Talib will be taking over from exiting group CEO Danie du Toit with immediate effect.
Denel has appointed independent non-executive director Talib Sadik as its interim group CEO with immediate effect. He will be taking over from Danie du Toit, who resigned after only 18 months at the helm.
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According to a statement by the company, Talib, a qualified chartered accountant, has worked with the Denel board in developing the turnaround plan and positions him well for a seamless transition. He previously served as the group’s CEO between 2008 and 2012.
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Most recently, Talib served as the interim CFO of Adcorp Holdings to assist 2020 CFO Awards nominee Cheryl-Jane Kujenga, who was serving interim CEO at the time, until she resumed her role as CFO. CJ has since resigned from Adcorp Holdings.
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Chairman Monhla Hlahla confirms that the company’s board is continuing its efforts to transform Denel into a sustainable defence and advanced manufacturing company. “The shareholders and the board continue to find solutions to resolve the short-term challenges of the company,” Monhla said.
The company said that the recruitment process for a permanent group CEO is underway.
