Stanbic Bank Kenya has appointed Michael Mutiga as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2026.The Board of Directors highlighted his extensive experience spanning over two decades in banking, telecommunications, and digital financial services.Mutiga previously served as Safaricom's Chief Business Development and Strategy Officer and had a successful career at Citi and Barclays.

His appointment follows Abraham Ongenge's return to his role as Head of Private and Personal Banking after leading the bank as Acting CEO since March 2026.The Board expressed confidence in Mutiga's ability to drive growth through strategic execution and business transformation.This move underscores Stanbic Bank Kenya's focus on strengthening its leadership team amid evolving market dynamics.