Equity Bank Uganda, a subsidiary of Equity Group Holdings Plc, has announced the appointment of Mr. Gift Shoko as the new Managing Director, subject to regulatory approval.
Prior to his appointment as MD, Mr. Shoko served as the Executive Director of Equity Bank Uganda. With over 26 years of experience in the banking industry, Mr. Shoko is a seasoned professional with a rich background in commercial multi-regional banking and leadership across Southern and Eastern Africa.
Prior to his appointment as MD, Mr. Shoko served as the Executive Director of Equity Bank Uganda. With over 26 years of experience in the banking industry, Mr. Shoko is a seasoned professional with a rich background in commercial multi-regional banking and leadership across Southern and Eastern Africa.
He holds a Bachelor of Business Studies and Computer Science degree from the University of Zimbabwe, a Masters in Business Administration (Banking and Finance) from CIMA in Nicosia, Cyprus, and several certifications in banking, finance, and leadership.
He is also a certified Executive Coach and a certified Emotional Intelligence Coach, among other professional certifications
The announcement, made by the Board of Directors, follows the resignation of Mr. Anthony Kituuka as the Managing Director of Equity Bank Uganda.
Equity Bank Uganda Limited has a current customer base of 2.2 million, customer deposits of nearly UGX 3 trillion, a loan book close to UGX 1.7 trillion, and a balance sheet of nearly UGX 3.5 trillion.