THE PEOPLE BRINGING THE EXPERIENCE TO LIFE
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Lunga Siyo
Chief Executive Officer: Telkom Consumer and Small Business
Telkom SA
Lunga Siyo was appointed CEO of Telkom Consumer and Small Business in October 2021, following his success as CEO of Telkom Small and Medium Business. Under his leadership, the consumer division has expanded Telkom’s mobile customer base significantly—exceeding 21.5 million customers by 2024—and accelerated the company’s move into adjacent growth areas such as fintech, 5G fixed-wireless access, and e-commerce.
Lunga has played a key role in positioning Telkom as South Africa’s third-largest mobile operator and a digital-first brand. His focus on product innovation, customer-centric solutions, and data-driven decision-making has contributed to a stronger market presence and improved commercial performance.
Prior to joining Telkom, he held senior roles at MTN, BP South Africa, Santam, and Standard Bank, gaining broad experience in telecommunications, energy, insurance, and financial services. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University and an MBA from Milpark Business School.
Dr. Mbuso Nzama
Executive: Regional Development at Telkom CSB
Dr. Nzama is a seasoned executive renowned for his solution-driven approach.
With a talent for identifying innovative solutions, Dr. Nzama spearheads regionalization initiatives, recognizing their potential to unlock new opportunities.
His expertise lies in crafting strategies to enhance organizational performance, with a specific emphasis on regional development.
Under his visionary leadership, Telkom is poised to achieve sustainable growth and regional excellence.
Serame Taukobong
Group Chief Executive Officer, Telkom SA SOC Ltd
Serame Taukobong is the Group Chief Executive Officer of Telkom SA SOC Ltd, a position he has held since 1 January 2022. Prior to this role, he served as CEO of Telkom Consumer from 2018, where he played a pivotal role in driving growth, nearly doubling mobile revenue and firmly establishing Telkom as South Africa’s third-largest mobile operator.
As GCEO, Serame has spearheaded the execution of Telkom’s Group strategy, which focuses on infrastructure monetisation, digital acceleration, and sustainable value creation.
In recognition of his leadership and strategic insight, Serame was appointed to the Local Business Advisory Council (LBAC) for B20 South Africa, contributing to national and global economic growth discussions in alignment with the G20 agenda.
His extensive career spans several leadership positions across multiple industries. He previously served as CEO of MTN Ghana and held senior roles at MTN Group, General Electric Africa, Unilever, SAB, and M-Net. He has completed executive development programmes at prestigious institutions including IMD, INSEAD, GIBS, and the Wharton School.
Simo Mkhize
Chief Commercial Officer: Consumer & Small Business
Simo was appointed at Telkom in May 2023 as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of the Consumer Business Unit.
His career now spans more than 25 years, with experience across South Africa’s major mobile providers, including MTN, Vodacom and Cell C.
His deep knowledge of the ICT industry across the African continent and Europe makes him a valuable player in this competitive telco environment.
Simo holds a Master of Business Administration from Milpark Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering at WITS.
Jerry Wang
Vice President of Huawei Devices in South Africa
Jerry Wang is the Vice President of Huawei Devices in South Africa, with over 10 years of sales experience across China and the Middle East. He has led key industry transformations in the Chinese market, including the 4G-to-5G shift, the growth of brand stores, and the rise of e-commerce. His expertise also covers new areas like smart home and electric vehicles.
Jerry focuses on building high-performing sales teams and establishing strong partnerships with carriers and retailers. With his diverse market background, he effectively connects global strategies with local customer needs. He is dedicated to driving sustainable business growth, building brand trust, and creating long-term value in emerging markets.
Zahir Cajee
Commercial Director of Mobile Experience at Samsung Electronics South Africa.
Zahir Cajee is the Commercial Director of Mobile Experience at Samsung Electronics South Africa.
With over two decades of mobile industry experience, Zahir has a proven track record of driving sustainable growth through data-driven insights and commercial innovation. In his current role, he oversees Samsung’s Mobile division in South Africa, leading strategic market expansion and sales growth.
Recently, Zahir has focused on scaling value-added platform services including Galaxy AI, Samsung Wallet, Trade-In, Samsung Care+, SOS+, and Knox Guard to deliver practical, differentiated, and meaningful experiences to South African consumers.
He is passionate about pioneering new revenue frontiers and co-creating long-term value with strategic partners. Above all, Zahir places the human element at the heart of his leadership, believing that strong teams and authentic business relationships are the true foundation of lasting performance.
