Edgar Wakaba

Analyst, Finance Desk

Edgar Wangaka is an aspiring finance professional currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Science (BBS) in Financial Economics at Strathmore University. His academic background bridges macroeconomic theory with applied quantitative methods, including financial mathematics, time series analysis, and portfolio theory. Edgar has undertaken research in option pricing, stochastic modelling, and portfolio optimisation, and is skilled in applying these concepts through tools such as Excel, Python, and R.

Prior to joining JEPA Advisory, Edgar built several self-initiated projects exploring capital markets and risk, including a delta-hedging simulator based on the Black-Scholes model and a portfolio optimiser using Nairobi Securities Exchange data. These projects demonstrated his commitment to structured, research-based analysis and a growing capacity for independent, detail-oriented work.

Beyond his academic and professional interests, Edgar is an avid reader and strategy enthusiast. He enjoys geopolitical fiction, economics podcasts, and games that test analytical thinking. These hobbies reflect his curiosity and shape his broader perspective on the evolving intersection between global systems and African financial markets.