Samuel N. Mwenja
About Samuel N. Mwenja
Samuel N. Mwenja serves as the Senior Group Financial Controller at M-KOPA, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in financial management, particularly in launching digital financial services across various countries.
Work at M-KOPA
Samuel N. Mwenja has held multiple positions at M-KOPA, starting as a Finance Analyst from 2019 to 2021. He then progressed to the role of Manager - Commercial Operations from 2021 to 2023. In 2023, he briefly served as Senior Finance Manager - Reporting & Analysis (Africa) for two months. Currently, he is the Senior Group Financial Controller, a position he has held since 2024. Throughout his tenure, he has contributed to launching and scaling multi-million dollar digital financial services across various countries.
Education and Expertise
Samuel studied at Strathmore University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (Finance) from 2012 to 2016. He furthered his education in Accounting and Finance, achieving the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification from 2013 to 2018. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and analysis, particularly in the fintech and financial services sectors.
Background
Before joining M-KOPA, Samuel worked as an Intern at KPMG East Africa in 2016 and as a Program Facilitator at Sauder Social Entrepreneurship (SSE) in 2014. His early career experiences laid the foundation for his strong leadership skills and his ability to navigate complex international markets. Samuel has also taken on the role of Launch into VC Venture Fellow at Dream VC since 2023.
Achievements
Samuel N. Mwenja has a proven track record in building and optimizing finance functions within the fintech, financial services, and renewable energy sectors. He has demonstrated a strong focus on leveraging technology to streamline operations and enhance profitability. His leadership has guided organizations toward sustainable growth, showcasing his ability to deliver exceptional results.