Johannesburg – Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has announced the imminent departure of Chief Executive Officer Mpumi Mpofu, whose fixed-term tenure comes to an end next month.
In a statement made available to The Bulrushes on Thursday, 14 May 2026, ACSA said Mpofu will conclude her tenure at the end of her fixed-term contract on 30 June 2026, following six years of service at the organisation.
“On behalf of the Board, we thank Ms. Mpofu for her dedicated service to Airports Company South Africa over the past six years,” said Irvin Phenyane, Chairperson of the Board of ACSA.
“She has led the organisation through an unprecedented period within the global aviation sector and has overseen ACSA’s operations and financial recovery while advancing critical strategic initiatives that have strengthened the company’s long-term position.
“The Board and CEO have agreed on a carefully managed transition, with clear terms of reference and mutual cooperation.”
ACSA also announced that the Board of Directors has appointed Charles Shilowa as Acting Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1 July 2026.
Shilowa currently serves as Group Executive: Capital Infrastructure Asset Management at ACSA, a role he has held since July 2023.
Prior to this, he has held several senior leadership roles at Rand Merchant Bank, South African Revenue Services, Sasol Technology, and Unilever.
Shilowa will work closely with the Board to ensure leadership continuity and the orderly management of the transition, while the Board undertakes a formal process to appoint a permanent CEO.
Mpofu will continue to serve in her role until the conclusion of her contract and will work closely with the Acting CEO, Board, and the executive team to ensure a seamless handover and continued operational stability across the organisation.
The Board wished Shilowa success in his acting role.
