MTN South
Africa has appointed Bradley Swanepoel as its new Chief Risk Officer effective
1 October 2023 as part of efforts to strengthen its risk management.
According
to a brief statement issued on Wednesday, Bradley who currently serves as the General
Manager: Finance Business Partner, brings a wealth of organization-wide
experience across MTN's Enterprise, Consumer, Fintech, and Technology sectors.
His
comprehensive understanding of MTN's operations perfectly aligns with the
requirements of a Chief Risk Officer.
"Bradley's extensive background as a seasoned CA (SA)
and finance executive, with over 20 years of senior leadership experience,
makes him an invaluable addition to our team," says MTN SA CEO Charles Molapisi.
"His strategic lens and deep telecoms expertise will
enhance the role of risk as a strategic lever within our business."
"As we strive to achieve our Ambition 2025
strategy, it is crucial that our business initiatives are supported by robust
functions that lay a strong foundation for our commercial operations," adds Molapisi.
"In today's intricate and rapidly changing business
environment, a strong risk assessment capability is essential to mitigate risks
that could impact productivity and profitability."
Expressing his enthusiasm about the appointment, Swanepoel
says, "South African businesses,
including MTN, face various challenges that pose risks to their operations. I
am excited to work alongside my team to identify and mitigate operational
risks, ensuring that MTN continues to be a leading provider of value-added
services to South Africans."
By: Kanto Okanta
