The Safaricom PLC Board has appointed Edward Okaro as an independent non-executive director.
In a notice issued on Thursday, January 16, the board stated that Okaro’s appointment took effect on January 15.
According to the notice, Okaro has more than 30 years of experience in financial management and strategic risk management, having previously worked for Ernst & Young for 26 years.
“The Board of Safaricom PLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Edward Okaro as an Independent Non-Executive Director, with effect from 15 January 2025.
“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,” read part of the notice.
Okaro holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Manchester Business School and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Nairobi.
His appointment comes months after the Safaricom Board announced the appointment of James Ludlow as a new director in the board.
