Basel will retain his portfolio in respect of Hospitality and Events.

The move follows the resignation of Racing Executive, Patrick Davis, to pursue a career in the United Kingdom.

Clyde Basel.

Phumelela also announced that Group Chief Operating Officer, Andreas Heide, will assume responsibility for Public Relations and this portfolio will be handed over to Heide during the course of August.

Rian du Plessis, CEO Phumelela Gaming said: “I would like to take this opportunity to thank Patrick Davis for his valued and loyal service to the Group and wish him well in his new career in the United Kingdom.

“I also wish to congratulate Clyde and Andreas on their amended and added responsibilities and wish them well with their new challenges”.