Mtn Appoints New Risk Officer Amid Historically Risky Market Htxt

Jul 19, 2023•about 2 years ago

Position

Chief Risk Officer

Company

MTN

Bradley Swanepoel

JohannesburgTelecommunicationsHardware

Description

With ceaseless loadshedding and a global economic downturn providing sharp headwinds for some of the largest companies in South Africa, MTN has seen fit to appoint a new executive to analyse risky business decisions.","Effective 1st October 2023, Bradley Swanepoel will begin serving as the big yellow telco’s chief risk officer.

Company Information

Company

MTN

Location

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

About

MTN is a pan-African mobile operator with the strategic intent of ‘Leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress’. We have 288 million customers in 17 markets and are inspired by our belief that everyone deserves the benefits of a modern, connected life. Inspired by Africa’s potential, we are committed to bridging the digital divide, furthering financial inclusion and advancing the attainment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through our core business activities and our support to governments, communities, and customers.

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