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Thabi Leoka Scandal: Resignations and Controversies Rock MTN and Anglo American Boards

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Get the inside scoop on the latest scandal involving Thabi Leoka and her resignations from top corporate boards. Find out the truth behind the accusations of faking a PhD and the fallout from the controversy! #ThabiLeoka #Scandal #Resignations

Thabi Leoka, a prominent economist, has recently made headlines for her abrupt resignations from leading boards, including MTN South Africa and Anglo American Platinum. The controversy surrounding Leoka revolves around suspicions of her allegedly falsifying her qualifications, particularly her PhD from the London School of Economics. This scandal has sent shockwaves through the corporate world, with questions raised about governance structures and processes that failed to detect the alleged deception.

The unfolding drama has led to Leoka's departure from key positions at Amplats and MTN, sparking a debate on accountability and integrity in corporate leadership. As the public awaits further clarifications on the truth behind the accusations, the repercussions of this scandal are felt not only within the companies involved but also across the economic advisory sector.

In a surprising turn of events, President Cyril Ramaphosa has removed Thabi Leoka from his Presidential Economic Advisory Council, further intensifying the scrutiny on her qualifications. The controversy has not only tarnished Leoka's reputation but has also raised broader questions about the verification processes for qualifications and the consequences of integrity breaches in high-profile positions.

As the dust settles on Thabi Leoka's resignations and the unfolding scandal, the aftermath of this saga serves as a cautionary tale for corporate governance and the importance of upholding transparency and honesty in professional credentials. The impact of this controversy on the individuals and institutions involved is a stark reminder of the consequences of ethical lapses in the corporate world.

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UPDATE | Thabi Leoka steps down from MTN SA shortly after ... (News24)

For the past week Leoka has been facing questions about whether she received a PhD in economics and economic history from the London School of Economics.

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Thabi Leoka resigns from Amplats and MTN boards (Business Day)

Mining house Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) and MTN SA have not taken responsibility for lapses in its governance structures that did not pick up ...

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Thabi Leoka Resigns From Anglo American Amid Suspicions About ... (iAfrica.com)

Thabi Leoka, the embattled economic analyst, has resigned from her positions as non-executive director and board member of Anglo American.

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Thabi Leoka resigns from Anglo American Platinum's board (Moneyweb.co.za)

JSE-listed mining group Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) said on Monday that economist Thabi Leoka had resigned from its board.

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Thabi Leoka Resigns From Anglo American Due to PhD ... (Briefly)

Thabi Leoka decided to quit her roles as a board member and non-executive director at Anglo American after she was accused of faking her qualifications.

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Thabi Leoka resigns as a non-executive director of MTN South Africa (Independent Online)

Leoka was accused of faking her PhD degree which she purportedly attained from the London School of Economics (LSE).

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Economist Thabi Leoka resigns from MTN as well over qualification ... (Eyewitness News)

Earlier on Monday, she resigned from her positions as a non-executive director and board member at Anglo American Platinum.

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Thabi Leoka quits Amplats board after doctorate scandal (SowetanLIVE)

The company has not owned up to its own processes that did not pick up anomalies on Leoka's CV.

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Thabi Leoka resigns as a non-executive director of MTN South Africa (msnNOW)

Leoka was accused of faking her PhD degree which she purportedly attained from the London School of Economics (LSE).

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Thabi Leoka resigns from Amplats, MTN SA boards after PhD saga (Daily Maverick)

SA economist Thabi Leoka, exposed for allegedly lying about holding a PhD in economics from a top UK university, has quit her position on the Amplats board.

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Amplats and MTN duck culpability in Thabi Leoka scandal (Business Day)

The companies have not owned up to faults in their processes, which failed to pick up anomalies on Leoka's CV.

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Thabi Leoka quits Amplats board after doctorate scandal (TimesLIVE)

Thabi Leoka has resigned as a board member of Anglo American Platinum to attend to her health and allegations of fake qualifications, the company said on ...

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Thabi Leoka resigns from MTN board (MyBroadband)

MTN South Africa has announced that it accepted the resignation of independent non-executive director Thabi Leoka, effective immediately.

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Thabi Leoka quits MTN board amid PhD storm (ITWeb)

Embattled economist Thabi Leoka has resigned from the board of directors of telecommunications group MTN after serving for more than four years.

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More woes for Thabi Leoka (eNCA)

JOHANNESBURG - Embattled economist Thabi Leoka has been removed from the Presidential Economic Advisory Council. She's also resigned as a non-executive ...

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Cyril Ramaphosa axes Thabi Leoka from his advisory council (Business Day)

Business day reported a week ago that Leoka did not hold a PhD in economics from the London School of Economics, as stated.

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Thabi Leoka axed from Presidential Economic Advisory Council ... (Daily Maverick)

SA economist Thabi Leoka, exposed for allegedly lying about holding a PhD in economics from a top UK university, has quit her position on the Amplats board.

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Ramaphosa fires Thabi Leoka from his economic council (News24)

President Cyril Ramaphosa has axed disgraced economist Thabi Leoka from his Presidential Economic Advisory Council. "On Monday, 22 January 2024, ...

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Netcare admits it knew 'economist' Thabi Leoka did not have a PhD (Independent Online)

The MA appears to refer to her Wits University masters degree, while the MSc refers to her masters in economic history from the London School of Economics. More ...

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Thabi Leoka PhD: South Africa President Ramaphosa axes adviser (BBC News)

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has dropped a high-profile economist from an advisory panel as questions are being raised about her PhD.

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POLL | Do you think Thabi Leoka should have provided proof of her ... (TimesLIVE)

President Cyril Ramaphosa's office announced economist Thabi Leoka's dismissal from his Presidential Economic Advisory Council. File photo. Image: Gallo Images/ ...

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