Leadership Changes in Operating Companies
Mitwa Ng’ambi, currently the CEO of MTN Cameroon, will transition to the role of CEO at MTN Côte d’Ivoire, effective 1 March 2025, following the early retirement of Djibril Ouattara. We extend our gratitude to Djibril for his valuable contributions to MTN, particularly his leadership at MTN Congo-Brazzaville. To facilitate a smooth transition, Djibril will assist Mitwa during her initial months in the new position.
Mitwa brings over 15 years of experience in the telecommunications sector and has demonstrated transformational leadership as CEO of MTN Cameroon since September 2022. She also serves as the Board Chairperson of Mobile Money Corporation, MTN’s fintech subsidiary in Cameroon.
Before her tenure in Cameroon, Mitwa was the CEO of MTN Rwanda, where she successfully renewed the company’s license and led its growth and listing on the Rwanda Stock Exchange. Her previous leadership roles include positions at Airtel Tigo in Ghana and Tigo in Senegal. Mitwa’s extensive experience and proven track record will significantly contribute to the growth and revitalization of MTN Côte d’Ivoire.
Wanda Matandela, who currently serves as the Chief Commercial Operations Officer at MTN South Africa, has been appointed as the new CEO of MTN Cameroon, effective 1 March 2025. Wanda joined MTN in 2018 as Chief Enterprise Business Officer, where he successfully drove the turnaround of that division. With over 20 years of experience, including more than 13 years in the telecommunications industry, he has held key strategic roles in the FMCG and financial services sectors.
Wanda is also a board member of Supersonic (Pty) Ltd and MTN Rwanda PLC. His robust commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills will be crucial as he builds upon the impactful initiatives established under Mitwa’s leadership, introducing new capabilities and insights to foster growth in Cameroon.
Starting 1 January 2025, Mazen Mroue, the Chief Technology and Information Officer of MTN Group, will take on the additional role of CEO for Digital Infrastructure (Infraco). This position will encompass the mobility and fibre sectors of Bayobab, as well as the implementation of our data centre strategy, aligning with MTN Group's objectives for growth and profitability in the AI sector across Africa. In this combined capacity, he will continue to report to the Group President and CEO and will remain a member of the Group Executive Committee.
Mazen has been with MTN since 1998 and has held numerous senior roles within the Group’s regional operations in Africa and the Middle East, including positions as CEO and COO in various operating companies. He has also been a board member for several entities within the MTN Group. His extensive technology and operational expertise, along with a proven track record of successful delivery, makes him well-suited for this dual role.
Frédéric Schepens, the current CEO of Bayobab, will be departing from the group effective immediately. We express our gratitude to Frédéric for his contributions and wish him the best in his future pursuits.
Ralph Mupita, MTN Group President & CEO, conveys his best wishes and appreciation to all colleagues involved in this transition, expressing confidence in the internal talent pool within the business. He underscores the significance of executing our strategies while upholding our commitment to digital and financial inclusion across our markets.