SIB founder James Wangunyu on legacy, innovation and succession

In a rare interview with Business Daily, James Wangunyu, founder and managing director of Standard Investment Bank (SIB), reflects on 31 years of transformation. He explains how SIB made investing accessible to ordinary Kenyans and innovated by going offshore to create a fund with over $1 billion in assets. Wangunyu, who also chaired the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), emphasizes the importance of patience and discipline in building a lasting institution.