Oslo Peace For Business Award Goes To Equity Group CEO
Equity Group Managing Director Dr. James Mwangi on Wednesday won the prestigious 2020 Oslo Business for Peace Award. It is also described as the “Nobel Prize for Business.” Winners are chosen by a prestigious Award Committee consisting of past Nobel Prize winners in Peace and Economics. Current committee members are Ouided Bouchamaoui (Tunisia), Leymah Gbowee (Liberia), Finn Kydland (Norway), and Eric Maskin (USA).
Oslo Business for Peace Award.
The award recognizes outstanding business-worthy initiatives that create economic and societal values. It was founded to provide a platform for sharing business wisdom. It is the highest global distinction given to a business leader to celebrate their efforts at promoting peace and prosperity. For the greater good of society through their everyday business activities. And to help other leaders to understand how ethical and responsible business can contribute to building trust, stability and peace.
“Dr. James Mwangi receives the Award for his business worthy values in championing financial inclusion for all in East and Central Africa. Dr. Mwangi helped achieve a social revolution by bringing banking services to people who previously had limited access to them. Bolstering Kenya’s GDP. Dr. Mwangi is an exceptional entrepreneur and humanitarian.” Said Per Saxegaard, founder of the Oslo Business for Peace Award.
Dr. Mwangi is credited with the revolution of Kenya’s banking industry by bridging the gap between the sector and the ordinary Kenyan.
“I dedicate this award to our staff and to the millions of our customers who have continuously inspired us by trusting and believing in our common purpose and dream. That together we can solve our problems by seeking innovative solutions anchored on shared value and prosperity. By walking with us, they have demonstrated resilience in pursuing their dreams. Having emerged winners by improving their lives and livelihoods and bringing joy and happiness to their families and communities,” said James Mwangi.
