SharesVisa has appointed Anne Kinuthia-Otieno as its new Vice President and Head of East Africa, effective August 4, 2026. Her mandate focuses on accelerating digital payment adoption, deepening key client and partner relationships, and driving financial inclusion initiatives across East Africa. Kinuthia-Otieno brings more than two decades of executive experience across banking, telecommunications, and digital financial services. East Africa remains one of the fastest-growing mobile money and digital commerce markets globally, offering a high-growth backdrop for Visa’s regional push. “East Africa is one of the most dynamic and innovative payments markets in the world, with tremendous opportunities to advance financial inclusion and digital commerce,” Kinuthia-Otieno said.