Mr. Kuria Muchiru, Chairman of the Britam Holdings Board of Directors, passed away on Friday, 20 March 2026, following a brief illness. The company expressed profound sorrow over the loss, highlighting his instrumental role in guiding Britam through a period of transformation and growth.
In a statement, Britam said:
“Kuria joined Britam as a Non-Executive Director in August 2021 and was appointed Board Chairman in December 2021. During his tenure, he provided steady, visionary leadership, strengthening governance, restoring stakeholder confidence, and positioning Britam for sustained growth.”
The company further noted that Mr. Muchiru’s legacy extends beyond his professional contributions, remembering him for “his wisdom, integrity, and the genuine care he extended to those around him.”
“On behalf of the entire Britam family, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of working with him. May God rest his soul in eternal peace,” the statement added.
Under Mr. Muchiru’s leadership, Britam navigated key strategic initiatives that strengthened the insurance and financial services group’s market position. His tenure was marked by a focus on corporate governance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable growth, leaving a lasting impact on the company and its employees.
