BBOXX, a next-generation utility company, has appointed Anthony Osijo as the new Chief Executive Officer effective 23rd July in a move expected to help it consolidate its gains and scale further into more products and regions with its renewable energy and finance products for the masses.
Mansoor Hamayun, has been at the firm’s helm for 14 years providing affordable, reliable, and clean energy to customers in developing countries for over 13 years. With a background in electrical and electronic engineering, and a passion for social impact and innovation, Hamayun has led Bboxx to become one of the fastest-growing off-grid solar companies in the world, reaching over 5 million people and creating over 3,500 jobs. In 2015, he was recognized as a Bloomberg New Energy Pioneer, and a member of the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), a global network of young business leaders.
“I am excited to announce a significant transition at Bboxx . After more than a decade of serving as CEO and Chairman, it’s time for some change! Our mission to bring essential services to the masses remains unwavering, and to better achieve this, I’m passing the CEO role to our trusted CFO, Anthony Osijo,” said Mansoor Hamayun in a statement seen by TechMoran. “Having known Anthony for nearly two decades, he was a key mentor to us as students when we first started Bboxx. It’s amazing to see how this story has developed. Anthony will now oversee the daily operations, allowing me to focus on our strategic direction and strengthening relationships as Executive Chairman. Together, we aim to accelerate access to fundamental services such as electricity, water, internet, and mobility for underserved communities. Exciting times ahead!”
As an Executive Chairman, Mansoor will focus on developing and expanding our external relationships with existing stakeholders and new partners. The firm added that his vision and leadership have been instrumental in shaping Bboxx into the data-driven super platform it is today, and his ongoing involvement will continue to be invaluable.
Mr Osijo, formerly the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Bboxx, has over 20 years of experience in financial services and a strong track record. He will now spearhead the company’s day-to-day operations. He and the company’s executive team remain committed to driving forward Bboxx’s mission, focusing on innovative solutions to transform lives and unlock the potential of current and future generations in Africa and beyond.
Anthony Osijo has been supporting and working with Bboxx since before its creation. He formally joined Bboxx as CFO in January 2021, where he was pivotal in driving the company’s accelerated growth, including playing a key role in the successful acquisition of PEG Africa in 2022.
Prior to joining Bboxx, Anthony served as Managing Director at Credit Agricole, responsible for debt product sales and strategy. His extensive career includes roles at UBS, Deutsche Bank, and financial institutions across the UK, Europe, and Asia.
Anthony’s leadership and strategic vision at Bboxx have been instrumental in forging strategic partnerships with global corporations like EDF and Mitsubishi, as well as attracting significant investment to fuel Bboxx’s expansion.
“It is a privilege to lead Bboxx at this exciting time. Our mission remains to improve the lives of millions through clean energy and technology. I am particularly passionate about empowering Africa’s youth and ensuring they have the opportunities to build a sustainable future. Together, with our dedicated team and the backing of our investors, we are poised to achieve remarkable growth and make a lasting impact on the continent. I also want to express my heartfelt thanks to Mansoor for his immense contribution and continued leadership over the years,” said Anthony Osijo, CEO of Bboxx.
Headquartered in Rwanda, Bboxx has built Bboxx Pulse®, a clean energy operating system to connect customers with clean energy, clean cooking, smartphones, e-mobility and selected financial products – many for the first time. Through last mile logistics and data-powered innovative financing methods, it offers pay-as-you-go products to households, businesses, and communities.
In 2022, it acquired solar energy frontrunner PEG Africa which is now helping it impact the lives of more than 3.9 million people in 10 operating markets, directly contributing to 12 of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. With over 4,000 staff across Africa and offices in the UK and Asia, Bboxx aims to continue to improve the lives of millions through clean energy and technology through services such as clean energy, clean cooking, and e-mobility on a pay-as-you-go basis.
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