KCB Group has announced the appointment of Joseph Kinyuasto to its board of Directors upon approval by regulatory authorities effective March,24.

The former Head of Public Service has had a distinguished career spanning over 44 years in public service.

The deregulation of the banking industry, the foreign exchange market, and the trade and capital accounts of the balance of payments are just a few of the important government initiatives and reforms that he helped put into action. He has a lot of expertise in public administration.

Dr Kinyua held a number of high-ranking roles in the government, including Permanent Secretary to the National Treasury, before being named Head of Public Service in 2013.

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In 1978, he started his career as an assistant lecturer at the University of Nairobi. He later worked as an economist at the Central Bank of Kenya, where he eventually attained the title of director of research.

The addition of Dr Kinyua to the KCB Group Board of Directors is an important turning point for the financial institution.

He is anticipated to offer the board invaluable views and perspectives because to his extensive expertise in public administration and familiarity with the Kenyan financial system.

KCB Group Chairman, Andrew Wambari, expressed his pleasure in welcoming Dr Kinyua to the board, noting that his experience and expertise would be instrumental in guiding the institution’s strategic direction.

“Dr. Kinyua brings a wealth of experience and knowledge that will be invaluable to the board as we seek to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape in Kenya and the region,” he said.

Dr Kinyua's appointment comes as KCB Group is strengthening its position as the region's top financial institution.

 The organisation has made large investments in innovation and technology, with an emphasis on offering digital solutions that satisfy the changing demands of its clients.