Airtel Kenya has appointed Djibril Tobe as its new managing director, taking over from Ashish Malhotra, who is departing the company. The appointment reflects a leadership change within the organization as it continues to navigate the telecommunications market.

The National Infrastructure Fund Board has appointed James Mworia as the institution's founding Chief Executive Officer, according to Business Today. The Board announced the appointment on Monday, September 7, stating that Mworia secured the position through a competitive recruitment process. He is tasked with building the new State-backed fund from the ground up. The appointment took effect immediately, marking a key step in establishing the fund's leadership structure as it begins operations.

MTN Group has appointed Jerry Soko as the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Eswatini, effective July 1. This move is part of the company's strategy to strengthen its leadership as it aims for long-term growth. Soko previously served as acting CEO for seven months, during which he contributed to the company's operations.

MTN Nigeria has appointed Bukola Ajayi as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO). Ajayi, a long-serving technology executive, will take on this leadership role to enhance the company's technological strategies and operations.

Francis Mwangi Wokabi has been appointed as the Head of IT and Projects at Commercial International Bank – Kenya (CIB), according to CIO Africa. The appointment places Mwangi in charge of the bank's information technology operations and project delivery. Further details about his background, previous roles, or the date he assumes the position were not provided in the available report. The move comes as CIB Kenya continues to develop its presence in the Kenyan banking sector.

A commentary published by CIO Africa argues that Africa's technology ambitions are not the obstacle to the continent's digital progress, but rather its leadership. The piece notes that Nairobi has hosted a sitting United States president, a Pope, and, earlier this year, more than thirty African leaders, using the city's prominence to frame its argument about governance and the tech sector.