By Chisomo Phiri
First Capital Bank FCB Malawi has appointed Moses Chadza as its new Head of Risk, effective April 1, 2026, following approval by the bank’s Board and the Reserve Bank of Malawi(RBM).
Chadza assumes the role after serving as Acting Head of Risk since August 2025, during which he demonstrated strong leadership, sound judgment, and a firm commitment to strengthening the bank’s risk management framework.
In a statement, the bank’s Chief Executive Officer(CEO), Agness Jazza, says the appointment reflects the institution’s dedication to developing its workforce and maintaining strong leadership across key functions.
Chadza joined First Capital Bank Malawi in October 2019 through the Graduate Trainee Programme and has steadily risen through the ranks.
Prior to his latest appointment, he served as a Credit Risk and Data Analyst.
His elevation to the Executive Committee (EXCO) marks a significant milestone in both his career and the bank’s talent development efforts.
He also becomes the first graduate trainee within the institution to rise to EXCO level, underscoring the bank’s commitment to nurturing internal talent and building a robust leadership pipeline.
Chadza holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Pamukkale University in Turkey.
He is currently pursuing the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification and also holds professional qualifications in Treasury Risk Management and Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP).
First Capital Bank operates in several countries across the region, including Botswana, Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
