HF Group Appoints New Chairman and Director

HF Group Plc has announced key leadership changes within its board and subsidiary, HFC Limited, in a move aimed at strengthening governance and deepening banking expertise.

HF Group confirmed the appointment of Elizabeth Gitau as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective March 13, 2026.

In a statement, the board expressed confidence in her capabilities, noting her extensive experience in human resource management across corporate and consultancy environments.

“Ms. Gitau is a highly experienced and versatile human resource management professional… with a distinguished track record,” the company stated.

Extensive HR and Leadership Experience

Gitau brings extensive regional and global experience, having worked in Kenya, Uganda, and South Africa.

She has also held leadership roles in internationally recognized organisations such as Unilever and KPMG.

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Her expertise spans:

• HR transformation and strategy
• Diversity and inclusion
• Modern workforce models, including agile working

The board highlighted her ability to leverage human resources as a strategic driver of business growth and sustainability.

Strong Governance Background

Beyond corporate leadership, Gitau has served in governance and advisory roles, including:

• Trustee and Committee Chair at Union East Africa Pension Trust
• Advisory Board Member at Young Engineers Kenya
• Founding Chair of the Reward Management Professionals of Kenya (RMPK)

She holds an MSc in Human Resource Management from the University of Leicester and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K).

HFC Limited Appoints New Chairman

HF Group’s subsidiary, HFC Limited, also announced the appointment of Samuel Mwangi Makome as Chairman, following approval from the Central Bank of Kenya.

“Makome is a seasoned career banker, bringing over three decades of experience… excelling in strategic leadership, business development, operations and risk management,” the company said.

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Veteran Banker with Global Experience

Makome brings more than 30 years of experience in the financial services sector, having held senior roles in major institutions, including:

• KCB Group
• Standard Chartered
• Equity Group

He has over 15 years of executive management and board-level experience across Africa and international markets.

Academic and Professional Credentials

Makome holds:

• A Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Daystar University
• A Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Nairobi
• Associate membership with the Chartered Institute of Bankers (UK)

The appointments come as HF Group continues to reposition itself as a fully-fledged commercial banking group, moving beyond its traditional mortgage focus.

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HF Group appoints Elizabeth Gitau as Independent Director and Samuel Mwangi Makome as new Chairman
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