{"id":5855,"date":"2021-03-07T18:25:13","date_gmt":"2021-03-07T18:25:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/south-africa\/?p=5855"},"modified":"2021-03-07T17:59:36","modified_gmt":"2021-03-07T17:59:36","slug":"peter-matlare-absa-group-deputy-ceo-dies-of-covid-19-complications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/south-africa\/all-news\/peter-matlare-absa-group-deputy-ceo-dies-of-covid-19-complications","title":{"rendered":"Peter Matlare, Absa Group deputy CEO, dies of Covid-19 complications"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press<\/a> – South-Africa<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span>Peter Matlare, Absa Group deputy CEO, has died after a battle with Covid-19, his family confirmed on Sunday.<\/p>\n

At the time of his passing, Matlare was Deputy CEO of Absa, with responsibility for operations outside South Africa.<\/p>\n

Matlare previously held the positions of Chief Executive Officer at Tiger Brands and Chief Executive Officer at the SABC. He was also a senior Group Executive at Vodacom.<\/p>\n

\u201cPeter was a consummate professional, who made an immense contribution to business in South Africa and across the African continent. He was passionate about transforming businesses, and believed deeply in the potential of Africa. He also created opportunities for dozens of young managers and professionals to expand their horizons in the businesses he led,\u201d Matlare\u2019s family said in a statement on Sunday.<\/p>\n

\u201cFamily was a cornerstone of Peter\u2019s life. He was a pillar of strength around whom the family coalesced. He used his talent and passion for cooking to regularly gather the family for Sunday lunches, and maintain deep connections in the family. His support for family, friends and colleagues has left a lasting legacy. May his soul rest in peace.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tributes have being pouring in for the business leader and media executive<\/p>\n

The 4 bosses who recognised something \u201cspecial\u201d in me, were Peter Matlare, Phil Molefe, Snuki Zikalala and @mthombothi these are the men who opened doors for me and gave me a shot as a news anchor @SABCNews. Ngi nje nje yibo. Thank you gentlemen. Farewell Peter Matlare RIP ??? pic.twitter.com\/HFZ96N0hOP<\/p>\n

So in Peter Matlare an era and chapter closes for excellence in business acumen especially where broadcasting is concerned. It is tragically sad. May his friends and family be comforted. May we never forget what he stood for and do our best to follow in his giant footsteps.<\/p>\n

Sudden by the passing of Peter Matlare, such amazing humble human being not so long ago he introduced me to his wife and 2 daughters. One of the best black CEO\u2019s SA has ever had. May his soul Rest In Peace ?? pic.twitter.com\/coFXYS6AAw<\/p>\n

Heart broken to learn of Peter Bambatha Matlare ‘s passing. Thank you, Bambatha , for being a wonderful mentor.? #PeterMatlhare pic.twitter.com\/TCxmevXkjt<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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