APA Apollo Group has announced the appointment of Risper Ohaga as its new Group Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026. Ohaga, who currently serves as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director at East African Breweries Limited, will step down from her role on June 30, 2026.
She will succeed Ashok Shah, who has led APA Apollo since 2012.
Ohaga brings extensive experience in finance and leadership, having previously held senior positions at Barclays/Absa in Nairobi, Johannesburg, and Lusaka, as well as at KPMG East Africa.
Speaking on her new role, Ohaga said, “I am excited to take on this new role at APA Apollo Group, where each day presents an opportunity to make an impact on the lives of our people across East Africa. Ashok has built an extraordinary legacy of leadership and innovation, and I look forward to building on this strong foundation.”
She added that she was particularly encouraged by the collaboration between APA Apollo and its key equity partners, Hollard International and Swiss Re, which she said will drive innovation, deliver market-leading solutions to customers, and enrich the experiences of employees.
Ohaga also emphasized her commitment to working with teams across the region to drive growth, enhance customer value, and ensure APA Apollo continues to lead with excellence in East Africa.
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