Category: Corporate Governance

The Top 20 C-Suite Leaders Shaping the Future of Business in 2027

November 7, 2026

“Working for UBA has expanded the way I see both Africa and the role of communications,” Catherine says. “You quickly realise that there is no single African audience. Every market has its own nuances, but there are also powerful aspirations that connect us. The discipline is in protecting what the brand stands for while finding the cultural and commercial relevance that makes it meaningful in each market.”

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The Top 20 C-Suite Leaders Shaping the Future of Business in 2027

November 7, 2026

“Working for UBA has expanded the way I see both Africa and the role of communications,” Catherine says. “You quickly realise that there is no single African audience. Every market has its own nuances, but there are also powerful aspirations that connect us. The discipline is in protecting what the brand stands for while finding the cultural and commercial relevance that makes it meaningful in each market.”

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Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

He is also a strong advocate for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in an area that has become integral to Old Mutual East Africa’s operational agenda. Under his guidance, and in alignment with the group’s broader sustainability strategy, the organisation has implemented initiatives that promote financial inclusion and literacy within the communities it serves.

December 30, 2025

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

Under her leadership, Kenya’s Cabinet Office has become a model for digital governance in Africa. She oversaw the country’s first-ever paperless Cabinet meeting in 2023 and continues to champion the secure digitisation of Cabinet processes. These innovations are now being studied by other African governments seeking to strengthen coordination and accountability at the highest levels of the executive.

December 30, 2025

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

John’s demeanour, succession management and leadership style continues to inspire staff, customers, and stakeholders alike. Among his notable initiatives is the appointment of high calibre Executives and Subsidiary CEOs, freeing him to spend more quality time contemplating and modelling strategic growth opportunities across the region at Group level.

December 30, 2025

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

On affordability, “Quality comes with a price,” he acknowledges. But he also emphasizes that quality provides extraordinary value: consistency, safety, and outcomes that meet global benchmarks. Building capacity for Kenya and the larger East Africa region, is one strategic pillar that defines Rashid Khalani’s leadership. The CEO firmly believes that world-class hospitals are not built primarily on infrastructure, but on people.

December 30, 2025

Top 25 Kenya CEOs Impacting Sub-Saharan Economies 2026

One of Ndegwa’s most noteworthy achievements has been leading Safaricom PLC’s successful expansion into Ethiopia in 2022, marking a historic step for the company as it ventured into one of Africa’s largest untapped telco markets.

December 30, 2025

Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025

At Absa, sustainability begins with people. It is a mindset embedded in the organization hires, leads, and grows together. Mumbi has been instrumental in aligning the bank’s people strategy with its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments, advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For her, building a future-fit organization depends on inclusive talent, ethical leadership, and a culture agile enough to adapt to a fast-changing world.

November 4, 2025

Top 25 Changemakers in People and Culture Space 2025

With the rise of artificial intelligence AI, Kezie foresees HR evolving into a more data-driven, predictive, and personalized discipline. She is actively preparing for this shift by upskilling in AI-powered talent analytics and workforce planning tools to enhance decision-making accuracy and employee experience customization.

November 4, 2025