Paul Karimi

‘Paul Karimi is a seasoned GRC leader driving risk, compliance, and governance excellence across fintech and financial services in Africa. As Head of Risk & Compliance at pawaPay, he spearheads regulatory strategy, enterprise risk, and cross-border compliance, ensuring the business scales securely across jurisdictions. With a track record at top firms like Chipper Cash, Jumia Group, and the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Paul has built and led robust AML, data protection, and risk and compliance frameworks that turn regulatory demands into business enablers. He holds an MBA in Strategic Management, a First-Class Honours degree in Economics & Statistics, and multiple global certifications in Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC). Known for transforming complex compliance landscapes into strategic advantage, Paul is a trusted voice shaping the future of fintech governance across Africa.’