Cobus Groenewoud

Regional CEO - Africa and Risk Management

Appointed: April 2024

Skills and experience: Cobus joined G4S in 2016. His roles included Finance Director for Africa, Middle East and Risk Management and Commercial Director for Africa before being appointed as CEO Africa and Risk Management in April 2024. Cobus is a Chartered Accountant.

Prior to joining G4S, Cobus worked in professional services and investment banking, and has held various executive finance and commercial roles in pay-television based in South Africa, The Netherlands, Mauritius and The United Arab Emirates. He brings a wealth of experience operating across multiple countries in Africa.

About G4S, An Allied Universal® Company

In 2021, G4S, a London-based global security company, was acquired by Allied Universal®, a leading security and facility services company that provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions. This acquisition expands Allied Universal’s footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. Through the company’s vast network of approximately 800,000 employees, we leverage global best practices in communities all over the world. With revenues of approximately $20 billion, we are supported by efficient processes and systems that can only come with scale to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. We believe there is no greater purpose than serving and safeguarding customers, communities, and people in today’s world. Allied Universal is There for you™.