Full Statement from Eskom:
The Eskom Board wishes to announce the appointment of Mr Johnny Dladla as acting Group Chief Executive with immediate effect.
This follows intense consultations between the Minister and Eskom Board to arrive at a prudent choice. Both parties are of firm belief that Dladla’s experience and expertise will stabilise Eskom in the short-term.
“Dladla has sufficient skills to excel in this role. He has 22 years of experience within the Eskom, 17 years invested in various non-regulated businesses and 5 years as Chief Executive Officer for Eskom Enterprises and its subsidiaries,” said Acting Board Chairman, Zethembe Khoza.
Throughout these roles, he has demonstrated sterling leadership which manifested itself in his turnaround strategies, added Khoza.
Echoing Khoza’s sentiments, Minister Lynne Brown said: “I welcome the appointment of Mr Dladla as it will bring further stability to Eskom and its executive team.”
Dladla has plied his career amongst international brands such as BHP Billiton and South African Breweries (SAB). He has successfully executed major projects, built sustainable relationships, legacy of service delivery with major local and international private and public sector organisations.
A Chartered Marketer, he has studied across a range of critical fields including finance and accounting amongst Harvard Business School, Fort Hare University, Cranfield University (UK), AAA School of Advertising and IMM.
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“Dladla is a seasoned business leader with impeccable credentials. His business acumen, which includes his commendable knowledge of Eskom intricacies, will come in handy in his new role. As Board, we are looking forward to working with him and his executive team to address the current challenges,” said Khoza.
The Minister has obligated the Board to finalise the appointment of a permanent Group Chief Executive to ensure long-term stability to the utility.
Reaction from Business Unity South Africa (BUSA):
BUSA welcomes appointment of Johnny Dladla as Eskom’s new acting Chief Executive
22 June 2017
Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) welcomes today’s appointment of Johnny Dladla as Eskom’s new acting Chief Executive Officer.
“Dladla is an accomplished business leader with impeccable credentials in both the public and private sector. His 22 years of experience within the power utility has given him commendable knowledge and understanding of the Eskom business. His appointment will not only restore stability at Eskom but will also restore the public’s confidence in the power utility,” said BUSA President Jabu Mabuza.
