Author: Khusoko

Rosalyn Mugoh has been appointed the new Managing Director of Heritage Insurance Company Kenya Limited by Liberty Kenya Holdings. She assumes the position immediately, following the completion of all regulatory approvals. With over 14 years of executive experience in the insurance and financial services sectors, Mugoh brings expertise in commercial management, strategic business development, and client relations. “Her leadership is marked by a proven ability to drive organizational growth, establish impactful partnerships, and enhance customer satisfaction,” said Liberty Kenya Holdings. Before joining Heritage, Mugoh was the Managing Director and Head of the Commercial Executive Committee at Zamara Kenya. She has…

Radisson Hotel Group has promoted Sandra Kneubuhler to the position of Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa. With a proven track record in the hospitality industry, Kneubuhler will oversee the group’s operations across English-speaking African countries. Kneubuhler brings over two decades of experience to this role, having previously served as the Country Director of Sales and District Director for South Africa. She successfully led the development of the South African Cluster Sales Team, driving significant growth in the corporate segment. In her new role, Kneubuhler will focus on: Expanding the Group’s footprint: Radisson Hotel Group aims to reach 150 hotels in…

According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), over 2.7 million workers die each year as a result of work-related accidents and diseases. This translates to a daily count of nearly 7,400 workers per day. The ILO also estimates that 395 million workers worldwide sustained non-fatal work injuries as of November 2023. These staggering statistics underscore the ongoing challenges in ensuring safe and healthy working environments worldwide.  In Kenya, 4,357 workers were involved in accidents at various workplaces between 1 July 2023 and 1 May 2024, according to the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services. Out of these, 118 were…

Murali Natarajan, a seasoned banker from India, has been appointed as the Managing Director and CEO of Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Kenya. This appointment, following regulatory approval, is part of DTB’s strategic reorganization aimed at driving regional growth. Natarajan, formerly the MD and CEO of DCB Bank India, succeeds Nasim Devji, who will now focus on group-level responsibilities. Devji will continue as Group CEO, overseeing DTB’s operations in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Burundi, while leading initiatives in IT, corporate governance, risk, and compliance. “As part of our regional business growth plans, we welcome Mr Natarajan, a seasoned commercial banker with…

Gladys Koech secured a hard-fought victory in the women’s 21km race at the 21st edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon on Sunday. Koech clinched the top spot with a time of 1:12:10, edging out Esther Chemutai (1:12:12) and Mary Jerotich (1:13:59) who claimed second and third place, respectively. The 28-year-old expressed her gratitude for the win, attributing it to her unwavering faith and dedication. “I prayed to God before the race, asking for His blessing. I’ve worked tirelessly, and this victory fills me with immense joy,” Koech stated. This win marked a significant turnaround for Koech, who had a…

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