Tanzanian business executive Justin Mollel has been named the incoming CFO East Africa Breweries PLC, a move that signals a new phase of leadership for one of the region’s prominent platforms spotlighting corporate leaders and boardroom conversations across East Africa.
Mollel brings more than 15 years of experience in finance, strategy, and corporate leadership, having built a reputation for driving business growth, strengthening governance frameworks, and steering organizations through complex financial environments. Over the course of his career, he has developed expertise in performance management, financial reporting, risk oversight, and strategic planning capabilities that have positioned him as a respected voice in East Africa’s executive circles.
A graduate of the University of Dar es Salaam, Mollel holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration, and is a Certified Public Accountant in Tanzania. His career trajectory has included senior leadership roles across multinational organizations, where he led initiatives focused on operational efficiency, financial transformation, and long-term business sustainability.
His appointment comes at a time when East Africa’s business ecosystem is undergoing rapid transformation. The region is increasingly attracting capital flows and strategic investments as investors pursue fast-growing markets, youthful populations entering the formal economy, and expanding digital ecosystems capable of scaling across borders.
As incoming CFO, Mollel is expected to build on the publication’s mission of amplifying the voices of corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers shaping the region’s economic future.
CFO East Africa Breweries PLC has grown into a respected platform for leadership insights, executive interviews, and strategic commentary on the evolving dynamics of business across the East African Community.
Industry observers say the appointment reflects a broader trend of African organizations turning to seasoned executives with strong financial and governance expertise to guide institutions through periods of expansion and transformation.
Across the continent, leadership transitions are increasingly tied to the need for innovation, digital readiness, and stronger institutional frameworks as companies adapt to shifting market realities. For Mollel, the new role represents an opportunity to further strengthen the publication’s influence while deepening conversations around leadership, innovation, and enterprise growth across East Africa’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape.
Under his leadership, CFO East Africa Breweries PLC is expected to continue expanding its reach as a platform that connects executives, investors, and emerging leaders across the region’s dynamic business community.
