Best ships agency management team in Tanzania

Silvester Kututa

Group Executive Chairman & Co-Founder

Silvester is an award-winning shipping professional with 30+ years of experience in East African ports. As a leader, he brings global recognition and deep regional expertise to logistics innovation.

Martin Karani

Group Chief Executive Officer

Martin has over 19 years senior management experience in business strategy, finance, commercial, operations, audit and accounting. He holds Bachelors Degree of Business Management Finance Option (BBM) and Masters Business Administration - Strategic Management Option (MBA) Moi University. Martin is a CPS & CPA Finalist in good standing His experience has been marked with various successes including successful business set-up, growth & development, Overseeing Finance & Company operations, Formulation and Implementation of Corporate Strategy, implementation of quality systems, and automation of systems, among others.

Lenrod Mgendi

Group Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance

Lenrod Mgendi

Group Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance

Lenrod is a result-oriented Audit, Risk, and Compliance professional with over 19 years experience, 14 years in management. He holds a Masters in Finance (Finance & Investments), BSc. and is a Certified Information Systems Auditor as well as a Certified Public Accountant. He has been instrumental in ensuring effectiveness and efficiency in operations, reliability of financial reporting and compliance with law & regulations among others. He is also a member or ESL Group Executive Committee.

Patrick Mbugua

Group Chief Finance & Accounting Officer

Patrick Mbugua

Group Chief Finance & Accounting Officer

Patrick Mbugua, is a Certified Public Accountant who has over 11 years gradual experience in Finance and Accounting. He thrives in the administration of complex accounting-finance solutions, analytical skills, and accounting practices to drive strategic corporate vision. He has championed the implementation of credit control function and developed profitable business models within the organization. He is a member of ICPAK & part of ESL Group Executive Committee.

Stephen Okiki

Group Chief Corporate Officer

Stephen Okiki

Group Chief Corporate Officer

Stephen is a seasoned Executive with over 13 years of experience: 7 years as a H.R. Generalist and 6 years leading back-office optimization, policy development & Governance, executive management, strategic plan execution in coordination with leadership teams at ESL Group. He has been at the center of coordination of two successful Strategic Plan formulation for the ESL Group. He is passionate about people and sustainable businesses. Inspired by being part of growth of people and businesses by promoting implementation of little efficiencies.

Esther Mbuya

Country Director - Tanzania

Esther Mbuya

Country Director - Tanzania

With over 14 years of experience in the shipping sector, Esther Mbuya serves as Country Director of Express Shipping & Logistics Tanzania (ESLTZ) and Vice Chairperson of the Tanzania Shipping Agents Association (TASAA). A respected voice in maritime affairs, she brings deep expertise in ships agency and strategic leadership to Tanzania’s evolving logistics landscape.

Francisca Nzioka

Group HRM

Francisca Nzioka

Group HRM

Francisca Mueni is a Certified Human Resource Professional with over a decade of experience delivering strategic HR solutions and driving performance across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, entertainment, hospitality, shipping, logistics, and distribution. Operating across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda, she brings regional depth and international perspective, underscored by her expertise in implementing and refining Quality Management Systems to meet global standards.

Evans Ngala

Group ICT Manager

Evans Ngala

Group ICT Manager

Evans brings close to ten years of industry expertise to the helm of our tech operations & Quality Management Systems across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. He challenges the one-size-fits-all mindset, championing agile, locally responsive systems that drive efficiency and innovation across our Eastern Africa’s dynamic logistics landscape.

Aloice Muoki

Group Legal

Aloice Muoki

Group Legal

As Group Legal Manager, Aloice oversees all legal affairs and dispute resolution across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. With a deep understanding of maritime law, commercial contracts, and regional regulatory frameworks, he ensures legal integrity and operational compliance throughout the group’s East African footprint.

Charles Nikata

Head of Operations

The head of shipping operations for Express Chartering & Shipping Ltd, a subsidiary of Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Ltd.

Charles Nikata

Head of Operations

Charles oversees all port activities across Mtwara, Dar es Salaam, Tanga, and Zanzibar. With deep expertise in vessel handling, port logistics, and operational coordination, he ensures seamless execution and compliance across Tanzania’s key maritime gateways. His role is central to optimizing vessel turnaround, cargo flow, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring high standards of service and efficiency throughout the Tanzanian coastline.

Iddy Said

Head of Accounts

Iddy Said

Head of Accounts

Iddy oversees all financial operations, reporting, and compliance in Tanzania. With a strong grasp of maritime and logistics accounting, he ensures accuracy, transparency, and alignment with both local regulations and group-wide financial standards.

Silvester Kututa

Martin Karani

Lenrod Mgendi

Patrick Mbugua

Stephen Okiki

Esther Mbuya

Francisca Nzioka

Evans Ngala

Aloice Muoki

Charles Nikata

Iddy Said

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