Refiloe Sekhoto
Kyalami Hills,Gauteng
Summary
- Experienced M&A professional with a demonstrated history of working in the telecommunications and technology industry in Africa and Middle East.
- Skilled in investment opportunity evaluation, appraisal, negotiation, completing transaction agreements and business development.
- Collaborative leader skilled in fostering an engaged and empowering work culture through effective partnerships with coworkers. Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
- Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager: Mergers and Acquisitions
MTN Group Limited
05.2017 - Current
- Successfully led team of M&A professionals in execution of acquisitions and disposals for MTN Group.
- Managed approximately 8 projects per annum that differ in complexity and skill,
- Develop M&A strategy for MTN Fintech and Digital teams
- Review financial models for analysis and evaluation of projects
- Presentation of investment proposals for MTN Group Exco and Board
- Member of Board of MTN Fintech Afghanistan, MTN Business Solutions Botswana and Ayo Holdings.
Senior Manager: Mergers and Acquisitions
MTN Group Limited
10.2008 - 04.2017
- Drove successful execution of numerous acquisitions, disposals and mergers of telecoms, eCommerce and digital businesses for MTN.
- Performing full range of corporate finance/mergers and acquisition work, including valuations, structuring, legal agreements and business evaluation
- Involved in shaping of MTN Group Digital business through investments in Jumia, Middle East Internet Group, Snapp and Simfy Africa (Ayoba!)
- Build or review financial models for analysis and evaluation of projects
- Co-ordinate input from other disciplines (tax, legal, technical) involved in transactions
- Preparation and presentation of investment proposals for MTN Group Exco and Board
Education
B. Comm (Honours) - Certificate in Theory of Accounting
University of Natal
Durban01.2001
Bachelor of Accounting Science -
University of Free State
Bloemfontein01.2000
Skills
- Leading multi-disciplinary teams
- Board reporting
- Financial acumen
- Financial modeling and analysis
- Due diligence
- Ability to interrogate cash flows and balance sheet
- Communication skills, written and verbal
- Able to work with senior levels of management
- Understanding of legal and regulatory issues
Accomplishments
Completed the following executive programs:
- McKinsey & Company - Executive Leadership Program (Oct 2020 - March 2021)
- Bain & Co - Executive Program (2015)
Competenciesacquired
- Leading multi-disciplinary teams
- Board reporting
- Financial acumen
- Financial modeling and analysis
- Due diligence
- Ability to interrogate cash flows and balance sheet
- Communication skills, written and verbal
- Able to work with senior levels of management
- Understanding of legal and regulatory issues
Telephonenumber
083 212 5844
References
- Sipho Sono, Former Partner, SizweNtsaluba VSP, 082 698 6335
- Khumo Shuenyane, Former Group Executive: M&A, MTN Group Limited, 083 212 3600
- Nhlanhla Nyembe, Senior Manager, National Empowerment Fund, 082 821 6900
- Mukesh Bavhan, Former Vice-President: Corporate Finance, Anglo American, 083 463 8293
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Soccer
- Golf
- Running
Timeline
General Manager: Mergers and Acquisitions
MTN Group Limited
05.2017 - Current
Senior Manager: Mergers and Acquisitions
MTN Group Limited
10.2008 - 04.2017
B. Comm (Honours) - Certificate in Theory of Accounting
University of Natal
Bachelor of Accounting Science -
University of Free State
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