Romeo Kumalo is a highly successful South African CEO who has made a name for himself in the Media and Telecommunications industry.
With his great contributions and achievements, he has been recognized not only domestically but also across the African continent.
As a role model, Romeo Kumalo has become a household name and an inspiration to many aspiring entrepreneurs.
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- Full name: Romeo Kumalo
- Date of birth: February 25, 1972
- Age: 51 years old
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- Place of birth: Johannesburg, South Africa
- Nationality: South African
- Occupation: CEO, entrepreneur, media celebrity
- Height: None
- Parents: None
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: Basetsana Kumalo
- Children: Nkosinathi Gabriel Kumalo, Bontle ba Morena Jasmine Kumalo, uShaka Kgositsile Emmanuel Kumalo
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: $6 million
Early life and education
Romeo Kumalo, now 51 years old, was born on February 25, 1972 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Growing up in Johannesburg, Romeo Kumalo was passionate about learning and personal development from an early age.
He diligently pursued his education and obtained an MBA from Damelin College in 1997.
His passion for knowledge led him to study at Wits Business School in Johannesburg where he completed the MAP Business programme.
In 2009, Romeo Kumalo studied Marketing and Communications Strategy at INSEAD Graduate School of Business in Paris, Canada.
He then studied for a Master of Commerce at the University of South Africa (UNISA) in Johannesburg from 2010 to 2012.
Personal life
In 2000, Romeo Kumalo married Basetsana Kumalo, a famous television personality, award-winning beauty, philanthropist and businesswoman.
Basetsana, born on 29 March 1974 in South Africa, gained recognition at a young age when she was crowned Miss Soweto and Miss Black South Africa. She also finished as the first runner-up in the Miss World beauty pageant in 1994.
Romeo and Basetsana Kumalo’s marriage produced three children: Nkosinathi Gabriel Kumalo, Bontle ba Morena Jasmine Kumalo and uShaka Kgositsile Emmanuel Kumalo.
The couple celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary in December 2018, creating a beautiful and memorable atmosphere in their home.
Career
Romeo Kumalo’s career spans various roles and achievements in the Information, Media and Telecommunications industry.
He started as General Manager of Metro FM from 1997 to 2000 before becoming General Manager of SABC TV for four years. In 2007, Romeo was appointed to the board of Vodacom South Africa, where he served as Executive Commercial Director.
His success continued to grow and he became a member of the Vodacom Group Executive Committee in 2015. In addition to his corporate roles, Romeo Kumalo founded and became CEO of LLH Capital, a private equity firm that invests in sectors such as construction, ICT and media companies.
His extensive business skills and experience also helped him serve on the board of directors of several organizations.
Net asset value
Romeo Kumalo has amassed a considerable fortune throughout his career.
Although his exact net worth is not publicly available, it is estimated that he has a net worth of around $6 million.
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