Shoneez Magan

Shoneez Magan is Regional Head of Marketing for Payfast by Network and Network International, responsible for driving marketing strategy, brand growth and customer engagement across the Middle East, Africa and South Africa. With more than a decade of experience spanning financial services, fintech and consumer marketing, she has built a reputation for creating meaningful brand experiences that connect business objectives with customer needs.

Prior to joining Payfast by Network and Network International, Shoneez held a number of senior marketing leadership roles at FNB South Africa, where she led integrated marketing, communications and customer growth initiatives across multiple business units. Her experience spans brand strategy, campaign development, customer engagement, digital marketing, stakeholder management and commercial growth, with a strong focus on delivering measurable business impact.

Passionate about the power of storytelling, innovation and customer-centric marketing, Shoneez works closely with teams across the region to build brands that resonate with businesses and consumers alike. Her thought leadership explores topics including fintech marketing, digital payments, customer experience, brand strategy, financial inclusion and the evolving role of technology in commerce. She is particularly interested in how marketing can drive meaningful connections, business growth and long-term brand value in a rapidly changing digital landscape.