By Leonard Kamugisha Akida,
KAMPALA
DFCU Bank has appointed Hope Lorna Nakhayenze as its new Chief Risk Officer. effective March 1, 2025.
Nakhayenze will oversee the bank’s risk management strategies under the guidance of the Board Risk Committee.
“Her duties would include developing and implementing a risk management framework to measure, report, and control financial and non-financial risks while guiding the definition of the Bank’s risk appetite to support its strategic goals,” the bank said.
Nakhayenze brings over 17 years of experience in risk management, internal controls, and compliance. She is a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) and a member of the Association of Corporate Treasurers. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Makerere University. Her extensive expertise spans finance, corporate treasury, audit assurance, and management consulting, complemented by strong leadership and mentoring skills.
Prior to this appointment, Nakhayenze served as the Acting Chief Risk Officer at dfcu Bank, where she played a pivotal role in enhancing risk awareness and strengthening the bank’s control frameworks. Her previous roles include Head of Risk & Internal Control at Ecobank Uganda Limited and Head of Risk at I&M Bank (Uganda) Limited, where she also served as a board member of the Provident Fund. Her career also includes positions at Stanbic Bank, Barclays Bank, Hima Cement, and AH Consulting.
DFCU Bank expressed confidence in Nakhayenze’s leadership, stating that her appointment aligns with the bank’s commitment to strengthening risk management practices in accordance with global standards. Her extensive experience is expected to contribute significantly to the bank’s strategic goals and risk management objectives.
In her previous capacity as Acting Chief Risk Officer, Nakhayenze was instrumental in launching initiatives aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs. Notably, she led the introduction of the GROW Loan program in Eastern Uganda, designed to provide financial support and business training to women-led enterprises. This initiative underscores DFCU Bank’s dedication to fostering economic growth and supporting women in business.
Nakhayenze’s appointment comes at a time when DFCU Bank is intensifying its efforts to enhance risk management frameworks and promote sustainable growth. Her leadership is anticipated to drive the bank’s mission of delivering innovative financial solutions while maintaining robust risk controls.
