Airtel Africa Plc, one among Africa’s main telecommunications and cell cash operators with a footprint in 14 nations, has introduced a key change to its board management construction as a part of its ongoing governance succession plan.
In a regulatory disclosure authorised for launch in Nigeria, the corporate confirmed that Andrew Inexperienced, Senior Unbiased Non-Govt Director, will retire from the Board following the conclusion of the assembly scheduled for January 29, 2026.
Upon Inexperienced’s retirement, Tsega Gebreyes, at present a Non-Govt Director, will assume the function of Senior Unbiased Non-Govt Director.
Gebreyes was appointed to the Board on October 12, 2021, and presently serves as Chair of the Remuneration Committee and a member of the Nominations Committee. She is going to proceed to serve on the Remuneration Committee after assuming her new place.
To facilitate this transition, Cynthia Gordon will take over as Chair of the Remuneration Committee and also will be a part of the Nominations Committee.
Board Acknowledges Andrew Inexperienced’s Contribution
Airtel Africa’s Chair, Sunil Bharti Mittal, expressed appreciation to Andrew Inexperienced for his distinctive contribution and strategic perception throughout his tenure.
“On behalf of the Board and your complete organisation, I wish to categorical my honest appreciation for Andy’s exemplary service and steadfast dedication all through his tenure. His strategic imaginative and prescient, deep information of the telecoms business, skilled integrity and dedication to excellence have made a profound and lasting influence on Airtel Africa,” Mittal acknowledged.
The Board additionally counseled Inexperienced’s function in strengthening Airtel Africa’s company governance, operational oversight, and strategic alignment with its long-term development goals throughout its pan-African markets.
Continuity and Sturdy Governance
The appointment of Tsega Gebreyes as Senior Unbiased Non-Govt Director reinforces Airtel Africa’s dedication to governance stability and management range.
Her expertise throughout funding, strategic advisory, and telecommunications sectors is anticipated to reinforce the Board’s oversight capability as Airtel Africa continues to increase its digital and cell cash operations throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
Gebreyes’ continued involvement in each the Remuneration and Nominations Committees ensures continuity in board governance at a time when Airtel Africa stays centered on sustaining shareholder worth and executing its development technique.
Airtel Africa’s Strategic Focus
Airtel Africa continues to pursue its company goal of reworking lives throughout Africa by expanded entry to telecommunications and cell monetary companies. The corporate offers an built-in portfolio overlaying cell voice, knowledge, and cell cash companies, with a robust emphasis on customer expertise and digital innovation.
With a presence in 14 sub-Saharan African markets, Airtel Africa’s development technique is underpinned by operational effectivity, regulatory compliance, and increasing digital inclusion for people and companies.