Home News ABSA Group Deputy CEO Peter Matlare Dies Of Covid-19. News ABSA Group Deputy CEO Peter Matlare Dies Of Covid-19. By Nandipha - March 8, 2021 Advertisement Absa Group deputy CEO Peter Matlare died of complications related to Covid-19 on Sunday. His family confirmed the news in a statement issued by Absa. He was passionate about transforming businesses, and believed deeply in the potential of Africa. He also created opportunities for dozens of young managers and professionals to expand their horizons in the businesses he led. Matlare, who was also the CEO of Absa’s regional operations, was appointed in that position in August 2016 and was an executive director on the board. Advertisement Tributes for Matlare poured in on social media on Sunday evening. Related Advertisement RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR SAD: Johannesburg Mayor Mpho Moerane Has Passed Away Penny Lebyane Under Fire for Supporting Nathi Mthethwa’s R22 Million Flag Stellenbosch University Student Who Was Ur_inated on Opens Charges Jacob Zuma Expected Back in Court Today Deputy Arts and Culture Minister Visits Fraser Family Stellenbosch University Suspended Student for Racism