Gavin Gangiah
Head of Telco Sales & Business Development for Hisense South Africa
Gavin Gangiah is an accomplished sales and business leader with over 27 years of experience in the telecommunications, consumer electronics, and retail industries. As Head of Telco Sales & Business Development for Hisense South Africa, he is responsible for driving commercial strategy, strengthening operator partnerships, and delivering sustainable growth across South Africa and selected African markets.
Throughout his career, Gavin has led large-scale sales, product launch, distribution, and market expansion initiatives, working closely with major network operators, retailers, and channel partners. His expertise spans sales leadership, business development, strategic planning, and commercial negotiations.
Known for his integrity, empathy, and results-driven approach, Gavin has built a reputation for developing strong relationships, leading high-performing teams, and creating value through collaboration and innovation. He is passionate about driving growth, empowering people, and contributing to the continued advancement of the telecommunications and technology sectors across Africa.
Liu Zhiyuan (Rick)
Channel Director for Telkom and Cell C at HONOR
Rick Liu serves as the Channel Director for Telkom and Cell C at HONOR, where I oversee strategic channel partnerships, product distribution, and retail operations across South Africa.
With extensive experience in the telecommunications and mobile device industry, I have been instrumental in driving HONOR’s market growth, managing key operator relationships, and executing successful product launches. My role encompasses negotiating commercial terms, optimizing channel performance, and ensuring seamless collaboration between HONOR and its operator partners. I bring a deep understanding of the South African mobile landscape and a proven track record of delivering results through strong partner engagement and operational excellence.
Gugu Mthembu
Chief Marketing Officer at Telkom
Gugu Mthembu, Chief Marketing Officer at Telkom, is an accomplished and visionary marketing leader with more than two decades of experience across the ICT and telecommunications sectors. Throughout her career, she has played a pivotal role in shaping brands, driving business growth and connecting customer insight with innovation, technology and creativity.
At Telkom, Gugu has led the evolution and transformation of the brand, championing a more customer-centric and purpose-driven approach while leveraging data, technology and creativity to deliver meaningful impact. Her leadership and contribution to the industry have earned her recognition as a respected voice in modern marketing.
In 2025, Gugu was named Brand Leader of the Year, recognising her influence and achievements in building strong, relevant and future-focused brands. She has also served as a Cannes Lions juror and, most recently, as Jury President, further reflecting her standing among leading marketing and creative professionals globally.
Lanyard Myakayaka
Business & Transformation Executive
Lanyard Myakayaka is a telecommunications executive with 18 years of experience in strategy, digital transformation, customer value management, and business growth.
As Executive for Strategy, Beyond Connectivity and Digital Channels at Telkom Consumer and Small Business, he leads initiatives spanning digital sales, fintech, digital content services, and marketplace innovation.
Lebo Masalesa
Managing Executive: Mobile Network, Telkom Consumer
Lebo is the Managing Executive for Mobile Network at Telkom Consumer and small Business. His area of responsibility straddles the Radio access network (RAN) Core and IP network.
Lebo is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in the ICT industry. He acquired and honed most of his skills and experience in the Mobile industry. He has over 19 years of experience in the industry.
Lebo holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management and a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Light Current).
Lebo has a passion for technology and all things electronics.
Tshepo Mohlala
Founder: Tshepo Jeans
“I was raised by three strong women. My mother, Masesi Mamba, who taught me how to hustle, my grandmother, an Apostle and masterful storyteller, whose words “Tshepo, you’re a gentleman and should always look like one” echo in my head as I get dressed every morning. Then there is trendy aunt, Takalani, the first person to graduate in our neighbourhood. She would visit us in Tsakane dressed head-to-toe in denim. She ignited my interest in fashion and love for denim and so, I opened the doors of TSHEPO in 2015.”
“Founded in 2015, Tshepo Jeans is my story and you’ll find the three women who raised me in the crown, ever present in my creative process.”
Contact Details
Telkom Employee:
Lize Momberg
081 234 8826 | MomberlE@telkom.co.za
External Stakeholders:
Dale Baggot | Event Executive
083 209 2227 | dale@retailinsight.co.za
Gino Silver | Event Manager
076 392 3209 | gino@retailinsight.co.za
Banele Thabo | Transport & Logistics
078 011 9359 | banele@retailinsight.co.za
Naadir Ally | RSVP Management
083 651 2900 | Naadir@retailinsight.co.za
Event Info
24th August – Arrival Zambia
28th August – Depart Zambia