Ali Monzer starts work as CEO of MTN South Sudan

The Chief Technical Information Officer of MTN Uganda, Ali Monzer, has effective 1 April 2024 begun work as Executive Officer of MTN South Sudan.

Monzer succeeds Gordian Kyomukama, who will retire after a distinguished career with MTN.

MTN Uganda Chief Executive Officer Sylvia Mulinge wished Monzer success in his new endeavour.

Go well @Monzer455 as you start your journey as MTN CEO South Sudan. It was a privilege to do this tour of duty with you sir, I could not have asked for a better captain,” she posted on X on Easter Monday.

“Cheering you on….don’t lose your passion…stay authentic to who you are…keep your people first…and your customer king…and all else will fall into place. I celebrate you and wish you continued success as you embark on this new role…SOAR,” Mulinge added.

Monzer brings over 23 years of telecommunications industry experience to his new role. He holds a master’s degree in computer communication engineering and relevant industry certifications.

Since joining MTN in 2004, he has held progressively senior positions. According to MTN, he has demonstrated success in operational efficiency, cost optimisation, market growth and customer experience enhancement.

 “I am pleased to have Ali spearheading our operations in South Sudan and believe he will add immense value to the market,” said Ralph Mupita, MTN Group President and CEO, while announcing Monzer’s appointment.

“His wealth of experience and proven track record in technology and operations make him well-positioned to drive MTN South Sudan’s continued growth and success.”

Extending his sincere gratitude to Gordian Kyomukama for his invaluable leadership and contributions throughout his tenure with the company, Mupita added, “I wish to take this opportunity to thank Gordian Kyomukama for always displaying vigour, determination, and an exemplary work ethic in his role.”

Meanwhile, Mike Silber has been appointed MTN Group Executive Regulatory, effective 1 April 2024. He joins MTN Group from Liquid Telecom, where he held the role of Group Chief Regulatory Officer, for five years.

During his tenure at Liquid Telecom, Silber was instrumental in the creation and expansion of the most extensive cross-border fibre network in Africa, as well as the continent’s largest networked data centre operation.