Managers of Wealth Africa

Flutterwave strengthens risk, compliance and partnership teams

These appointments reinforce Flutterwave's dedication to risk and compliance to continue growing sustainably and successfully expanding globally.

Itumeleng Merafe takes reins at Investec Private Bank

Investec sales chief Itumeleng Merafe will take over as CEO of Investec Private Bank from next year, taking over from Cumesh Moodliar.

Dan Marokane lined up as new Eskom CEO

The company’s failure to boost generation from its old and poorly maintained power plants has led to nationwide electricity outages — implemented to prevent a total collapse of the grid.

Kenya’s John Musunga picked to head Diageo’s new outfit

In November last year he was made the chief executive officer of Guinness Nigeria Plc.

HSBC Hires Ex-UBS NRI Private Banker

Prior to that, he worked at Credit Suisse for nearly a decade, last as a team head for non-resident Indians (NRI).

Nedbank Group names Absa's former finance director as CEO-designate

He will join Nedbank in May next year.

Family Bank CEO Rebecca Mbithi exits after five years

In September 2019, Ms Mbithi replaced Mr David Thuku, who served as the lender's CEO for three years.

Nedbank appoints Absa exec as its new CEO

"The boards thank Jason for his very significant contribution to Absa since 2008 and wish him well in his future endeavours," Absa said.

Herbert Smith Freehills strengthens South Africa transactional practices and private capital capability

She focuses on debt, equity and quasi-equity corporate finance and project finance transactions in Africa across various sectors, in particular energy and banking.

State Street Global Advisors names new head of Emea

In her new role, Prendergast will report to President and CEO Yie-Hsin Hung and will continue to lead State Street Global Advisors Europe, Ltd.

Sasol appoints new CEO

Baloyi will take over during a challenging period for the group – where it faces increasing pressure to adhere to climate targets.

Afreximbank appoints Executive Vice President of Global Trade Bank (EVP GTBA)

Mr. El Maayergi brings to this role over three decades of diverse experience, with 25 years dedicated to regional and multinational banking institutions

Nkululeko Sowazi appointed new Sappi chair

While company’s SA operations post a record Ebitda for the year ended September 2023.

HSBC Global Private Banking Expands Team with Addition of NRI Banker

The newly recruited Manish Vyas, an experienced professional in the wealth management domain, will be operating out of Hong Kong.

PIAC gets first female Chairperson

She takes over from Professor Kwame Adom Frimpong and will serve a one-year term.

UBA Ghana gets new Chief Risk Officer

He is also a certified professional in Quantitative Risk Management (CQRM) and International Certificate in Banking Risk and Regulations (ICBRR).

WAIFC Appoints EnterpriseNGR CEO On Board

WAIFC is a global network of leading financial centres, dedicated to promoting cooperation and collaboration among its members.

Botswana president appoints new governor

Pelaelo was in the middle of his second term.

Why lawyer exited boards of four NSE-listed companies within weeks

“It is part of my goals and the professional path that I want to follow. I have done what I sought to achieve. I have enriched my experiences. I have built networks and added value to the extent that I could,” said Ms Maundu.

Reserve Bank Deputy Governor resigns

Naidoo’s departure would leave the panel with only four members if no one new is named to the MPC before it next meets Nov. 21-23

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