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Old Mutual Alternative Investments (OMAI) has appointed Gareth McElhone as Partner in its Hybrid Capital team
Old Mutual Alternative Investments (OMAI) has appointed Gareth McElhone as Partner in its Hybrid Capital team
Strengthening the team as it continues to grow its Hybrid Capital strategy across South Africa and the rest of Africa.
Gareth brings more than 20 years of investment banking and private capital experience and joins OMAI from Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking, where he most recently served as Head of Alternative Equity.
His experience spans mezzanine finance, private capital, equity investing and the structuring of flexible capital solutions for businesses and investors.
Momentum Asset Management appoints Slawomir Soroczynski as Global CIO for Fixed Income and Nicolette Plaatjies as Head of Credit Research
Momentum Asset Management is entering a new phase of growth, strengthening its global investment capabilities while maintaining its strong local expertise.
The latest leadership and research enhancements include the appointment of Slawomir Soroczynski as Global CIO for Fixed Income and Nicolette Plaatjies as Head of Credit Research. The changes are designed to bring greater collaboration, deeper research insights and stronger global alignment, without changing the accountability of existing portfolio managers in South Africa and London.
Terebinth Capital has appointed Beverley Moore as its Chief Operations Officer,
Terebinth Capital has appointed Beverley Moore as its Chief Operations Officer
Terebinth Capital has appointed Beverley Moore as its Chief Operations Officer, strengthening the alternative investment manager’s operational leadership. Moore brings extensive experience in investment operations, execution, governance and business continuity, including previous senior roles at Khumo Capital and Absa Alternative Asset Management. Her appointment is expected to support Terebinth’s focus on robust operational oversight, stakeholder management and high-quality client service as the firm continues to deliver disciplined, research-driven investment solutions.
Shirley Mashaba has been appointed Chief Operations Officer at Sanlam Collective Investments
Shirley Mashaba has been appointed Chief Operations Officer at Sanlam Collective Investments
Shirley Mashaba has been appointed Chief Operations Officer at Sanlam Collective Investments, following her leadership role in client enablement. With more than a decade of experience in management and client strategy, Mashaba has helped shape the business’s co-branding approach and client-servicing proposition. Her appointment places operational delivery, partner support and client experience at the centre of SCI’s growth agenda, reinforcing its positioning as a trusted investment platform for asset managers and their clients.
Thato Moitsemang has joined Symmetry as Head of Manager Research
Thato Moitsemang has joined Symmetry as Head of Manager Research
Thato Moitsemang has joined Symmetry as Head of Manager Research, bringing more than 11 years’ experience in the investment industry. She joins from Sanlam Investments, where she held portfolio management and senior manager research roles. At Symmetry, Moitsemang will lead research into underlying investment managers, strengthening the firm’s ability to select, monitor and combine specialist capabilities within its investment solutions. The appointment underscores Symmetry’s focus on rigorous due diligence and research led portfolio construction.
The Institute of Retirement Funds Africa (IRFA) has elected Nalandri “Nancy” Andrews as Chairperson of its board, with Cedrick Pila appointed Vice-Chairperson.
The appointments followed IRFA’s annual general meeting on 27 August 2026 and the board’s election of office bearers the following day. Andrews succeeds Geraldine Fowler after previously serving as Vice-Chairperson, while Pila continues as a board member. Together, they will guide the institute’s governance, stewardship and strategic direction for the retirement fund industry.
