Basil Read Holdings Limited announced Mr. Khathutshelo (K2) Mapasa has resigned as the CEO. Mr. Mapasa will be pursuing other professional opportunities with effect from 30 September 2023. The company announced the appointment of Esther Mohube, as the group acting CEO.

Esther has been with the group since January 2018 as the Executive Officer, Human Capital. She is also a Director in the Mining and Development subsidiaries. Esther has a Bachelor degree in Industrial Psychology from University of the North, a Postgraduate Diploma In Management, and Leadership Development Certificate from Wits Business School.

She has over 25 years of experience in Human Resources, with 10 years of that in executive roles.