
Internationally, Arabile has reported for CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe, covering business and financial developments across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. His work spans television, radio and digital media, with particular expertise in African economies, financial markets, trade, investment and the forces shaping the global business environment.
As an MC and moderator, Arabile combines the discipline of a journalist with an engaging and personable presentation style. He is particularly effective at facilitating executive conversations, interviewing senior leaders and translating technical economic and financial subjects for broader audiences. His corporate experience includes events and engagements involving organisations such as SAICA, Liberty, Old Mutual and Nedbank.
Arabile is also a passionate advocate for financial literacy, with a particular interest in empowering entrepreneurs, students and business owners to better understand finance and economic decision-making.
His combination of financial expertise, broadcasting experience, strong interviewing skills and commanding stage presence makes him an excellent choice for corporate conferences, financial services events, leadership forums and high-level panel discussions.
Ideal for: Corporate MC | Conference Moderator | Financial Services | Economics & Markets | Business & Investment | African Business | Leadership Conversations | Financial Literacy | Panel Facilitation
