Martin Mushambadope.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies (LIT) has confirmed the appointment of Martin Mushambadope as the Chief Executive Officer for its operations in South Sudan.

"Martin is a seasoned, well-respected, experienced senior executive, and he is the right leader to oversee Liquid South Sudan's corporate and business strategy. He will be responsible for delivering strategic and operational guidance as the organisation expands in South Sudan while delivering on a cohesive culture that emphasises customer care and service that Liquid is synonymous with across the continent. I want to thank Hans Haerdtle, the outgoing CEO, for the excellent work done, from leading the team to launch our operations in the country and ensuring a strong local brand presence," says Adil El Youssefi, Regional CEO, Liquid Intelligent Technologies, East Africa.

LIT adds that Mushambadope brings over 20 years of experience, having worked for various industries such as telecommunications, health insurance, banking, and audit practice.

“In addition, he has vast International experience being exposed to working environments in Singapore, United Kingdom, Kenya, Ghana, and Zimbabwe,” the company says.

Commenting on the appointment, Mushambadope says, "It has indeed been a pleasure for me to join Liquid as it progresses on its journey to digitally transform Africa through its extensive backbone of infrastructure and digital technologies. I have seen Liquid successfully revolutionise the digital landscape for numerous businesses in other African countries and look forward to replicating that same spirit and passion for success in South Sudan. Here's to future growth for all."

The company says its South Sudan fibre network is the first underground fibre network in the region that connects to landing stations in Mombasa, Kenya as well as all the major subsea cables.