Kenyan President William Ruto and several Cabinet Secretaries have announced a batch of appointments and reappointments to various government boards and institutions. The appointments were recorded in a Gazette notice dated 18 September 2026. The new appointments and reappointments affect a range of government agencies, regulatory bodies, and institutional boards. Each of the appointed officials will serve a three-year term. The appointments aim to bring new leadership and expertise to these institutions.
President Ruto reappointed Moses Njenga Chege as non-executive chairperson of the Insurance Regulatory Authority. He also named Moses Narok as non-executive chairperson of the LAPSSET Corridor Development Authority board. Chief Justice Martha Koome appointed Maurice Murunga Osundwa to the Auctioneers Licensing Board. These appointments reflect the government's effort to maintain stability and continuity in key regulatory bodies. The reappointments also demonstrate the government's confidence in the abilities of the reappointed officials.
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi reappointed Rose Towett to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics board and Ibrahim Mohamed Salat to the Retirement Benefits Authority board. Internal Security and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen named ten members to the Board of Visitors of the Shikusa Borstal Institution and seven members to the Board of Visitors of the Shimo La Tewa Borstal Institution. These appointments will help strengthen the governance and oversight of these institutions.
Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi reappointed Diba Daudi Huka to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority board. Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano reappointed Patrick Ngere while adding Nicholas Kimeli and Dr Yvonne Tharao to the Tourism Fund board of trustees. These reappointments and new appointments aim to bring expertise and fresh perspectives to these critical sectors.
Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano also appointed Rose Polyne Nyambura and Dr Dorothy Jepkoech Rotich to the Kenya Utalii College Council. She added Michael Michemi Ndegwa and Beatrice Lempaira to the Kenya Wildlife Service board of trustees. These appointments reflect the government's commitment to developing the tourism and wildlife sectors. The new appointees will play a crucial role in shaping the future of these industries.
Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Eric Muuga appointed Lilian Anyango Yonga to the National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority and Silas Tochim to the governing council of the Kenya Water Institute. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba named Captain Antony Kiroken as non-executive chairperson of the Kajiado National Polytechnic Council. These appointments demonstrate the government's focus on improving the water, sanitation, and education sectors.
All newly appointed and reappointed officials will serve three-year terms, according to the Gazette notice. The appointments reflect the government's effort to strengthen governance and leadership across various sectors. The new appointees will be expected to contribute to the development and growth of their respective institutions.
Key points
- President Ruto and Cabinet Secretaries announce fresh appointments and reappointments to government boards and institutions.
- The appointments aim to bring new leadership and expertise to various government agencies and regulatory bodies.
- The appointed officials will serve three-year terms, according to the Gazette notice.
