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Since he was appointed CEO of Absa in February 2013, he has led the lender’s seamless transition from Barclays Bank Kenya.

“I am delighted to have led Absa Kenya to great commercial milestones while making a contribution to our society over the last decade. I am optimistic that Absa will reach greater heights in the future,” Awori remarked upon leaving Absa.

Awori also served as the Kenya Bankers Association’s chairman for a year, from June 2013 to July 2014.

Before being appointed as Absa’s Chief Executive Officer, he was the CEO of Standard Chartered Tanzania from 2008 to 2013, rising from the bank’s sales director of Middle East, South Asia and Africa.…

Kenya: Jeremy Awori leaves Absa Bank after nearly 10 years
  • Absa Bank Kenya has announced the exit of its CEO Jeremy Awori after nearly ten years of service
  • Commenting on Awori’s tenure, the board credited him for outstanding leadership, service and contribution
  • Absa revealed that Awori has decided to pursue a career opportunity outside the Absa Group

Jeremy Awori, Absa Kenya’s long-serving CEO, is leaving the bank.

On September 8, 2022, the Board of Absa Bank Kenya PLC announced that Awori is leaving the company after nearly 10 years of service.

Commenting on Awori’s tenure, the board credited him for outstanding leadership, service and contribution.

Absa revealed that Awori has decided to pursue a career opportunity outside the Absa Group. As such, the CEO will be stepping down as CEO & Managing Director of Absa Bank Kenya PLC on 31 October 2022.

The board’s Chair Charles Muchene said Awori has been instrumental in driving significant growth and transformation of the …