Women In Business: Mendi Njonjo, Kcb Foundation

Ahead of International Women's Day on March 8, African Business is collecting the experiences of women leaders in African businesses and asking them how future progress can be assured.

In this interview, we hear from Mendi Njonjo, director of the KCB Foundation, which was established to implement KCB Bank Group's corporate social responsibility programmes.

AB: Is the glass ceiling getting easier to crack in Africa/your country/industry?

Progress is being made, but significant barriers remain. According to recent statistics, women's representation in leadership roles across Africa has improved, with some countries leading the way in gender-inclusive policies. However, the pace of change varies across industries.

In the financial sector, for instance, while more women are taking up leadership positions, structural biases and access to capital remain key challenges.