Also known as: Group CEO Peter Ndegwa · Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa · Dr. Peter Ndegwa · Dr Peter Ndegwa · Safaricom Group CEO Peter Ndegwa
Safaricom CEO leading telecommunications and AI diversification strategy across Kenya.
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… In terms of inclusion, representation of persons with disabilities increased to 4 per cent of Safaricom’s workforce, from 3.6 per cent in financial year 2025, against a five per cent target.Safaricom Chief Executive Peter Ndegwa said sustainability is embedded in the running of t …
Safaricom sustainability efforts create Sh1.25tr societal valueCitizen Digital
… nts and the club members for their support,” said Gitari.Other golfers were recognised across the tournament’s various categories, with David Ngugi taking the Past Chairman Overall Winner title and Rajesh Bhabra winning the Overall Senior category.Safaricom Group CEO Peter Ndegwa …
Impressive Gitari clinches 2026 Muthaiga Chairman’s Prize titleCitizen Digital
… Safaricom Group CEO Peter Ndegwa said the facility is intended to help small businesses manage cash flow challenges and maintain their operations without losing sales due to a lack of working capital. …
Safaricom launches Fuliza Ya Pochi to boost credit access for small businessesCitizen Digital
… Pathologists Peter Ndegwa and Rosemary Wangare Kamao found an extensive skull fracture, bleeding in and around the brain, a dislocation of the spinal column at the neck, multiple rib fractures and bruising of both lungs. …
Police officers record statements over death of woman thrown from moving vehicle in KirinyagaCitizen Digital
… We wish Shujaa and the Lionesses success as they defend their titles,” said Peter Ndegwa, Safaricom CEO. …
Safaricom powers Safari 7s experience ahead of three days of actionCitizen Digital
… Peter Ndegwa with his colleague Dr. Rosemary Wangare Kamao as well as activities and family members after conducting the autopsy on the body of Catherine Mwende Njeru on October 7, 2026. …
Woman who died after being thrown out of police vehicle was not pregnant, had fibroids: PostmortemThe Standard
… ining consensus on a workable policy environment for Islamic finance in the country including identifying and effecting the Shari'ah governance model to help in improving consistency, transparency, and investor confidence,” he said.Safaricom Plc Group Chief Executive Peter Ndegwa …
Safaricom unveils Shari'ah compliant Ziidi MMFCitizen Digital
… We are proud to see these creators use their talent to inspire, connect and shine a light on the good happening across our country,” said Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa. …
Safaricom and M-Pesa Foundations fete inaugural impact storytelling winnersCitizen Digital
… Best of all, entry is free,” said Peter Ndegwa, Safaricom CEO. “Beyond football, we have exciting customer engagements lined up across the region, including Safire Connect, Decode Café and Pata More, as we continue creating memorable experiences and giving our customers more,” he …
Chapa Dimba docks in Kisumu for Nyanza regional finalsThe Standard
… Nyokabi noted that Safaricom had already supported 106 projects across the county, investing over Sh600 million, with education receiving the largest share.She said that the latest project fulfilled a commitment made by Safaricom Chief Executive Officer Peter Ndegwa during a visi …
Eldoret Special School to get Sh51m modern infrastructureSafaricom reported creating Sh1.247 trillion in societal value during financial year 2026 through its operations, digital and financial services, infrastructure investment, and community support. The telco dismissed 118 employees in fraud cases, planted over 600,000 trees, and its M-Pesa service created an estimated Sh478.1 billion in social value.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
Safaricom reported creating Sh1.247 trillion in societal value during financial year 2026 through its operations, digital and financial services, infrastructure investment, and community support. The telco dismissed 118 employees in fraud cases, planted over 600,000 trees, and its M-Pesa service created an estimated Sh478.1 billion in social value.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
Sharon Gitari emerged as the overall winner of the 2026 Muthaiga Golf Club Chairman's Prize after a two-day tournament held October 23–24, posting a tournament differential of 22 with scores of 62 nett in Friday's Medal round and 40 Stableford points on Saturday.
25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom has launched Fuliza Ya Pochi, an overdraft facility for Pochi La Biashara merchants to access credit when their business wallets lack sufficient funds, enabling them to complete transactions, pay suppliers, and settle bills. The service targets eligible merchants who have actively used Pochi La Biashara for more than six months, with credit limits determined by business activity and repayments automatically deducted from subsequent payments.
22 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police officers implicated in the death of a 48-year-old woman allegedly thrown from a moving police vehicle in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, have recorded statements with investigators from the DCI and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority as investigations continue.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom, through M-PESA, has committed Ksh 2 million to the 2026 Safari 7s tournament taking place October 9–11 at Nyayo National Stadium. The support will enhance connectivity at the venue and enable live broadcast of the tournament.
7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A postmortem examination of 48-year-old Catherine Mwende Njeru, who died after allegedly being thrown from a moving police vehicle in Kirinyaga County, found she was not pregnant as claimed but had fibroids and sustained extensive fatal injuries.
