The MTN Group has announced the appointment of Hermann Tischendorf as its chief technology and information officer for digital and fintech. He brings the skills and experience that will accelerate innovative digital and fintech advancements in line with the company's strategic intent of leading digital solutions for Africa progress. Tischendorf joins from 4Finance Group, where he was chief technology officer. He has 30 years of experience in the financial services sector, where he has occupied numerous senior roles. At MTN, Tischendorf will bring transformation and disruption to the company's mobile payment platform and help improve customer engagement, experience, acquisition and loyalty. He will also be responsible for developing new products and services, building the nascent ecosystem and scaling up existing revenue streams.