MTN has announced that several of its board members officially stepped down from their positions on 15 December.<\/p>\n
In an announcement to shareholders, the company confirmed that its chairman Phuthuma Nhleko has left his role.<\/p>\n
MTN said that Nhleko oversaw the recent transition of the board, which included the establishment of an International Advisory Board.<\/p>\n
MTN CEO Rob Shuter commended Nhleko\u2019s \u201cgrit and determination\u201d that saw MTN Group grow to one of Africa\u2019s largest businesses.<\/p>\n
The statement added that Nhleko thanked the directors for their contributions.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe wished the entire MTN Group family the very best in continuing to etch a Pan African vision, and mentioned that there is still a lot to be achieved and celebrated in the future,\u201d the announcement stated.<\/p>\n
Nhleko has been replaced by former Deputy Finance Minister Mcebisi Jonas.<\/p>\n
Changes of directors<\/strong><\/p>\n Several MTN Group directors also concluded their stints on the board on the same date.<\/p>\n These are Alan Harper, Jeff van Rooyen, and Koosum Kaylan.<\/p>\n Additionally, Khotso Mokhele has assumed the role of Lead Independent Director.<\/p>\n Jonas thanked the retiring directors for their contributions and dedication to the MTN Group.<\/p>\n
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