September (50) holds a BSc in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Cape Town and has served Telkom with distinction in many technical, commercial and leadership positions for the past 30 years.<\/p>\n
Since May 2002, September has served on the Executive Committee of the Group as Chief Technical Officer and in September 2005 he was appointed Chief Operating Officer. Since April 2007, he has served as Acting Chief Executive Officer. He has also served on the Vodacom Board since 2005. <\/p>\n
September is an acknowledged expert in the strategic and operational evolution of the telecommunications industry and has been influential in shaping Telkom’s approach to the challenges of convergence.<\/p>\n
In appointing the Chief Executive Officer, the Board followed a rigorous evaluation process including international benchmarking and consultation with the Department of Communications, the latter a requirement specified by the company’s articles of association.<\/p>\n
On behalf of shareholders, management and staff, the Board congratulates September on his appointment and wishes him every success in the creation of value for all Telkom stakeholders.<\/p>\n