Seacom hires Mandisa Ntloko-Petersen as New Group CMO

Seacom, a leading subsea cable operator, has announced the appointment of Mandisa Ntloko-Petersen as its new Group Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Ntloko-Petersen brings over 30 years of experience in marketing, communications, and brand positioning, with a strong track record in the ICT sector.

Previously, she held leadership roles at top firms, including BCX, Dimension Data, MTN, and Accenture. Known for her innovative use of brand positioning and digital tools, Ntloko-Petersen is also a passionate advocate for youth and women’s development, aiming to make a broader impact beyond the corporate world.

Ntloko-Petersen holds a degree in international relations and industrial sociology from Wits University and was awarded the Nelson Mandela Scholarship for her MBA at the University of Warwick, UK. She also participated in an MBA exchange program at Esade Business School in Spain.

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In addition to Ntloko-Petersen’s appointment, Seacom also introduced Charl Slabbert as its new Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Alpheus Mangale, Seacom’s Group Chief Executive, expressed his confidence in the new appointments, stating, “Both Mandisa and Charl bring considerable astuteness and insight to their fields. Their previous international experience in C-suite roles will greatly benefit Seacom. We anticipate the value they will bring to their roles and the strengthening of our top-tier leadership.”

Mangale added that Ntloko-Petersen’s focus will be on enhancing Seacom’s brand presence, driving client engagement, and supporting the company’s growth objectives. Her leadership will be key in overseeing the brand positioning for both Seacom’s digital services and digital infrastructure businesses.