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Havas appoints Alberto Canteli as Executive Chairman for Africa

posted on Sep. 11, 2025 at 9:40 amSep 11, 2025

Antonio Canteli will continue to serve as Chairman and CEO of Havas Nordics, Benelux, Central & Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.

Alberto Canteli, Executive Chairman of Havas Africa.

Alberto Canteli, Executive Chairman of Havas Africa.

Following the recent appointment of Provit Chemmani as CEO of Havas Africa, based in Johannesburg, Havas has appointed Alberto Canteli as Executive Chairman of Havas Africa, effective 1 September 2025, in addition to his current responsibilities as Chairman, CEO of Havas Nordics, Benelux, Central & Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.
The strategic appointment aims to underscores Havas’ ambition to accelerate growth across the African continent, a region undergoing rapid transformation and rich with potential.
With a strong track record in managing complex and diverse regions, Canteli brings both strategic vision and operational excellence to this key market.
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