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Anthony Gacanja is a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in information technology strategy, cybersecurity, and risk management. Currently serving as the Director at Safaricom PLC, Anthony previously held the position of Director of Information Technology at the Central Bank of Kenya, where responsibilities included overseeing IT strategy in collaboration with executive leadership. With a notable background at Safaricom Limited, Anthony advanced from Senior Information Security Officer to Head of Department for Technology Security, driving significant cybersecurity initiatives and compliance efforts. Earlier experience includes a managerial role at Ernst & Young in Technology & Security Risk Services and experience as an Application Systems Developer at Software Technologies Limited. Anthony holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Nairobi and multiple professional certifications, including CISA, CISM, PMP, and PRINCE2.
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Safaricom is the leading provider of converged communication solutions in Kenya. In addition to providing a broad range of first-class products and services for Telephony, Broadband Internet and Financial services, Safaricom seeks to uplift the welfare of Kenyans through value-added services and support for community projects. With over 29 Million subscribers and an estimated market share of 67%, the Company has the widest modern mobile network coverage in Kenya and prides in its experienced shareholders, attractive tariffs, a nationwide network of effective dealers, high caliber staff and management enabling it to maintain its position as the region’s mobile market leader. M-PESA has over 23 million subscribers, supported by a nationwide agent network of over 156,000 outlets. M-PESA is the world's most developed biggest mobile payment system.