Managers of Wealth Africa

SA's former deputy finance minister appointed to MTN Board

In an announcement of the Presidential Investment Envoys in April, President Ramaphosa said they would be tasked with encouraging investment into South Africa's economy.

Standard Chartered reshuffles Africa and Middle East leadership team

New regional head of securities services and operations for Standard Chartered's Africa & Middle East businesses in restructure.

Ivory Coast project finance lawyer joins Orrick

“He brings experience on the most sophisticated projects and relationships with key players in the region."

Ex-CBK governor Njuguna Ndung'u appointed to head Africa's think tank

"This has contributed significantly to Kenya currently being at the frontier of financial inclusion,”

SANNE announces senior promotion of new Managing Director, Alternative Assets - EMEA

In his new position he will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the EMEA Alternative Assets platform

Bob Diamond’s Atlas Mara names new CEO

The company has been without a chief executive since February 2017, when John Vitalo quit amid growing investor concerns over its faltering performance and sliding share price.

Old Mutual bosses step back as managed separation finalised

Old Mutual Limited is the new holding company for Old Mutual Emerging Markets, a holding in Nedbank and the residual Old Mutual plc.

Nedbank asks for new lead partner after KPMG executives quit

KPMG announced over the weekend, that two senior partners had resigned because of their work on VBS bank.

Development Bank of Southern Africa appoints new CFO

The former CFO, Kameshni Naidoo and Rieaz Shaik, then group executive: International Financing resigned during the review of the bank’s operating model.

South African Airways Names CFO to Replace Suspended Nhantsi

Head will fill the gap left by Nhantsi, who is facing a disciplinary hearing alongside ex-CEO Musa Zwane following unspecified allegations made against them.

Northern Trust Announces Leadership Appointments in Global Family Office & Investment Practice Group

Belinda Aspinall has been named head of GFO for the region

ENSafrica appoints new banking and finance director

He will be based in the firm’s Johannesburg offices.

Zurich announces leadership transition in Europe, Middle East & Africa business

Amanda Blanc (British citizen, 1967) who is joining Zurich from AXA will succeed Mr. Shaughnessy as CEO EMEA

BNP Paribas announces new senior appointment in wealth management

As part of his appointment, Batin will also join BNP Paribas’ MEA Executive Committee, Wealth Management Switzerland Executive Committee and the International Markets Executive Committee.

SGG Mauritius Strengthens Business Development Team to Support African Growth Strategy

The company has an office in South Africa and is planning to further strengthen its position on the continent.

Avaloq strengthens global leadership team

In line with its plan to accelerate growth organically and through acquisitions, Avaloq recently implemented a new governance structure and team to strengthen its operational and strategic management

African Bank’s new chief will be first black woman to lead an SA bank

Basani has been an integral part of executing African Bank’s turnaround strategy

SGG Group appoints Managing Director for its Cayman office

Lynden has over 14 years of experience in the financial services industry and specialises in the incorporation, governance and administration of hedge funds, private equity structures, capital market transactions and complex international corporate struct

De Carvalho to depart from Citi

Michel de Carvalho will leave his post as vice chairman of the investment bank in EMEA

Citigroup Bolsters Investment Banking Ranks With Eye on Cash-Rich Private-Equity Firms

Alexis Maskell to join with Citi’s Shawn Borisoff to oversee the bank’s EMEA alternative assets group

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