AmCham Kenya: The American Chamber of Commerce Kenya has appointed Paul Muthaura as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective June 17, 2026.
The appointment comes at a critical time as Kenya and the broader East African region continue to strengthen trade, investment, and economic partnerships with the United States. Muthaura brings decades of experience in financial markets, regulatory reform, corporate leadership, governance, and sustainable finance.
Experienced Leader Takes Helm at AmCham Kenya
Before joining AmCham Kenya, Muthaura served as Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Carbon Markets Initiative, where he played a key role in advancing carbon market development and climate finance frameworks across Africa.
His extensive leadership portfolio also includes serving as an independent consultant at EMRD Advisory Limited, Chief Executive Officer and Principal Officer of ICEA Lion General Insurance Company, and Chief Executive Officer of the Capital Markets Authority.
During his tenure at the Capital Markets Authority, Muthaura led significant reforms aimed at enhancing market integrity, expanding investor participation, and promoting regulatory innovation within Kenya’s financial sector.
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Board Expresses Confidence in New CEO
AmCham Kenya Board President Angela Ng’ang’a welcomed the appointment, describing Muthaura as a leader with a strong blend of regulatory expertise, private sector experience, and strategic vision.
“Paul brings a compelling combination of regulatory expertise, private sector leadership, and strategic vision, with a nuanced understanding of Kenya’s policy and investment landscape. His track record of driving institutional growth and cross-sector collaboration makes him exceptionally well-suited to lead AmCham into its next chapter,” she said.
Ng’ang’a added that his leadership will help the Chamber create greater value for members through stronger advocacy, enhanced stakeholder engagement, expanded business opportunities, and deeper economic partnerships between Kenya and the United States.
Focus on Strengthening Kenya-U.S. Trade Relations
Speaking following his appointment, Muthaura said he was honored to join the Chamber at a time when opportunities for Kenya-U.S. commercial engagement are expanding.
“I am honored to join AmCham Kenya at such a consequential moment for U.S.-Kenya commercial relations. The opportunities to strengthen trade, attract investment, and expand economic collaboration between our countries have never been greater,” he said.
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He noted that he intends to work closely with members, government agencies, investors, and the wider business community to strengthen Kenya’s competitiveness, deepen commercial ties, and unlock new opportunities for innovation, investment, and economic growth.
Distinguished Career in Governance and Finance
Muthaura is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and an Honorary Fellow of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries. He holds academic and professional qualifications from the University of Warwick, London School of Economics and Political Science, Maastricht School of Management, KCA University, and the Academy of Executive Coaching.
He also serves as a Trustee of the International Valuation Standards Council and sits on the boards of ICEA LION Asset Management and British American Tobacco Plc. In addition, he is an Independent Member of the Program Investment Committee at the Financial Sector Deepening Trust Kenya.
AmCham Kenya’s Growing Influence
AmCham Kenya is one of the leading business associations promoting trade and investment between Kenya and the United States. The Chamber represents more than 300 companies, including major multinational corporations and local businesses operating across diverse sectors of the Kenyan economy.
Through advocacy, policy engagement, trade facilitation, and business networking, the organization seeks to foster an enabling business environment that supports entrepreneurship, innovation, sustainable development, and economic growth.
The appointment of Muthaura is expected to further strengthen the Chamber’s role in advancing Kenya-U.S. economic relations at a time when both countries are seeking to expand trade, investment flows, and private-sector collaboration.
