Faith Basiye has built a career around helping organisations understand risks, make informed decisions and pursue growth responsibly. Her work at KCB Group has earned her recognition in the banking industry.
Basiye was ranked number eight in Business Monthly’s list of the Top 20 C-Suite Leaders Shaping the Future of Business in 2027. The recognition highlights her contribution to helping institutions pursue opportunities while protecting customers and long-term stability.
As KCB Group’s Chief Risk Officer, a position she assumed in July 2024, Basiye guides how the bank identifies, assesses and manages risks.
A career built on experience
KCB’s Risk officer Faith Basiye
Her career spans more than 26 years in risk management, legal advisory, compliance and forensic investigations. Before taking up her current position, she served as KCB Group’s Head of Forensic Services.
Her earlier experience includes work at the Kenya Anti-Corruption Commission, KPMG and Sabre PLC, where she held a senior fraud-management role. These positions gave her experience in investigating financial wrongdoing and strengthening compliance.
Basiye’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Laws degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies. She is also a Certified Public Secretary (Kenya), Certified Fraud Examiner and holds Computer Forensic Expert credentials.
Her legal knowledge, investigative experience and banking leadership give her an understanding of the challenges facing financial institutions.
Making risk part of responsible growth
KCB’s Risk officer Faith Basiye
At KCB, Basiye’s role goes beyond preventing losses. It involves helping the bank understand risks linked to lending, digital services, new technology and expansion into different markets.
This work matters as banks adopt new ways of serving customers while facing fraud, cyber threats and changing regulations.
KCB operates across East Africa and serves millions of customers. Managing risks across such an institution requires strong systems, planning and informed decisions.
Basiye’s recognition among the 2027 C-suite leaders reflects her experience and contribution.
KCB’s Risk officer Faith Basiye
Her career shows how risk management can support more than protection. When handled well, it helps institutions make sound decisions, maintain customer trust and achieve sustainable growth.
Through her leadership, Basiye is helping make risk management an important part of KCB Group’s strategy and long-term resilience.
