Nikiwe Tanga

Speaker Bio

Nikiwe is the Chief Legal Officer of MTN Group Fintech, she has over two decades experience and is an Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa, she holds an LLB degree from the University of Fort Hare. In 2024, she completed her Masters in Business Administration at the Henley Business School (Africa), affiliated with the University of Reading. In addition to her academic qualifications, she has completed several executive leadership and management programmes, which have further enhanced her strategic and operational capabilities in complex, cross-border environments.

With an accomplished background in telecommunications and legal frameworks, Nikiwe is a strategic telecommunications sector leader who has successfully navigated dynamic organizations, developed impactful legal strategies, and pioneered innovative fintech initiatives. As a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and influential professional, Nikiwe operates with a strong ethos of diligence, passion, and strategic focus. She has been instrumental in enabling key partnerships, driving business development, and overseeing solution research and market introductions.