Nicky Newton-King

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Other directorships: Director of various companies in MTN Group, Investec plc and Investec Ltd.

Skills, expertise and experience: She has extensive experience in legal, business, capital markets, banking and regulation. Nicky was a partner at Webber Wentzel before joining the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) in mid-1996.  Nicky was an executive of the JSE for 23 years, of which 8 were as the chief executive officer.

At the JSE, Nicky was responsible for the transformation of the company to a commercially minded modern securities exchange with a diverse leadership and workforce. During her tenure, the JSE also played an influential role amongst its global exchange peers, especially concerning the then-developing area of ESG. Nicky’s passion for sustainability and the role that business can play in achieving a more equitable society has seen her dedicate much of her time to initiatives in this space.

Nicky is also the Chairman of the Council of Stellenbosch University and a trustee of the Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Centre.

Nicky is also the Deputy Chairman of the Council of Stellenbosch University and a trustee of the Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Centre.

 

Personal Details

Title: Ms
Surname: Newton-King
Known as: Nicky
DoB: 01/01/1966
Age: 60 years
M/F: Female
Nationality: South Africa
Country of Birth: South Africa
Language: English
Qualification: BA, LLB, LLM, LLD (Honoris Causa)
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CompanyCommitteeRoleAppointment DateResignation Date
MTN Group LimitedBoardMember01/01/2023
MTN Group LimitedRisk & ComplianceMember01/01/2023
MTN Group LimitedSocial & EthicsMember01/01/2023

 

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