Maria Ramos Biography
Maria Ramos is a South African businesswoman, banker, and corporate executive who was born in Lisbon, Portugal, and brought up in Vereeniging, south of Johannesburg, South Africa. She is widely known as the chairperson of AngloGold Ashanti since 2020. Previously, she was a chief executive officer (CEO) of Absa Group Limited since March 2009. Prior, she served as the CEO of Transnet.
10 Quick Facts About Maria Ramos
- Name: Maria Ramos
- Age: 64 Years (As of 2023)
- Birthday: 22 February
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Height: Average
- Nationality: South African
- Occupation: Businesswoman, Banker, and Corporate Executive
- Marital Status: Married
- Salary: Under Review
- Net worth: $2 Million
Maria Ramos Age
Ramos is 64 years old as of 2023, she was born on 22 February 1959, in Lisbon, Portugal. She celebrates her birthday on 22 February every year and her birth sign is Pisces.
Maria Ramos Height
Ramos stands at an average height. She appears to be quite tall in stature if her photos, relative to her surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding her actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.
Maria Ramos Education
Ramos graduated with an Institute of Bankers’ Diploma (CAIB) in 1983. She attended the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) where she graduated in 1986 with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, and 1987 with a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Economics. Later, she enrolled at the University of London where she earned a Master of Science degree in Economics in 1992.
Maria Ramos Family
Ramos was born to her parents in Portugal. She spent her childhood with her three younger sibling sisters in South Africa. Our efforts to find out more about her family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Maria’s parents and siblings is still unclear. We will update this section once this information is available.
Maria Ramos Husband
Ramos is currently married to her husband Trevor Manuel, a South African politician. The couple tied the knot in 2008.
Maria Ramos Net Worth
Ramos has an estimated net worth of $2 million dollars as of 2023. This includes her assets, money and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a businesswoman, banker, and corporate executive. Through her various sources of income, Maria has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Maria Ramos Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Maria.
Maria Ramos Wiki
- Full Names: Maria Ramos
- Popular As: Maria
- Gender: Female
- Occupation / Profession: Businesswoman, Banker, and Corporate Executive
- Nationality: South African
- Race / Ethnicity: Portuguese
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight or Gay
Maria Ramos Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 64 years (2023)
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Date of Birth: 22 February 195
- Place of Birth: Lisbon, Portugal
- Birthday: 22 February
Maria Ramos Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: Average
- Weight: Moderate
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Blonde
- Shoe Size: Not Available
Maria Ramos Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not Known
- Mother: Not Known
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Three (3)
- Marital Status: Married
- Husband/Spouse: Married to Trevor Manuel
- Dating / Boyfriend: Not Applicable
- Children: Sons (Not Known) Daughter(s) (Not Known)
Maria Ramos Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $2 Million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Businesswoman, Banker, and Corporate Executive
Maria Ramos Career
- 2009 – Present: Chief Executive Officer at Barclays Africa Group Limited.
- Chief Executive Officer of Absa Bank Limited.
- 2011: Independent Non-Executive Director at Sabmiller PLC, South Africa.
- 2007 – 2009: Independent Non-Executive Director at REMGRO Ltd.
- 2004 – 2008: Independent Director at SANLAM Ltd
- 2004 – 2009: Group Chief Executive Officer at Transnet Limited
- 1996 – 2003: Director-General of the National Treasury.
- 1996 – 2003: Director-General of Finance, Government of South Africa.
- 1994 – 1995: Research Officer at London School of Economics, South Africa.
- 1994 – 1995: Research Officer at Centre for Research into Economics and Finance, London School of Economics and Political Science.
- 1992 – 1993: Project Leader of Inflation Project, ANC, Macro Economic Research Group.
- 1991 – 1994: Lecturer of Economics at the University of the Witwatersrand.
- 1990 – 1994: Economist at the Department of Economic Planning, African National Congress.
- 1990 – 1994: Research Associate at the Centre for Study of South African Economics and International Finance, London School of Economics and Political Science.
- 1989 – 1991: Lecturer of Economics at the University of South Africa.
- 1989 – 1990: Co-ordinator at the Centre for Development studies.
Maria Ramos Awards and Honors
- She is a recipient of honorary doctorates from the Stellenbosch and Free State universities.
- She has successively been ranked in Fortune magazine’s annual survey of the 50 most powerful women in business for a number of years running, having most recently been ranked 11th in the EMEA Region for 2015.
- In 2011 she was named CNBC Africa Woman Leader of the Year.
- In 2010 she was awarded the Wits Business School’s Management Excellence Award.
- In 20o5 she was named the Sunday Times Business Times Business Leader of the Year.
- In 2001 she was named the Businesswoman of the Year by the SA Businesswomen’s Association.
- 1991: British Council Scholarship: Helen Suzman Award.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maria Ramos
Maria is an accomplished businesswoman, banker and corporate executive who currently serves as the chairperson of AngloGold Ashanti since 2020.
Maria is a South African national born on 22nd February 1959, in Lisbon, Portugal.
Maria stands at an average height, she has not shared her height with the public. Her height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.
Yes, Maria is currently married to Trevor Manuel, a South African politician. The couple tied the knot in 2008 and they resides in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Maria has an approximate net worth of $2 million. This amount has been accrued from her leading roles in the business industry.
Details about Maria’s salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much she makes will be updated as soon as it is available.
Maria is a resident of Johannesburg, South Africa, we shall upload pictures of her house as soon as we have them.
Maria is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.
Maria is the chairperson of AngloGold Ashanti, a position she held since 2020.
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