South Africa’s PPC has received nominations for Jabu Moleketi for the position of chairman of the board to succeed Peter Nelson as it aims to “strengthen the board with its strategic priorities,” said the company in a statement.

Mr Moleketi is currently chairman of Vodacom Group and has served on numerous boards such as the Development Bank of Southern Africa, Brait SE, Remgro, Nedbank Group and MMI Holdings.

The company said the nomination will be evaluated and appointments in due course.