7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom, in partnership with GulfCap Investment Bank, has unveiled Ziidi Shari'ah Money Market Fund, which was approved by the Capital Markets Authority in February 2025. The CMA is developing an overarching governance policy to guide Shari'ah-compliant investment products as Kenya sees growing interest in faith-based financial instruments.
6 October 2026 · The Standard →
Six Kenyan photographers and videographers won the inaugural Capture the Good Challenge, taking home a combined Ksh.4.5 million for stories of transformation from communities across Kenya. Winners were selected in photography and videography categories for their work on education, healthcare, and sports infrastructure.
1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisumu will host the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Nyanza Regional Finals this weekend, with 12 teams from six counties competing at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium and Mamboleo Stadium for the regional title.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom has allocated Sh51 million to construct new infrastructure at Eldoret Special School in Uasin Gishu County, including two dormitories, three vocational classrooms, and a solar-powered borehole. The investment is part of the company's partnership with the county and initiative to improve learning standards for learners with special needs.
6 September 2026 · The Standard →
Barcelona Rising Starlets will compete for their fourth regional title this weekend against Sportiff Queens of Kirinyaga in the girls' semi-final of the Chapa Dimba Central Regional Finals. Safaricom is also hosting coaches' and players' clinics covering GPS vest technology, financial literacy, mental health, and data privacy.
28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Eight teams—four boys' and four girls'—will compete for the Western Regional crown of the fifth edition of the Safaricom Chapa Dimba tournament at Masinde Muliro Stadium in Kanduyi, Bungoma on 15–16 August. Teams include Chakol Queens and Musokoto Secondary School from Busia; Vihiga Cranes and Blue Commandos from Vihiga; Terem FC and Elgon Queens from Bungoma; and Lugari Progressive and Green Buffaloes from Kakamega.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom PLC held a Pata More campaign event at Nakuru Railway Station Grounds to promote new services and offers to its more than 71.6 million customers in Kenya. CEO Peter Ndegwa said the nationwide campaign aims to deliver greater value through telecommunications and financial services, with a caravan expected to cover all 47 counties.
11 August 2026 · Capital News →
Safaricom shareholders approved a final dividend of Ksh.1.15 per share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, bringing the total annual dividend to Ksh.2.00 per share—the largest payout in the company's history. The announcement comes as Safaricom's share price rose 50.3 per cent during the year, lifting the company's market value to Ksh.1.10 trillion by March 31, 2026.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom is investing billions of shillings to embed artificial intelligence into its products and services across financial services, healthcare, content streaming, agriculture, and government payments, as part of a strategy to transition into Africa's leading AI-driven technology service provider by 2030.
30 July 2026 · The Standard →
Esther Waititu, Safaricom's Chief Financial Services Officer, has spoken publicly following her departure announcement, saying "the time feels right for a new chapter" after nearly three years leading the company's financial services business, which includes M-PESA.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The fifth edition of Safaricom Chapa Dimba begins on Saturday with grassroots matches across Western region, followed by other regions. Nationwide, 3,178 teams (2,367 boys' and 811 girls') have registered for the youth football tournament, exceeding the target of 3,000 teams.
26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A postmortem examination confirmed that a 17-year-old student who died during protests against a proposed Ebola facility in Nanyuki was killed by a gunshot wound to the head. The findings have drawn criticism from human rights activists over the government's focus on compensation while not holding police officers accountable.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A postmortem examination found that 17-year-old Sylvester Muigai Ndung'u died from a single gunshot wound to the head during protests in Nanyuki against a proposed Ebola quarantine facility. Government pathologist Dr. Peter Ndegwa said the bullet entered above the left eye, travelled through the brain and lodged at the back of the skull, with the pathologist suggesting the projectile appeared to have been fired from a pistol.
17 June 2026 · The Standard →
Safaricom's youth football tournament Chapa Dimba has opened registration for its fifth season, with a new 32-player All-Star team set to represent Kenya at the Gothia Cup in Sweden, described as the world's largest youth football tournament.
11 May 2026 · The Standard →
Safaricom has posted a record net profit of Sh99.7 billion for the financial year ending March, maintaining its position as the most profitable company listed on the Kenyan bourse and in the region.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →
Safaricom posted a record net profit of Sh99.7 billion for the financial year ending March, driven by M-Pesa growth, maintaining its position as the region's most profitable company listed on the bourse.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →
Safaricom recorded net earnings of Ksh.100 billion for the year ended March 31, 2026, with revenue hitting Ksh.414 billion, driven by customer growth, digital service adoption, and strong core product performance. Kenya service revenue grew 10% to Ksh.400.8 billion, EBIT rose 15.3% to Ksh.182.3 billion, and M-PESA generated Ksh.182.7 billion with 41 million active users.
7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Hospital director Dr Job Obwaka died of cardiac arrest, according to a postmortem examination conducted by three pathologists who all agreed on the cause of death. The family has said it is satisfied with the findings.
5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →