EMBU, KENYA — In a landmark recognition of transformative leadership in the financial cooperative sector, Diana W. Mbogo, Chief Executive Officer of Daima Sacco Society Ltd, has been officially named CEO of the Year 2026 in the SACCOs category by the Jamhuri Kenya Leadership Awards (JKLA).
This prestigious accolade follows a rigorous, independent, and merit-based evaluation conducted by the JKLA Vetting Committee.
In a formal confirmation letter dated February 24,2026, the committee commended Ms Mbogo for her exceptional executive leadership, highlighting her strong track record of institutional growth and sustainability at the Embu-based Sacco.
Legacy of strategic excellence
During Ms Mbogo’s tenure, Daima Sacco has become a beacon of financial stability and member-centred innovation.
The award committee highlighted several key pillars of her leadership profile that distinguished her in the competitive 2026 vetting cycle:
- Strong financial stewardship: Achieving consistent growth in asset base and member deposits despite a changing economic landscape.
- Regulatory compliance: Maintaining gold-standard ethical stewardship and adherence to SACCO Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) guidelines.
- Innovation in service: Leading digital transformation initiatives that have streamlined credit access for thousands of members.
Impact beyond the boardroom
Beyond the balance sheets, the JKLA recognised Ms Mbogo’s “transformational leadership within the SACCO movement.”
Her approach has long been credited with fostering a culture of risk management and service excellence that resonates throughout the Eastern region and beyond.
“Your tenure reflects measurable impact, sector influence, and executive excellence consistent with national leadership standards,” stated Kubai Thuranira, JKLA Awards Director, in the vetting confirmation.
The Jamhuri Kenya Leadership Awards serve as a national platform to spotlight individuals driving meaningful change in Kenya’s private and public sectors.
As recipient of the 2026 CEO of the Year title, Ms Mbogo joins an elite group of visionaries shaping the future of Kenya’s “Ushirika” (cooperative) spirit.
