In terms of Chapter 4 of the Constitution of The National Horseracing Authority the Nominations Committee, consisting of Messrs M Currie (Chairman), N Nalliah, B Ralph, A Rivalland and R Sewgoolam has appointed Mr John H Kinsley to fill the vacant position in terms of Clause 15.4.5.5 on the National Board.  The vacant position is due to Mrs Susan Rowett not making herself available to be re-appointed for another term. 

Mr Kinsley is a registered Breeder and Owner of Ay-Jay Farm and is also a registered Colour Holder since 1999.  Mr Kinsley holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and a LLB degree with the University of Natal and holds a Certificate of Financial Planning with University of the Orange Free State. 

Mr Kinsley is a retired executive with 30 years of experience in the financial services industry in South Africa. He has previously served in an executive capacity on a number of Boards in both South Africa and Namibia.  He remains a non-executive director of two businesses in the financial services sector and looks to take on one or two other fiduciary roles in businesses or industries where he will be able to add value. 

The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa welcomes Mr Kinsley to the National Board. 

This appointment has been ratified by the National Board and is effective immediately. 

The Nominations Committee is working on identifying a suitable candidate for the remaining vacant position on the National Board in terms of Clause 15.4.5.3 of the Constitution.