
First Bolt Accelerator Program Awards hosted in South Africa
The launch of the inaugural Bolt Accelerator Program (BAP) Awards in South Africa took place at the Garden Venue Hotel, West of Johannesburg this morning.
- Industry News
- 23 May 2025
Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has appointed Yolanda Cuba (main photo) as a non-executive Director on their Board of Management.
Yolanda, who joined the Board with effect from 1 June 2024, is the Vice President for the Southern and East Africa regions of the MTN Group. She has over 20 years’ experience in various African markets and across various industries, including the telecommunications, manufacturing and investment sectors.
Additionally, she is a chartered accountant by profession. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Statistics from the University of Cape Town, a Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree in Accounting from the University of Natal and a Master in Commerce degree from the University of Pretoria.
Yolanda joins another non-executive director, Marubini Raphulu, on the Board. Marubini has been serving in this capacity since December 2021.
“We welcome Yolanda to the Board of Management, and we look forward to benefiting from her experience gained from working in different industries and African markets,” says Martina Biene, VWGA Chairperson and Managing Director. “I have no doubt she will bring fresh impetus and a new voice to our Board.”
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