Following the acquisition of Banco Société Générale Mozambique, Vista Group Holding announced the appointment of Mathieu KONAN as the Chief Executive Officer of Vista Bank Mozambique. Mathieu is a seasoned professional in the banking sector, with nearly 20 years of experience. He holds a strong academic background, including a degree in Statistical Engineering with a specialization in Applied Economics from ENSEA in Abidjan and a Master Grande École from ESSEC Business School in Paris. Additionally, he has earned two prestigious certifications in Advanced Management and Senior Executive Development Programs from MDE Business School and the Instituto BANCO SANTANDER, respectively.
Before joining Vista Bank Mozambique, Mathieu held several leadership positions in renowned financial institutions, such as Société Générale and BNP PARIBAS, as well as banks in the Maghreb and sub-Saharan Africa. His extensive experience in the UEMOA and CEMAC regions and his proven track record in banking management make him a valuable asset to Vista Bank Mozambique, bringing new momentum to the group’s recent acquisition.
With this acquisition and the appointment of Mathieu KONAN, Vista Group Holding reaffirms its commitment to establishing itself as a financial institution of choice in Africa, offering innovative banking and insurance products while contributing to economic development and financial inclusion across the continent.
About the Vista Group
Vista Group, owned by Lilium Group LLC, offers a comprehensive range of innovative banking products, solutions, and services accessible to individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), corporations, and governments. It aims to foster financial inclusion, economic growth, and prosperity in the countries where it operates.
Vista Group is a financial services holding company working to create a world-class pan-African group of financial institutions that contribute to economic growth and financial inclusion in Africa. The group has established strategic partnerships with various global financial institutions to drive its growth strategy, focusing on MSMEs (SME banking, lease financing, factoring, meso-financing, women’s banking, etc.), trade and supply chain financing, corporate banking, and bancassurance services.
Through these partnerships, Vista Group also aims to enhance profitability, reduce operational costs, and mitigate risks. The group remains focused on maximizing opportunities in its respective markets to become the financial institution of choice through its innovative banking and insurance products.
