Standard Chartered Bank Kenya has appointed Birju Sanghrajka as its new Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding Kariuki Ngari, who is retiring. This appointment, pending regulatory approvals, will take effect after Ngari's term concludes on April 16, 2026.

• Birju Sanghrajka currently serves as the Head of Corporate and Investment Banking Coverage for Kenya and has over 26 years’ experience with Standard Chartered across various international roles.
• The outgoing MD, Kariuki Ngari, has been with Standard Chartered for over a decade, joining in 2009.
• The bank highlighted Sanghrajka's "deep client relationships, cross-border expertise and track record" as key factors in his appointment.