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Vivo Energy Uganda announces Joanita Mukasa Menya as new Managing Director
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Joanita Mukasa Menya has been appointed Managing Director of Vivo Energy Uganda with effect from September 1, 2024.
Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, announced the change today.
Joanita Mukasa takes over from Johan Grobbelaar, who will be leaving to take on a new role within the Vivo Energy Group.
“With Vivo Energy recently marking its tenth anniversary in Uganda, her strategic acumen, experience and in-depth business knowledge of the sector makes her an excellent choice to lead the company into its next stage of growth, ” Vivo Energy said in a statement.
Menya, a certified transformational coach and the company’s first female Managing Director, envisions Vivo Energy Uganda continuing to focus on innovation, customer-centric services, and sustainable business growth as key components of its future.
“I am honoured to take on this role at such an exciting time for Vivo Energy Uganda. I look forward to building on the strong foundation laid by Johan and leading the company towards even greater achievements,” said Menya.
With extensive experience in sales and management, she was previously employed at Unilever Uganda Limited as Country Lead and at Nestle Equatorial Africa, where she served as Country Lead for Uganda and regional markets. She is recognised for her innovative approach to leadership, business strategy and excellence in delivering sales targets.
The Vivo statement stated that under Johan Grobbelaar’s leadership, Vivo Energy Uganda solidified its market-leadership position by expanding the Shell service stations network, launching sustainability projects, and driving innovation in its services.
“His commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction has been a driving force behind the company’s sustained growth and success in the downstream energy sector in Uganda,” the statement said.
Commenting on the leadership change, Hans Paulsen, the Executive Vice President for East and Southern Africa at Vivo Energy, said: “We are immensely grateful to Johan Grobbelaar for his outstanding contributions to Vivo Energy Uganda. Under his leadership, the company has achieved remarkable milestones and strengthened its position in the market.”
He added that, “We are equally excited to welcome Joanita Mukasa Menya as the new Managing Director. Joanita’s expertise and vision align perfectly with our strategic goals, and we are confident she will continue to drive the company’s success in Uganda.”
