When is Eskom's CFO Calib Cassim scheduled to retire, and what is his stated reason for stepping down?

Calib Cassim, Eskom's Group Chief Financial Officer, will retire during the financial year ending March 2027. He stated he will 'take a rest and watch Eskom succeed,' expressing confidence in the utility's ongoing recovery and in his successor's ability to build on the turnaround achieved under the current leadership team.

What role did Calib Cassim play in Eskom's recent operational and financial improvement, and how long has he served the company?

Cassim played a key role in Eskom's operational recovery and return to profitability during his 24-year tenure at the utility; he also served for one year as acting Group Chief Executive.

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Eskom Group CFO Calib Cassim will retire during the financial year ending March 2027 after 24 years at the utility. He expressed confidence that his successor will build on the operational recovery and return to profitability achieved under current leadership.

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