Safaricom Ethiopia CEO Wim Vanhelleputte Marks 25 Years in Telecom Leadership
Vanhelleputte joined Safaricom Ethiopia as CEO in September 2023. In the role, he has been leading the company’s ambition to expand digital access and transform lives through technology in Ethiopia.
Safaricom Ethiopia Telecommunications PLC has celebrated the 25-year milestone of its Chief Executive Officer, Wim Vanhelleputte, in executive leadership within the telecommunications industry.
The company recognised Vanhelleputte’s extensive experience leading telecommunications businesses across Africa, highlighting his role in navigating industry changes and supporting the evolution of mobile services, smartphones, mobile money and broader digital ecosystems.
Vanhelleputte joined Safaricom Ethiopia as CEO in September 2023. In the role, he has been leading the company’s ambition to expand digital access and transform lives through technology in Ethiopia.
Safaricom Ethiopia said his experience across multiple markets brings valuable industry knowledge as the company works to advance connectivity, drive innovation and expand digital services for Ethiopians.
The milestone highlights Vanhelleputte’s long-standing leadership in the telecommunications sector, which has undergone significant changes over the past two decades, particularly in mobile connectivity and digital financial services.
