Global professional services firm Aon has announced the appointment of Nolwandle Mgoqi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for South Africa, effective today.
Before joining Aon, Mgoqi held various executive roles in the financial services sector, including most recently as Chief Executive of Standard Insurance Limited and as Head of Insurance for Standard Bank South Africa.
Prior to that, she was Head of Short-Term Insurance Strategy Development and Implementation at Liberty Group, Executive Head of Strategic Services at Stanlib and Head of Network Solutions at Santam.
Mgoqi also previously worked at Old Mutual’s Group Schemes and Employee Benefits.
“We are excited to welcome Nolwandle and add her experience to the team,” said Eduardo Dávila, CEO of Aon EMEA. “She will help position our capabilities in the evolving market environment to help our clients make better decisions.”
“I am looking forward to this new role and working together with Aon’s clients, colleagues and our community at large to continue building a sustainable business,” added Mgoqi.
“Bringing my experience and passion for several causes, including advancement of ‘gal child’ and women empowerment, will help shape and inform decisions for the better on the issues that matter most to our key stakeholders.”
Aon also confirmed that former Aon South Africa CEO, Terence Williams, will remain as Chairman of the Board of its business in South Africa.
