Standard Group PLC has appointed Mr. Chaacha Mwita as the substantive Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company, effective April 1, 2026.
The appointment follows Mr. Mwita’s service as the company’s acting CEO since July 2025, a period which he demonstrated strategic leadership and operational stability.
“Following a comprehensive evaluation of his performance and a structured appointment process, the Board is satisfied that Mr. Mwita has demonstrated the requisite leadership capability, experience, and integrity to assume the role on a substantive basis,” said Standard Group in a statement.
Standard Group Announces New Company Secretary
Meanwhile, the listed media firm has also appointed Ms. Catherine Kawira Bariu as the Company Secretary, following the resignation of Ms. Millicent Ngetich. Ms. Bariu, a Certified Secretary and Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, has over 10 years of experience in driving organizational compliance, corporate governance, and legal affairs.
Her appointment takes effect on April 1, 2026.
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