When it comes to information security, Kiprono Rugut brings both technical depth and business perspective. His more than two-decade career spans financial technology and legal-sector advisory work before cyber investigations brought him to his current role at Adili Group, where he is chief information security officer (CISO).

I spent 20 years in the digital sphere, growing from systems analyst and systems administrator to the director of ICT and innovation in a Level 6 healthcare facility. This was crowned by the recognition as the CTO of the Year 2025 in public service through the Ministry of ICT and e-Government. Then, in mid-2025, came the transition to the CFO ecosystem.

With nearly a decade in the shipping industry, Evans Ngala, group ICT manager at Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) is challenging the one-size-fits-all approach to tech, pushing for solutions that actually work for East Africa.

Absa Bank Tanzania’s Emmanuel Mwinuka is championing digital and financial inclusion through a clear vision for mobile-first solutions, strategic partnerships and a commitment to cybersecurity.