Tito Okuku takes helm as Maersk’s Eastern Africa Managing Director
His return signals Maersk’s deeper focus on local leadership and supply chain growth across the region.
KENYA – A.P. Moller – Maersk has announced the appointment of Tito Okuku as the new Managing Director for Eastern Africa; his tenure began on May 5, 2025.
Tito steps into this role with more than 25 years of leadership experience in logistics and supply chain operations.
His career includes managing teams and driving performance in various African countries. His expertise spans business development, strategy, warehousing, landside operations, and fleet management.
In his new position, Tito will oversee Maersk’s commercial activities in countries including Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. His leadership comes at a time when Maersk is working to improve supply chains and build stronger relationships in the region.
Tito is no stranger to Maersk. He previously served as Managing Director of APM Terminals Kenya (Great Lakes Ports) in 2014. His return to the group reflects Maersk’s strategy of investing in leaders who understand both the company and the regional market.
“Tito’s appointment marks an exciting chapter for our Eastern Africa business. His proven track record, hands-on knowledge of the region and passion for developing people make him the right leader to drive sustainable growth and deliver continued value to our customers,” said Richard Morgan, Managing Director, Maersk – Indian Subcontinent, Middle East and Africa.
Tito expressed both gratitude and a clear focus. “I am honoured to rejoin Maersk and take on this important responsibility. East Africa is a dynamic and diverse region full of potential.
I look forward to working closely with our teams and customers to deliver resilient, agile, and customer-focused supply chain solutions that enable trade and create shared growth,” he said.
Wider investment in Africa
This leadership change follows another significant development for Maersk in Africa. In April 2025, the company expanded its logistics footprint in Senegal by opening a new warehouse in Dakar.
Located just 10 kilometres from key port and market areas, the warehouse will help improve the flow of goods within Senegal and across its borders.
Thomas Theeuwes, Managing Director of Maersk West Africa, explained the long-term plan. “This investment in Dakar demonstrates our long-term commitment to Senegal and the broader West African region,” he said.
“By establishing this modern warehouse facility, we’re delivering on our promise to create seamless, integrated logistics solutions that enable our customers to optimise their supply chains and accelerate growth.”
The new Dakar warehouse covers 5,100 square metres, includes over 7,000 pallet spaces, and adds 500 square metres of outdoor storage. It can store a wide range of goods, from consumer products to tech items.
As Tito takes charge in Eastern Africa, Maersk appears set to build stronger networks across the continent through both leadership and infrastructure investment.
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