A CEO's perspective on the tax, Innovation, and growth in Financial Services in Kenya

CDH Kenya Tax and Exchange Control Partner, Alex Kanyi, sat down with Kariuki Ngari, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank Kenya and Africa, for an engaging and thought-provoking episode that explores the intersection of taxation, finance, and growth in Kenya and across Africa.

7 Aug 2025 Podcast
A CEO's perspective on the tax, Innovation, and growth in Financial Services in Kenya

A CEO's perspective on the tax, Innovation, and growth in Financial Services in Kenya

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A CEO's perspective on the tax, Innovation, and growth in Financial Services in Kenya

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In this dynamic conversation, Kariuki offers a rare executive perspective from the helm of one of the country’s leading financial institutions. Drawing from his regional oversight across African markets, Kariuki unpacks key differences in tax environments, shares how taxation can become a catalyst for innovation, and discusses the critical policy shifts that could unlock greater financial sector development.

From the biggest tax-related hurdles facing banks on the continent to how institutions are adapting, this episode provides strategic insight into the realities and opportunities of taxation in the financial services sector. Whether you're a policymaker, investor, or business eyeing Kenya as your next destination, this podcast is both candid and invaluable.

More than just a conversation about finance, this episode explores how smart tax policy can drive progress and is a must-listen for financial professionals, tax strategists, and anyone invested in Africa’s economic future.

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