The Standard Group has appointed Chaacha Mwita as Acting Group Chief Executive Officer effective July 1, 2025, following the exit of Ms Marion Gathoga-Mwangi.

Mr Mwita has also been appointed as an Executive Director to the Board.

In a notice from the Board, Company Secretary Millicent Ngetich said the appointment of Mr Mwita comes as a result of Ms Gathoga-Mwangi's resignation on June 30.

Ms  Gathoga-Mwangi has been the Group CEO since July 15, 2024. "Ms Gathoga exits to pursue other career interests.