Microsoft South Africa Welcomes Vukani Mngxati as New CEO to Drive Digital Transformation and Inclusive Growth
In a significant leadership transition, Microsoft South Africa has announced the appointment of Vukani Mngxati as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 October 2025. This announcement was made by Naim Yazbeck, President for Middle East and Africa at Microsoft, highlighting the company’s enduring commitment to South Africa and its vision for the next era of digital transformation, AI innovation, and inclusive economic growth.
Microsoft’s presence in South Africa spans over three decades, during which it has played an instrumental role in empowering both the public and private sectors. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as cloud and artificial intelligence, Microsoft aims to unlock new opportunities for organizations, drive long-term prosperity, and enable broadscale digital transformation across the country.
Expressing his enthusiasm, Naim Yazbeck stated:
“I’m delighted to welcome Vukani Mngxati as our new Chief Executive Officer of Microsoft South Africa, effective 1 October 2025. Microsoft has been present in South Africa for over three decades, and we are deeply committed to continuing to enable public and private sector companies to unlock the power of AI and drive inclusive economic growth and long-term prosperity for all. As we continue to support broadscale digital transformation, we are confident that Vukani’s leadership will guide our next phase of growth – empowering government and private sector organisations to harness the full potential of cloud and AI technologies.” — Naim Yazbeck
Yazbeck also extended his gratitude to Lillian Barnard for her exemplary leadership and dedication to Microsoft’s team, customers, and partners in South Africa during this transitional period.
The appointment of Vukani Mngxati signals Microsoft’s ongoing dedication to leadership excellence in the region. The company is set to amplify the impact of its AI and cloud technology investments, helping organizations embrace change and adapt for the future, while ensuring inclusive growth is a top priority.
Vukani Mngxati responded to his appointment, expressing excitement about his new role and the journey ahead:
“Thank you Naim Yazbeck. I’m looking forward to driving jointly with you in SA!” — Vukani Mngxati
As the digital landscape rapidly evolves, the new leadership under Mngxati is expected to accelerate progress on the nation’s digital agenda, with a strong focus on empowering both government and businesses to harness the potential of advanced technologies for the benefit of all South Africans.
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