Nairobi, March 6 -- Dubai-based Majid Al-Futtaim (MFA), the exclusive holder of Carrefour's franchise in Kenya, has appointed a new country manager amid its expansion quest in East Africa.

Christophe Orcet, who has previously served as the head of operations and commercial for the MAF Carrefour in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) took over from Franck Moreau on March 1, 2023.

Mr Moreau has retired from the company after 23 years of serving in different capacities.

The changes at the corner office at Carrefour Kenya come as the retailer seeks to open more outlets in Kenya and Uganda where it operates in East Africa.

"Mr Orcet assumed his new role on 1st March 2023 and will oversee operations of Carrefour in East Africa," said the firm in...