MTN Group has appointed Jerry Soko as Chief Executive Officer of MTN Eswatini, effective July 1, as the African telecommunications operator continues to strengthen its leadership ranks in support of its long-term growth strategy.
Soko assumes the role after serving as acting CEO for seven months, a period during which the company said he helped restore momentum in the business through stronger operational execution and deeper customer engagement.
The appointment comes as MTN advances its Ambition 2030 strategy, aimed at expanding beyond traditional connectivity services into fintech and digital infrastructure businesses across its markets.
“Under Jerry’s leadership, MTN Eswatini has regained strong momentum, improving performance, strengthening operational discipline, and deepening customer engagement,” MTN Group Chief Executive Officer Ralph Mupita said in a statement.
Soko, a telecommunications executive and qualified accountant with more than two decades of experience across Africa’s ICT sector, has held senior leadership positions within MTN operations including CEO and CFO roles in Zambia, South Sudan, Botswana and Rwanda.
During his time leading MTN Eswatini on an interim basis, he focused on improving network reliability, strengthening operational efficiency and advancing customer-focused initiatives, while also building partnerships aligned with the country’s broader digital development agenda.
The appointment underscores MTN’s emphasis on leadership continuity and internal talent development as the company seeks to accelerate growth across its African markets.