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Peter Ndegwa
Chief Executive Officer at Safaricom PLC
Peter Ndegwa is the CEO of Safaricom PLC, a leading communications company in Africa known for its innovative mobile payment system, M-PESA.
With over 25 years of experience in General Management, Commercial and Business Strategy, Sales, and Finance Operations, Peter has a strong background in the Financial Services and FMCG sectors in Africa and Europe.
He holds an MBA from the London Business School, a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Nairobi, and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Prior to Safaricom, Peter managed Diageo PLC operations in various regions, served as CEO in Guinness Nigeria PLC and Guinness Breweries PLC, and held senior roles at East Africa Breweries Limited.
During his tenure at EABL, the business value doubled, and the company won the Most Respected Business Award in East Africa for five consecutive years.
Peter is known for his customer-centric approach, investment in talent, and commitment to achieving results.
He developed successful strategies such as the affordable-beer strategy at EABL, introducing brands like Senator beer.
Peter's career began at PwC, where he worked for 11 years and honed his financial expertise.
His values and inspirations stem from his upbringing, teachers, and mentors, including the late Dr. Geoffrey Griffin, founder of Starehe Boys Centre.
Peter Ndegwa's leadership and strategic acumen have contributed significantly to the success of the organizations he has been a part of.
