By
Kabui Mwangi
Correspondent
Nation Media Group
British drinks giant Diageo Plc has promoted Kenyan executive John Musunga to managing director for Africa, placing him in charge of the company’s continental business.
Appointment comes months after Diageo agreed to sell its 65 percent stake in EABL for Sh296 billion.
By
Kabui Mwangi
Correspondent
Nation Media Group
British drinks giant Diageo Plc has promoted Kenyan executive John Musunga to managing director for Africa, placing him in charge of the company’s continental business.

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