Geoffrey Njuguna named Managing Director of Interswitch Kenya

Geoffrey assumes the role after serving as Regional Chief Financial Officer, where he played a pivotal role in strengthening the company’s financial stewardship, supporting strategic growth initiatives, and driving operational excellence across the business.

According to Interswitch, Njuguna's appointment underscores its commitment to cultivating strong internal leadership while positioning the business for its next phase of growth in one of Africa’s most dynamic digital economies.

Commenting on the appointment, Mitchell Elegbe, Group Chief Executive Officer of Interswitch Group, said:

“Geoffrey’s deep understanding of our business, proven leadership, and unwavering commitment to our values position him exceptionally well to lead our Kenya business into its next phase of growth.”

As managing director, Njuguna will oversee Interswitch Kenya’s strategic direction, deepen customer and partner relationships, accelerate innovation, and support the company’s mission of delivering secure, seamless, and inclusive digital payment solutions across the country.

His leadership comes at a time when Kenya’s digital payments landscape continues to evolve rapidly, presenting new opportunities to expand financial inclusion, strengthen partnerships, and deliver greater value to businesses and consumers alike.

"Together with our talented team, I look forward to building on Interswitch’s strong foundation, deepening our impact in Kenya’s payments ecosystem, and delivering innovative solutions that create lasting value for our customers and partners," Njuguna said on his appointment.