Safaricom has announced the appointment of Edward Okaro as an independent non-executive director, effective January 15, 2025.
In a statement, the company highlighted Okaro’s extensive experience spanning over 30 years in financial management, audit, and strategic risk management.
“Mr. Okaro is an audit professional with over thirty (30) years’ experience in financial management, audit, and strategic risk management. Mr. Okaro previously worked with Ernst & Young for twenty-six (26) years, rising to the position of director and subsequently partner in Ernst & Young Africa Risk Services,” the notice stated.
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Okaro is also a Fellow Certified Public Accountant (FCPA) with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and a member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).
The appointment of Okaro follows the addition of James Ludlow to the board in August 2024. Ludlow succeeded Francesco Bianco, who exited the board on August 1, 2024.
Safaricom PLC’s Board expressed confidence in Okaro’s expertise, emphasizing his valuable contribution to strengthening the company’s governance and strategic direction.
