MTN Group Appoints Mike Silber as Group Executive Regulatory

MTN Group, a leading telecommunications company, has announced the appointment of Mike Silber as Group Executive Regulatory, effective from April 1, 2024. Silber, a well-known figure in the ICT industry and a specialist attorney, joins MTN Group from Liquid Intelligent Technologies, where he served as Group Chief Regulatory Officer for five years.

With over 25 years of experience in the telecommunications and internet sectors, Silber brings a wealth of legal, policy, and regulatory expertise to his new role. He holds B Proc and LLB degrees from the University of the Witwatersrand and has served on the boards of several industry bodies, including the Internet Service Providers’ Association South Africa and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN). Additionally, he is an associate of the LINK Centre at Wits University.

During his tenure at Liquid Intelligent Technologies, Silber played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding Africa’s most extensive cross-border fiber network and the continent’s largest networked data center operation. His achievements underscore his commitment to enhancing Africa’s digital landscape and navigating complex legal and regulatory challenges to drive business success and improve connectivity.

In response to Silber’s appointment, Lele Modise, MTN Group Chief Legal and Regulatory Officer, expressed confidence in Silber’s capabilities, stating, “Mike’s extensive background, spanning legal expertise and regulatory leadership across Africa and beyond, makes him a valuable addition to our team. His passion for bridging digital connections within Africa and with the world resonates deeply with MTN’s purpose.”

Silber’s appointment comes at a strategic time for MTN Group as it continues to focus on delivering innovative digital solutions and expanding its footprint across the continent. His insights and expertise are expected to contribute significantly to MTN Group’s vision of leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress.

MTN Group warmly welcomes Mike Silber to his new role and looks forward to his significant contributions to the company’s mission of enabling a modern connected life for everyone in Africa.