The Institute of Risk Management (IRM), the world’s leading professional body for enterprise risk management, has formally registered its African subsidiary, the Risk Management Hub in Africa, marking a significant milestone in advancing professional standards and practices across the continent.
Headquartered in Nairobi, the Hub will coordinate IRM activities across Africa, providing professional training, internationally recognised qualifications, advisory services, executive education, research, events, and advocacy.
The initiative builds on years of collaboration by the IRM and IRMA Boards, regional groups, and risk professionals who have championed the growth of risk management in Africa.
Joyce Ndirangu, IRM’s Director of Strategy and Partnerships, has been appointed to lead the Hub. With a continent-wide remit, she will oversee the rollout of strategic operations and foster partnerships with governments, regulators, corporates, SMEs, NGOs, and academia.
“Our goal is to empower organisations and leaders to navigate complex risks with confidence and make informed decisions that drive growth and resilience,” said Ndirangu. “The Risk Management Hub in Africa is strategically positioned to raise standards, strengthen institutions, and embed risk management at the heart of Africa’s growth agenda.”
Ndirangu, who previously served as Regional Executive Officer at CFA Society East Africa, brings over 13 years of experience in strategic planning, governance, stakeholder engagement, and business development.
The Hub will also serve as a platform for collaboration through tailored corporate memberships, customised executive programmes, joint research initiatives, and advisory services.
These partnerships are expected to help strengthen governance frameworks, risk-based supervision, and policy development across sectors.
Dorothy Maseke, Chairperson of the Risk Management Hub in Africa, hailed the development as the result of years of dedicated effort.
“This subsidiary reflects our ability to support professionals, organisations, and governments with world-class risk management standards, knowledge, and networks,” she said.
The creation of the Hub aligns with IRM’s global growth strategy, positioning Africa as a key priority region.
It will operate in close alignment with IRM’s UK headquarters while tailoring global standards to local contexts and addressing emerging risks such as climate change, ESG, technology, and financial innovation.