Safaricom Appoints Edward Okaro as Independent Non-Executive Director

Safaricom PLC has announced the appointment of Edward Okaro as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective January 15, 2025.

With over 30 years of expertise in financial management, auditing, and strategic risk management, Mr. Okaro brings a wealth of experience to the board. He previously served at Ernst & Young for 26 years, advancing to the roles of Director and Partner within its Africa Risk Services division.

Mr. Okaro holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Manchester Business School and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Nairobi. He is a Fellow Certified Public Accountant (FCPA) under the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and a member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).