MTN appoints Monzer Ali as new CEO of South Sudan branch

JUBA – Mobile telecom giant MTN announced on Tuesday the appointment of Monzer Ali as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding the outgoing Gordian Kyomukama, who led the company for over the past four years.

“MTN South Sudan announced a leadership transition at a staff town hall event held at the Crown Hotel in Juba. Monzer Ali was officially introduced as the new CEO of MTN South Sudan, effective April 1, 2024,” said a statement issued by MTN South Sudan.

The statement highlighted Monzer Ali’s extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, spanning over 23 years, with progressive leadership roles at MTN since 2004. Ali previously served as the Chief Technology and Information Officer of MTN Uganda.

Andrew John Bugembe, who assumed the role of Chairman of the Board in November 2023 while also serving as CFO of MTN Uganda, welcomed Monzer Ali to the team. He emphasized the significance of South Sudanese culture and people, commending Ali’s passion and ability to drive results.

Outgoing CEO Gordian Kyomukama, stepping down after four years of service, expressed gratitude to the staff and leadership for their dedication and support during his tenure.

He specifically acknowledged the unwavering support received from both the Vice President’s Office and the MTN Group, as well as the staff’s commitment even during his absence from the country in 2021.

Monzer Ali outlined his vision for MTN South Sudan, emphasizing his commitment to building upon the strong foundation established by Gordian Kyomukama.

He articulated a “people first” approach to leadership, outlining five key pillars guiding his leadership, including prioritizing employee well-being and empowerment for enhanced business outcomes, fostering a culture of ethical values and transparent communication, translating strategy and vision into measurable results through efficient execution, promoting continuous improvement and internal benchmarking, and prioritizing network integrity with a focus on end-to-end performance.

Ali also emphasized the implementation of strategies to reduce waste and optimize resource allocation for future investments.