Mary Wangari Wamae, a prominent figure in Kenya’s banking industry, has retired from Equity Group Holdings Plc after a distinguished twenty-year career. Beginning in 2004 as Head of Legal, Wamae ascended through various pivotal roles, including Company Secretary, Head of Investor Relations, and Director of Strategy. Her tenure culminated in her appointment as the first-ever Group Executive Director in 2017, overseeing Equity Group’s regional subsidiaries and serving on multiple boards.
Throughout her career, Wamae garnered acclaim for her commitment to innovation and social impact initiatives. She received the 2021 Angaza Award for Women to Watch in Banking & Finance and was honored as the overall winner of the 2021 Women on Board Award. Additionally, she was recognized as the Private Sector Lawyer of the Year in 2023 for her legal advocacy spanning 33 years.
Under Wamae’s leadership, Equity Group expanded its footprint and diversified its services, including a recent foray into the health insurance market. Prof. Isaac Macharia, Group Chairman of Equity Group Holdings Plc, expressed gratitude for Wamae’s dedication and guidance, emphasizing her pivotal role in the company’s growth and success. Her retirement marks the conclusion of a significant chapter in Equity Group’s history, leaving a profound legacy of leadership and achievement in the financial sector.
