Kampala, Uganda, 1st September 2024 – Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, announced today that the Managing Director, Johan Grobbelaar, will be leaving to take on a new role within the Vivo Energy Group.
Under Johan Grobbelaar’s leadership, Vivo Energy Uganda solidified its market-leadership position by expanding the Shell service stations network, launching sustainability projects, and driving innovation in its services. His commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction has been a driving force behind the company’s sustained growth and success in the downstream energy sector in Uganda.
Joanita Mukasa Menya is appointed Managing Director of Vivo Energy Uganda with effect from September 1st. With extensive experience in sales and management, she was previously employed at Unilever Uganda Limited as Country Lead and at Nestle Equatorial Africa, where she served as Country Lead for Uganda and regional markets. She is recognised for her innovative approach to leadership, business strategy and excellence in delivering sales targets.
With Vivo Energy recently marking its tenth anniversary in Uganda, her strategic acumen, experience and in-depth business knowledge of the sector makes her an excellent choice to lead the company into its next stage of growth.
Menya, a certified transformational coach and the company’s first female Managing Director, envisions Vivo Energy Uganda continuing to focus on innovation, customer-centric services, and sustainable business growth as key components of its future.
“I am honoured to take on this role at such an exciting time for Vivo Energy Uganda. I look forward to building on the strong foundation laid by Johan and leading the company towards even greater achievements,” said Menya.
Commenting on the leadership change, Hans Paulsen, the Executive Vice President for East and Southern Africa at Vivo Energy, said: “We are immensely grateful to Johan Grobbelaar for his outstanding contributions to Vivo Energy Uganda. Under his leadership, the company has achieved remarkable milestones and strengthened its position in the market. We are equally excited to welcome Joanita Mukasa Menya as the new Managing Director. Joanita’s expertise and vision align perfectly with our strategic goals, and we are confident she will continue to drive the company’s success in Uganda.”
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Media Contact:
Valery Okecho
Corporate Communications Manager,
Vivo Energy Uganda.
Mobile: +256 776 754322
Email: valery.okecho@vivoenergy.com
Notes to editors:
The Vivo Energy Group operates and markets its products in countries across North, West, East, Southern Africa and in the Ocean Islands. The extended Group has a network of over 3,900 service stations in 28 markets operating under the Engen and Shell brands and exports lubricants to a number of other African countries. Its retail offering includes fuels, lubricants, card services, convenience stores, restaurants, and other non-fuel services. It provides fuels, lubricants, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and chemicals to business customers across a range of sectors including marine, aviation, mining, construction, power, transport, agriculture and manufacturing. It is continuing to develop innovative energy solutions to enhance sustainability.
The company employs around 6,000 people and has access to over 2.1 billion litres of fuel storage capacity.
For more information about Vivo Energy, please visit www.vivoenergy.com.
