NCBA Group Managing Director John Gachora has announced the appointment of Muhoho Kenyatta to the bank’s Board of Directors.
In a statement on Wednesday, November 26, the lender confirmed that Kenyatta will serve as a Non-Executive Director beginning December 1, 2025.
"The Board of Directors of NCBA Group PLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Muhoho Kenyatta as a Non-Executive Director, effective December, 1, 2025," the statement read.
Gachora went on to highlight Kenyatta’s long career across multiple sectors across East Africa.
"Kenyatta is an accomplished business executive with over 35 years of experience in leading and developing businesses across East Africa, spanning diverse sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, insurance, and banking," the statement added.
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Gachora added that Kenyatta has played key roles in various national and industry bodies, including the Kenya Association of Manufacturers, over the years.
"He has previously served on the boards of several national and industry development organisations, including the Kenya Association of Manufacturers, Kenya Private Sector Alliance, Kenya Dairy Board, Kenya Dairy Processors' Association, Kenya Shippers Council, and Kenya Sisal Board, among others. He brings to the NCBA Group Board a strong track record in business leadership, governance, and strategic growth," the statement further read.
Gachora also pointed out that Kenyatta is not new to the bank’s ecosystem, noting that he has served under different capacities over the years.
"Kenyatta has previously served as Deputy Chairman of one of the predecessor institutions of NCBA between 2000 and 2019, and as a director of NCBA Bank Uganda. He continues to support the Group's growth in its digital strategy as a member of the Board of LOOP DFS Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of NCBA Group PLC," the statement added.
Gachora further outlined Kenyatta's academic background, noting that he holds a degree from Williams College, Massachusetts, USA, and a certification jointly offered by IESE Business School, University of Navarra (Spain) and Strathmore University Business School.
"Kenyatta holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree in Economics and Political Science from Williams College, Massachusetts, USA, and a Pan-African Advanced Management Program Certification jointly offered by IESE Business School, University of Navarra (Spain) and Strathmore University Business School. He also holds several executive leadership and corporate governance certifications," the statement concluded.
Earlier this year, NCBA Group announced the appointment of James Gossip as the new Managing Director of NCBA Bank.
In a statement on Wednesday, May 21, NCBA Group Company Secretary Kathryne Maundu said Gossip’s appointment took effect on May 12, 2025.
"The NCBA Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. James M. Gossip as Managing Director (Executive) of NCBA Bank Kenya PLC, effective 12th May 2025. This appointment follows the receipt of all requisite regulatory approvals and aligns with the strategic realignment of the Bank’s Board composition announced in 2024," read part of the statement.
Maundu also noted that the appointment of Gossip marks a significant step in advancing the Bank’s long-term growth agenda by reinforcing its commitment to strong, independent leadership and sound governance structures.
Gossip is a seasoned international banking executive with over 30 years of experience in senior leadership roles across Europe, Asia, and North America.
"He has served in C-suite, Executive Committee, and Board positions within major financial institutions, and brings a proven track record in leading organisational transformation, operational management, and the establishment of novel market operations and controls," Maundu stated.
Before joining NCBA, Gossip held several senior positions at HSBC, most recently serving as Managing Director of the Belt & Road Initiative and Business Corridors, Asia Pacific, at HSBC Global Services Limited in Hong Kong.
He led regional growth strategies to unlock cross-border trade and investment flows within Asia and connecting Asia to international markets.
Gossip holds a BA (Hons) in Economics & Accountancy from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, and is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers (UK) and the Securities & Futures Association (UK).
