The Group Chief Investment Officer (GCIO) at CFG-Holdings oversees the organization’s investment strategies and portfolio management.
1. Investment Strategy Development
The GCIO designs and executes investment strategies that align with CFG-Holdings’ mission to deliver sustainable returns while fostering economic development across Africa.
2. Portfolio Management
By managing a diversified portfolio, the GCIO ensures balanced investments that mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities in key sectors, including agriculture, technology, infrastructure, and financial services.
3. Identifying Growth Opportunities
The GCIO actively seeks high-potential investment opportunities across Africa’s dynamic markets, leveraging deep market insights to identify trends, industries, and projects with significant growth potential.
4. Risk Assessment and Mitigation
The GCIO conducts thorough risk analyses for all investments, ensuring CFG-Holdings mitigates potential risks while maintaining profitability and stability.
5. ESG-Aligned Investments
The GCIO integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into investment decisions, supporting initiatives that promote sustainability, inclusivity, and positive social impact.
6. Collaboration with Subsidiaries
The GCIO works closely with CFG-Holdings’ subsidiaries to support their specific investment needs, ensuring strategic alignment and synergy across the organization.
Carl Chirwa has over 20 years of experience in international banking, structured trade finance, and corporate banking across multiple regions in Sub-Saharan Africa. Key roles include:
Ashcroft & Gray Group (2023–Present)
Bank One Ltd. Mauritius (2018–2023)
Citibank N.A. (2014–2018)
Standard Chartered Bank Plc (2013)
Trade & Development Bank (TDB) (2008–2012)
NBS Bank Ltd. Malawi (2004–2008)
Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe (1999–2003)
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With a distinguished career in executive banking, including a tenure as Managing Director of KCB and BPR banks in Rwanda, Maurice brings unparalleled expertise to CFG Holdings. His extensive knowledge of the East African financial sector and proven leadership abilities makes him a valuable asset to our team.
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Group Chief Investment Officer
Carl Stephen CHIRWA
He is a Malawian citizen and prominent Pan African investment banker. He has served as Head of International Banking for Bank One Limited Mauritius, Head of Trade Finance for Sub-Saharan Africa with Citi Bank Group, Director and Head of Structured Solutions East-Africa with Standard Chartered Bank Group, Senior Trade Finance Officer for Trade and Development Bank, Head of Corporate Banking with NBS Bank Malawi, and Branch Manager with Stanbic Bank Malawi.
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