In a recent statement by Safaricom’s CEO, Peter Ndegwa it was revealed that Safaricom’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Stephen Chege is going to join Vodacom as its new Chief External Affairs Officer. This position will come into effect from November 15th onwards.
“I am pleased to announce that Stephen Chege our Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, has been appointed as Vodacom Group Chief External Affairs Officer, reporting to Vodacom Group CEO Shameel Joosub effective November 15 2021.”
Peter Ndegwa, CEO, Safaricom
The new position will put Chege in charge of the Vodacom market of The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Mozambique, Vodafone Ghana, Lesotho and South Africa Tanzania.
“Steve will be responsible for Media Relationships, Group Corporate Social Investments (CSI) and sustainability. Please join me in wishing Steve all the best as he takes up his new role.
Peter Ndegwa, CEO, Safaricom
He has had a distinguished and successful career guiding Safaricom’s position in legal, competition, regulatory and reputation matters, developing industry policy, positioning Safaricom as a Purpose led organization and making a significant contribution to the success of Safaricom.”