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

Before joining Safaricom PLC, he held leadership positions in global technology companies, including Google, where he worked on public policy and government relations across Africa. Steve is a purpose driven leader who is passionate about connecting people, communities and opportunities.

November 6, 2026

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

The profile of today’s managing director has evolved. Boards increasingly seek executives who understand people, policy, regulation, sustainability, risk management and corporate reputation alongside financial and operational performance. Dr. Wasike’s career reflects these evolving expectations.

November 6, 2026

Publisher’s Note: The Top 20 C-Suite Leaders Shaping the Future of Business in 2027

The modern C-suite is therefore less about individual titles and more about the collective ability of leaders to make sound decisions in an environment defined by uncertainty, competition and rapid change. Our Top 20 should consequently be read not simply as a collection of prominent corporate personalities, but as a snapshot of the different forms of executive leadership that are influencing business today.

November 5, 2026

Top 20 Most Impactful Corporate Foundations Transforming Lives 2026

If there is one programme that captures its purpose, it is Inuka. The name means “rise up,” and for hundreds of young Kenyans living with disabilities, that is exactly what the scholarship has made possible.
Every year since 2016, the Foundation has sponsored one girl and one boy with disabilities from each of Kenya’s 47 counties. The scholarship recognises a reality that often receives too little attention.

August 30, 2026

Top 20 Most Impactful Corporate Foundations Transforming Lives 2026

Beyond employment, Bata Shoe Kenya invests significantly in employee development through continuous training, leadership development and career progression. By building local skills and nurturing talent, the company contributes to Kenya’s human capital development while strengthening the country’s manufacturing sector.

August 30, 2026

Top 20 Most Impactful Corporate Foundations Transforming Lives 2026

Patrick Nyaga, CIC Group’s Managing Director and CEO, stated at the Sustainability Report unveiling that the group’s principles and business strategy are inextricably intertwined. He emphasized that CIC’s sustainability efforts are based on cooperative values, and that the organization’s solutions are intended to address emerging concerns such as climate change while remaining accessible to a wide range of audiences, including cooperatives and marginalized communities.

August 30, 2026

Top 20 Most Impactful Corporate Foundations Transforming Lives 2026

Along Kenya’s coastline, mangrove restoration has become a cornerstone of the programme. Working in partnership with the Kenya Forest Service, Community Forest Associations and local implementation partners, DTB is supporting the restoration of degraded coastal ecosystems that protect shorelines, capture carbon, support marine biodiversity and strengthen climate resilience.

August 30, 2026

Top 20 Most Impactful Corporate Foundations Transforming Lives 2026

The Paediatric Cardiac Programme expands access to life-saving diagnosis, surgery and post-operative care for vulnerable children while strengthening Kenya’s capacity to deliver highly specialised cardiac services locally. Working with clinical experts, donors and strategic partners, the programme supports early diagnosis, complex cardiac surgery and long-term follow-up care, reducing dependence on treatment abroad while building sustainable national expertise.

August 30, 2026

Top 20 Most Impactful Corporate Foundations Transforming Lives 2026

Creating lasting change begins by removing these barriers.This is the purpose of Jubilee Children’s Fund, a social investment arm by Jubilee Group. Jointly funded by the Company and its employees, the Fund is committed to expanding access to education and healthcare for children from disadvantaged backgrounds, creating opportunities for them to thrive while contributing to stronger families and more inclusive communities.

August 28, 2026