ONATEL-SA, the Burkina Faso-based telecom provider and subsidiary of Moov Africa, is entering a new chapter in its leadership. The company’s board has officially appointed Mohamed Karim as its new CEO, following the departure of Abdelillah El Aydi, who has been reassigned to a new role within the group. ONATEL-SA praised El Aydi’s contributions, highlighting the progress made under his tenure.
Mohamed Karim steps into the role with a strong background across multiple Moov Africa operations throughout the continent. His experience in the telecom sector is expected to bring a fresh push for innovation, improved operational performance, and stronger internal collaboration—an essential blend at a time when the industry is undergoing rapid and complex technological shifts.
As the new head of ONATEL-SA, Karim is tasked with steering the company through its next phase of growth. His priorities will include accelerating ONATEL’s transformation strategy, boosting service quality, and deepening trust with customers, employees, and partners. All eyes will now be on how he leads the company through this evolving digital landscape.
