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The Board of Directors of Unga Group Plc has announced changes in the Company’s leadership structure.
In a notice on August 4, the Board announced that Kinya Kimotho has been appointed as an independent Non-Executive Director of the Company, effective August 1, 2025.
The Board welcomes and congratulates Ms. Kinya Kimotho on her appointment and looks forward to her valuable contributions to the Company.
Unga Group also announced the retirement of Vitalis Ondeke Ojode from his role as a Non-Executive Director of Unga Group Plc, effective August 2025.
The Board described Kinya as a seasoned finance executive and qualified accountant with over 20 years of experience in financial leadership, strategic planning, corporate governance, and business transformation across multinational organisations.
She previously held senior leadership roles throughout her career at Diageo-East African Breweries (EABL), Nielsen Africa, and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK).
“In these roles, she has played a pivotal role in driving financial performance, strengthening governance frameworks, and optimising business operations across Africa and Europe,” the Board said.
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Kinya Kimotho Education
Kinya holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Business and Managerial Economics from Kenyatta University.
She is a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and the Institute of Directors.
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Vitalis Ojode Retirement
Ojode’s retirement marks the conclusion of his distinguished 22-year tenure as a Director of the Company.
According to the Board, Ojode has played a pivotal role in strengthening the Group’s financial governance and has been a long-serving member of the Audit and Risk Committee.
The Board thanked him for his contributions and leadership and wished him success in the future.
“The Board extends its sincere gratitude to him for his unwavering commitment and exemplary leadership throughout his tenure. We wish him continued success in all his future endeavours,” reads part of the notice.
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