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Yaaseen Hokee

President Heavily focused on advancing the South African EMS profession, Yaaseen is committed to leading ECSSA into a new era and contributing meaningfully to both society and the field as a whole. He has worked in the private and government sectors, holds a Masters Degree in Emergency Medical Care, and is completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education. Passionate about education and research, with a focus on workplace violence against paramedics and improving EMS safety, he seeks to expand ECSSA’s reach and inspire greater engagement from EMS personnel.

Louis van Rensburg

Vice-President With over a decade of experience in both rural and urban emergency care, Louis offers deep expertise in clinical practice, EMS education, and national policy. He holds an MPhil in Clinical Emergency Medicine and is completing a PhD on critical care retrieval training in South Africa. Dedicated to evidence-informed practice, he is passionate about critical care, OHCA, and system improvement research. As Vice President, he aims to unite EMS professionals, raise clinical standards, and position ECSSA as a leading voice for excellence and advocacy.

Raddiyyah Gangat

Treasurer With around five years in pre-hospital emergency care, Raddiyyah has experience in road operations, prehospital ICU, fixed-wing aeromedical, and HEMS. She is completing a Masters at the University of Johannesburg, focusing on the views and experiences of HEMS in Gauteng. Committed to strengthening EMS through education, innovation, and inclusivity, she works to ensure services reach their full potential. As Treasurer, she prioritises transparency, accountability, and financial sustainability to support ECSSA’s growth and long-term impact on emergency care.

Naqeeb Majiet

Director An active member of the EMS since 2016, Naqeeb began as an ECT before qualifying as an ECP in 2021. With nearly a decade of prehospital care experience, he brings clinical expertise, leadership, and a strong focus on evidence-based practice. He has published articles contributing to EMS knowledge and is dedicated to standardising clinical excellence in patient management. As a director, he aims to strengthen ECSSA’s vision, elevate EMS practitioner representation, and guide the organisation toward being a leading, influential voice in prehospital medicine.

Linoi Moravin

Director With over a year of experience in pre-hospital emergency care, Linoi offers a fresh and balanced perspective on clinical practice and patient treatment. Passionate about education, professional development, and empowering future emergency care providers, she is committed to elevating EMS standards. As a director, she champions educational opportunities, professional representation, and growth within the sector. She values every EMS qualification, recognising each as vital to protecting communities, and is dedicated to ensuring all practitioners feel supported and represented.

Mikayla van Welie

Immediate Past-President Mikayla served as President for the past year, successfully leading a major conference and continuing to champion research growth in the prehospital field. Her experience spans frontline operations, HEMS, and education. She holds a Master’s Degree in Medicine and a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Simulation. She is passionate about simulation-based education, research, and critical care. As Immediate Past-President, she aims to support the new board in advancing ECSSA and empowering EMS professionals in their roles.

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ECSSA is a professional society representing pre-hospital emergency care workers in South Africa, pursuing the wellbeing of patients in this environment and the professional interests of those caring for them.

Board of Directors

President | Yaaseen Hokee

Emergency Care Practitioner | Lecturer, University of Johannesburg

Vice-President | Louis van Rensburg

Emergency Care Practitioner | EMS District Manager, National Department of Health

Meet The Team

Yaaseen Hokee

Louis van Rensburg

Raddiyyah Gangat

Naqeeb Majiet

Linoi Moravin

Mikayla van Welie

Board of Directors

President | Yaaseen Hokee

Vice-President | Louis van Rensburg

Treasurer | Raddiyyah Gangat

Director | Naqeeb Majiet

Director | Linoi Moravin

Immediate Past-President | Mikayla van Welie

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