Managers of Wealth Africa

Trevor Manuel retires from Old Mutual

Jardine will assume the chairmanship at the company’s Annual General Meeting to be held on 5 June 2026.

Sam Ngumeni to take over as Woolworths Group CEO from Roy Bagattini

When Bagattini retires after six years at the helm later this year.

Loewald to join PSG board post-Sarb retirement

Former Reserve Bank chief economist joins ranks of private sector leaders

Wema Bank executive appointed 2026 SABRE Awards juror

Reflecting on the role’s significance and the current state of the industry, Adeteye noted that the African PR landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation.

African Bank boss Kennedy Bungane resigns with immediate effect

Group names Zweli Manyathi as interim CEO.

Van Schalkwyk appointed Momentum Metropolitan regional manager

Momentum Metropolitan Namibia has appointed Joggie van Schalkwyk as regional manager within its Momentum Metropolitan Retail business unit.

11Plc MD Oyebanji retires after 45-year service

The Board of Directors of 11Plc expressed its profound gratitude to Oyebanji for his leadership and invaluable contributions to the company and wished him the best in his future endeavours.

FirstBank appoints Rosie Ebe-Arthur as Acting Board Chairman

A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), UK, she has built a distinguished career spanning financial services and professional advisory institutions.

Reserve Bank on the hunt for a new director

The vacancy that will arise requires that nominees have skills and knowledge in commerce and the finance sector.

Risper Ohaga appointed CEO of APA Apollo Group

The change takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Exabeam Expands Regional Leadership with Strategic Appointments Across India, the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa

These strategic appointments strengthen the on-the-ground presence of Exabeam with dedicated expertise to recognize and serve the unique cybersecurity needs of IMETA and the KSA.

FirstBank Ghana appoints Titilayo Omotola Balogun as Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer

The Bank said she has consistently aligned financial management and procurement strategies with corporate objectives

Absa Group announces key executive leadership appointments

This appointment represents an important step in Absa’s ongoing focus on delivering integrated, customer centric solutions across its Personal and Private Banking franchise

Capitec Bank Names Former AWS Executive Andrew Baker as CIO

Baker will start immediately, showing Capitec’s commitment to innovation and providing secure digital services.

Iress appoints Dominic Rey to lead SA wealth management

The industry veteran has more than three decades of experience in several sectors.

Absa to name M-Pesa boss as head of personal banking

The appointment also gives East Africa representation at the highest decision-making echelons at Absa

Absa Appoints Fintech Veteran Sitoyo Lopokoiyit to Drive Personal and Private Banking Expansion

This appointment represents an important step in Absa’s ongoing focus on delivering integrated, customer centric solutions across its Personal and Private Banking franchise, while also exploring new growth opportunities.

DTC Botswana Appoints New Managing Director

Leburu takes over from Sedireng Serumola, who was DTC Botswana’s managing director for six years.

UBA Group appoints Loknath Mishra as Chief Executive Officer of UBA UK

This appointment forms part of the Group’s strategy to strengthen its international presence and position UBA UK as a strategic platform connecting Africa to global markets.

Iress Appoints Dominic Rey to Lead Wealth Management in South Africa

His appointment strengthens Iress’ commitment to deep financial services domain expertise, strong execution, and delivering greater value for wealth management clients.

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