Airtel Malawi has appointed Aashish Dutt as its new Managing Director and his appointment is effective February 1, 2025.
This announcement, made on Wednesday, marks a significant leadership transition for the company.
Dutt succeeds Abdul Khayyum Shaik, who served as Acting Managing Director since November 2024.
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Aashish Dutt’s background
With over 28 years of experience in telecommunications, including 14 years in executive roles, Dutt brings a wealth of knowledge to Airtel Malawi.
His career began with Airtel Malawi as the Sales & Distribution Director in 2017, followed by his promotion to Chief Commercial Officer in 2021. Most recently, he served as Chief Commercial Officer for Airtel Kenya Networks.
Dutt’s expertise lies in market expansion and customer lifecycle management. He has successfully led transformative projects to enhance revenue and market share across India and Africa.
“We are excited and would like to congratulate Mr. Dutt on his appointment,” stated Kayisi Sadala, the acting board chairperson. “He brings vast experience and is well-equipped to steer Airtel Malawi forward.”
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In his new role, Dutt will focus on market execution, identifying growth opportunities, and fostering a team learning culture. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Commerce from Calcutta University and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Symbiosis Center in India.
Airtel Malawi, established in 2010 as a subsidiary of Bharti Airtel International, is the country’s leading mobile service provider. It connects millions of Malawians through various data and voice solutions, offering the most prominent mobile money service via Airtel Money.
As telecommunications’ new leader, Dutt is expected to innovate and improve the customer experience.