Absa Bank Kenya Appoints Dr. Catherine Adeya as Independent Director

Absa Bank Kenya PLC has appointed Catherine Adeya as an independent non-executive director, with the new board role taking effect on June 25, 2026.

The bank said the appointment was part of its continued effort to strengthen board oversight as the financial sector faces rapid changes driven by technology, regulation, and evolving customer needs.

“The Board of Directors of Absa Bank Kenya PLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Catherine Adeya (PhD, CDir.) as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective 25 June 2026,” the lender said.

Adeya joins the Absa board with more than 20 years of experience in governance, technology, and development, having worked across academia, civil society, government-related institutions, and the private sector.

“Dr. Adeya is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in governance, technology, and development. She has rich experience across academia, civil society, and the public and private sectors,” the bank said.

Her professional background includes leadership positions at the World Wide Web Foundation, iLabAfrica at Strathmore University, and the Konza Technopolis Development Authority.

“The bank will benefit from her extensive experience as it navigates an increasingly dynamic and complex financial landscape,” Absa stated.

Board Experience and Previous Roles

Catherine Adeya currently serves as an independent non-executive director at Old Mutual East Africa Holdings and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN).

“She also serves on the advisory board of the East Africa Infrastructure Platform (EAIP),” the statement said.

She previously served as an independent non-executive director at the Kenya ICT Board, now the ICT Authority of Kenya, and Standard Chartered Bank Kenya.

“Dr. Adeya is a Chartered Director of the UK Institute of Directors (IoD),” Absa added.

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Academic Background and Leadership Focus

The bank said Adeya holds a PhD in Information and Development from the University of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom and a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Sciences from Moi University.

Her additional professional training includes company direction qualifications from the UK Institute of Directors and executive programs in leadership, cybersecurity, and strategy.

“Her other governance certifications include the UK Institute of Directors’ Certificate in Company Direction and Diploma in Company Direction,” the statement said.

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Absa Bank Kenya Chairman Mohammed Nyaoga welcomed the appointment, saying the board looked forward to Adeya’s contribution.

“The Board extends a warm welcome to Dr. Adeya and looks forward to her strategic insight and leadership as Absa Bank Kenya PLC continues to fulfill its purpose,” Nyaoga said.

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A press release by Absa Bank Kenya PLC on the appointment of Dr. Catherine Adeya as an independent non-executive director, with the new board role taking effect on June 25, 2026. PHOTO/ Absa