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Joanita Mukasa Menya
Joanita Mukasa Menya has been named the new Managing Director of Vivo Energy Uganda, effective September 1, 2024. Vivo Energy Uganda, the company responsible for distributing and marketing Shell-branded fuels and lubricants, made the announcement today. Menya succeeds Johan Grobbelaar, who will be transitioning to a new role within the Vivo Energy Group. In its statement, Vivo Energy praised Menya for her strategic insight, industry experience, and comprehensive business acumen, which are seen as vital for steering the company through its next phase of development. The company recently celebrated its tenth anniversary in Uganda, making Menya’s appointment timely for its continued growth. As the company’s first female Managing Director and a certified transformational coach, Menya aims to emphasize innovation, customer-focused services, and sustainable growth as core elements of Vivo Energy Uganda’s future strategy. “I am honored to step into this role at such a pivotal moment for Vivo Energy Uganda,” Menya remarked.
Joanita Mukasa Menya
“I look forward to building on the strong foundation established by Johan and leading the company toward even greater successes.” Menya brings extensive experience from her previous roles, including serving as Country Lead at Unilever Uganda Limited and Nestlé Equatorial Africa, where she led operations for Uganda and regional markets. She is renowned for her innovative leadership, strategic business insights, and ability to meet sales targets effectively. The statement from Vivo Energy highlighted Grobbelaar’s achievements, noting that under his leadership, the company strengthened its market position by expanding the Shell service station network, initiating sustainability projects, and innovating its service offerings. “Johan Grobbelaar’s dedication to operational excellence and customer satisfaction has significantly contributed to the company’s sustained success in Uganda’s downstream energy sector,” the statement read. Hans Paulsen, Executive Vice President for East and Southern Africa at Vivo Energy, expressed gratitude for Grobbelaar’s contributions and enthusiasm for Menya’s appointment. “We deeply appreciate Johan Grobbelaar’s exceptional leadership, which has driven Vivo Energy Uganda’s remarkable achievements. We are equally excited to welcome Joanita Mukasa Menya as our new Managing Director. Her expertise and vision are perfectly aligned with our strategic objectives, and we are confident she will continue to propel the company’s success in Uganda.”