Yesse Oenga
About Yesse Oenga
Yesse Oenga serves as the Chief Marketing Officer and Managing Director for Africa at M-KOPA Solar, a position he has held since 2016. He has extensive experience in the telecommunications sector, having previously held senior roles at Vodacom, Zain Uganda, and Celtel Tanzania.
Work at M-KOPA
Yesse Oenga has served as the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Managing Director for Africa at M-KOPA Solar since 2016. In this role, he oversees marketing strategies and operational management across the African market. His leadership has contributed to the company's growth in providing solar energy solutions, enhancing access to affordable energy for households.
Previous Experience at Vodacom
Before joining M-KOPA, Yesse Oenga worked at Vodacom as the Chief Commercial Officer in the Democratic Republic of the Congo from 2014 to 2015. His tenure involved strategic oversight of commercial operations, focusing on enhancing customer engagement and market presence within the telecommunications sector.
Leadership at Zain Uganda
Yesse Oenga held the position of Managing Director at Zain Uganda from 2005 to 2011. During his leadership, he played a crucial role in transforming the telecommunications market in Uganda, increasing market share from 9% to 33%. His efforts significantly enhanced the company's competitive standing in the region.
Educational Background
Yesse Oenga has a solid educational foundation in business and management. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Business from Kenyatta University from 1987 to 1990. He furthered his education with an MBA in Business Administration from the United States International University - Africa from 1993 to 1995. Additionally, he completed an Advanced Management Program at London Business School in 2006 and holds a Diploma in Marketing from CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Achievements in Telecommunications
Throughout his career, Yesse Oenga has achieved significant recognition for his contributions to the telecommunications industry. He successfully developed and executed a marketing strategy that elevated a telecommunications operator from fifth to second place in Tanzania. His leadership at Celtel and Zain earned operations the 'Country Operation of the Year' award, and he achieved 'Most Respected Organization' and 'Preferred Employer' status for two consecutive years.