Talent Agenda

As Afreximbank turns the page to a new chapter, Stephen Kauma, Managing Director Human Resources, sat down with us to reflect on the remarkable journey of growth, vision, and impact of the outgoing on behalf of the outgoing President – Professor Benedict Oramah.

This blog explores why learnability is now the top trait African employers should prioritise, how it aligns with the continent’s shifting talent landscape, and what steps organisations can take to build resilient, agile teams for the future.

Traditional corporate culture is no longer enough to attract, retain, and engage top talent—especially in Africa’s fast-evolving business landscape. This blog explores how shifting from a generalised “company culture” to a targeted, inclusive “talent culture” can transform organisational performance.

Mrs. Kanayo Awani is an Executive Vice-President at Afreximbank heading the Intra-African Trade Bank. In this exclusive interview, she explains how the bank has managed its growth and why processes are key to the bank’s success.