Former Cabinet Secretary for Health, James Macharia, has been appointed the new Chairman of Sidian Bank, succeeding James Mworia, who will remain on the board. This appointment follows Macharia's extensive career in finance and public service.

• James Macharia previously served in various ministerial roles, including Cabinet Secretary for Health and Transport, Infrastructure, Housing, and Public Works.
• He previously held the position of Group Managing Director at NIC Bank, leading its expansion.
• Sidian Bank also announced the appointment of two new board members: Prof. Paul Gachanja and Apollo Ong’ara.