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Sinah Koena Rakabe
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Sinah Koena Rakabe's Story 50 years, beautifully lived
Two days of celebration, 7 & 8 November 2026
A very special celebration

Sinah Koena Rakabe turns 50

A milestone evening to celebrate fifty years of life, laughter, and legacy.

"Hosted by the family, I am turning 50 Years."

Her Golden Chapter Two Days · 7 & 8 November 2026
Discover her story ↓ Celebration details
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Celebrate • Remember • Love
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Biography of SK

Fifty years of becoming.

SK is an accomplished engineering and infrastructure professional whose life journey exemplifies resilience, dedication, and versatile talent. Born on October 1, 1976, in the village of Sencherere, she is the eldest of six children born to Maite Mabula. From her humble beginnings, she has carved out a distinguished career while remaining deeply devoted to her family and personal passions.

"The most beautiful chapters are often the ones we never knew we were writing."
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The journey

Chapters that made her.

A journey of academic excellence and engineering leadership.

1976

Born in Sencherere

The eldest of six children born to Maite Mabula — a beautiful life began.

School years

Building the foundation

SK’s educational foundation was built across several institutions, starting her primary education at Solomondale, Kokona Dikgale, and Pula Madibogo. She later attended Lethamaga Middle School and completed her secondary education at Mamabudusha High School.

Tertiary

An engineer in the making

Driven by a passion for technical fields, she pursued tertiary education at Tshikwane Mahlala TVET, where she studied Mechanical Engineering up to the N3 level. Expanding her academic horizons, she earned a BSc in Water and Sanitation from the University of Limpopo. Committed to lifelong learning and management excellence, she later obtained a certificate in Practical Project Management from the University of South Africa (UNISA), studied Property Management at the University of Johannesburg (UJ), and achieved a master’s in business leadership (MBL) from UNISA.

2005

Career begins

With over two decades of experience, SK has established herself as a trusted leader in civil and infrastructure engineering. She began her career in 2005 as a Site Agent for Moedi Engineering.

2007–2009

Rising through the ranks

In 2007, she transitioned to the public sector, joining the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality as a Senior Water Inspector, where her strong performance led to a promotion to Senior Civil Engineering Technician in 2009.

2014

Stepping into leadership

Her strategic leadership capabilities were further recognized in 2014 when she was appointed Senior Manager: Infrastructure & Planning at the Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA).

2020

Shaping a special economic zone

Building on this success, she stepped into her role in 2020 as the Manager: Civil & Structural Engineering at the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone (MMSEZ).

2026

Her golden chapter

Fifty years young. Still building. Still inspiring. Still writing the story.

Beyond the boardroom
Personal Life

Personal Life and Family

At the heart of SK’s life is her family. She married her high school sweetheart, and together they have been blessed with three children: their eldest, Maite Rakabe; their second born, Molatelo Rakabe; and their youngest and only son, Mogale Rakabe. Known for her warm, vibrant, and humorous personality, SK is a deeply active mother who shares a close, friendly bond with her children. She loves making jokes and bringing laughter into her home, ensuring that building lasting family memories remains a top priority.

Hobbies & adventure

Hobbies and Interventions

In her youth, SK embraced the arts and pageantry, actively participating in modelling, beauty pageants, and acting. As her life evolved, so did her interests. Today, she channels her dynamic energy into health and exploration, finding joy in mountain hiking, running marathons, and traveling to new destinations.

Business

Business

She has also expanded her professional footprint into the retail industry as a business owner.

The celebration awaits

Counting down to her night.

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Counting down to Day 1 — Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 18:00

Fifty years of memories.
A lifetime of love.
And so much more to come.
Sinah Koena Rakabe's 50th birthday celebration