PwC Africa has elected Michal Kotzé as its next Territory Senior Partner, with his appointment scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2027.
Kotzé will succeed Dion Shango, who will step down on June 30, 2027, after completing the maximum eight-year term in the position.
He currently serves as PwC Africa’s Clients and Markets Leader, a role he has held since July 2019. He joined the professional services firm in 1997 and has spent nearly 30 years working across its businesses and markets.
His election followed the firm’s internal governance process, which included nominations from partners, board-level vetting and a vote involving partners across the African territory.
As Territory Senior Partner, Kotzé will oversee PwC Africa’s strategic direction and work with its regional chief executives to implement the firm’s plans across the continent. His responsibilities will include strengthening client relationships, maintaining professional standards and expanding collaboration across its African operations.
PwC Africa operates in 13 countries, with more than 31 office locations. The firm has over 385 partners and approximately 10,000 professionals serving businesses across different industries.
Commenting on the appointment, Shango said Kotzé’s experience in client management and understanding of the firm’s African operations would position him to lead the business.
He added that the election reflected the confidence partners had in Kotzé’s leadership and judgement, expressing confidence that he would build on the firm’s progress and strengthen its relationship with the wider PwC network.
Kotzé said he was honoured by the confidence placed in him and acknowledged Shango’s contribution during his eight years in office.
He identified capital market development, cross-border business expansion, artificial intelligence and infrastructure development as some of the areas where PwC could contribute to Africa’s economic growth.
He also highlighted the need to strengthen regional value chains and support businesses navigating the energy transition.
“Our strength lies in our people, the diversity of our markets and what we achieve when we connect our expertise across the continent,” Kotzé said.
He said his priority would be to bring together the firm’s workforce and expertise across African markets to help clients take advantage of emerging opportunities, while maintaining high standards of quality and professional ethics.
Sam Abu, Regional CEO of PwC West Market Area, said businesses across West Africa were facing different economic conditions, making local market knowledge and regional cooperation increasingly important.
He noted that businesses were looking for ways to translate economic reforms and greater stability into investment, sustainable growth and improved competitiveness.
Abu also pointed to artificial intelligence as an emerging driver of productivity, adding that collaboration between PwC’s African operations and its global network would help businesses manage risks and respond to changes in the region.
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