September 7, 2020

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Safaricom makes Changes to Executive Team

Safaricom makes Changes to Executive Team

Safaricom has announced a number of changes to its executive team which includes the merge of its information technology and network departments. According to a memo sent to staff by Peter Ndegwa, the telcos current CEO, Morten Bangsgaard will head the new department. Bangsgaard’s appointment takes effect on January 1, 2021. He has more than []

Author: Jenna Delport

Date: 2020-11-18

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