Cabinet Secretaries New Appointments have been officially announced through the latest Kenya Gazette notices, affecting multiple government institutions including the defence sector, creative industry regulators, agriculture boards, education councils, energy agencies and judicial committees.
The appointments, most of which carry three-year terms, are part of routine administrative restructuring aimed at strengthening governance, ensuring continuity in oversight roles, and improving service delivery across public institutions.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the Cabinet Secretaries New Appointments and re-appointments across sectors.
Defence: Military Veterans Committee Re-Appointment
Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has re-appointed Lt. Col. (Rtd) Edward Cherop Kimosop as a member of the Advisory Committee on Military Veterans for a further three-year term effective May 2, 2026.
The Advisory Committee on Military Veterans plays a critical role in advising the government on policy direction, welfare programs and benefits for retired Kenya Defence Forces personnel. The re-appointment signals continuity in oversight of veteran affairs, particularly at a time when veterans’ welfare reforms remain under national focus.
The defence docket has emphasized structured support for former servicemen and women, including pension frameworks, healthcare access and reintegration programs.
Creative Sector: KFCB Chairperson Re-Appointed
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has re-appointed John Njogu Njoroge as Chairperson of the Kenya Film Classification Board for a three-year term.
The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) regulates film, broadcast and digital content in Kenya. The board has increasingly faced the challenge of overseeing online streaming platforms, social media content and emerging digital creators.
The re-appointment comes at a time when Kenya’s creative economy is expanding rapidly, with increased investment in film production, digital storytelling and cross-border media collaborations.
Creative Sector: KFCB Board Members Renewed
As part of the Cabinet Secretaries New Appointments, several board members have also been re-appointed to serve on the Kenya Film Classification Board for three years:
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John Muigai Nyururu
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Hariety Namwezi Zitah
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Stephanie Kamene Maseki
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Kipruto Kiptoo
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John Osimbo
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Grace Mwendwa Munjuri
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Raphael Ekadeli Loperito
These re-appointments ensure institutional continuity within the regulatory framework guiding Kenya’s creative and media industries.
Agriculture: Kenya Dairy Board Appointment
Gabriel Pulei has been re-appointed as a board member of the Kenya Dairy Board for a three-year term.
The Kenya Dairy Board is responsible for regulating, promoting and developing the dairy industry — one of Kenya’s most important agricultural subsectors. The dairy industry contributes significantly to rural livelihoods and national food security.
The board oversees licensing of dairy processors, quality control, and policy implementation affecting milk production and distribution.
Trade: Scrap Metal Council Leadership Renewed
Francis Mugo has been re-appointed as Non-Executive Chairperson of the Scrap Metal Council for a three-year term.
The Scrap Metal Council regulates scrap metal trade and licensing in Kenya, a sector that has faced heightened government scrutiny due to infrastructure vandalism and illegal trade activities. Strengthened oversight within this council is seen as critical in safeguarding national infrastructure, including railway lines, electricity transmission equipment and public utilities.
The Cabinet Secretaries New Appointments in the trade sector are expected to reinforce regulatory enforcement mechanisms.
Education: Kiambu National Polytechnic Council Appointments
James Okebiro Mageto and Ethel Nakhumicha Githirwa have been appointed as members of the council at Kiambu National Polytechnic for three-year terms.
National polytechnics play a key role in Kenya’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) strategy. Council members are responsible for governance, financial oversight and strategic direction of the institutions.
Strengthening TVET institutions remains a key pillar of Kenya’s workforce development agenda, aimed at addressing youth unemployment and skills gaps.
Education: Kabete National Polytechnic Council Changes
At Kabete National Polytechnic, Pauline M. Mallo Nagila and Julius Mokogi have been appointed as council members, while Gilbert Kiptanui Nyongi has been re-appointed. All appointments are for three-year terms.
Kabete National Polytechnic is among Kenya’s leading TVET institutions, offering programs in engineering, business studies, hospitality and applied sciences. The council appointments are expected to strengthen institutional governance and curriculum oversight.
Energy: REREC Board Re-Appointments
Mark Nderitu Muturi, Sammy Choge and Peter Kenneth Kimani have been re-appointed as board members of the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) for three years.
REREC is responsible for expanding electricity access in rural and underserved areas while promoting renewable energy projects such as solar, wind and mini-grid solutions.
Energy sector governance remains a critical national priority as Kenya works toward universal electricity access and green energy transition targets.
Judiciary: PPP Petition Committee Appointment
The Judicial Service Commission has appointed Stephen Odhiambo Anditi as Chairperson of the Public Private Partnerships Petition Committee for a three-year term.
The committee handles disputes and petitions related to public-private partnership projects, which have become increasingly central to infrastructure financing in Kenya.
Significance of the Cabinet Secretaries New Appointments
The Cabinet Secretaries New Appointments reflect routine government restructuring aimed at ensuring stability, continuity and accountability within state agencies. Board members and advisory committees play a vital role in policy implementation, financial oversight and institutional governance.
With most appointments running for three years, the changes provide medium-term leadership stability across defence, agriculture, education, trade, creative industries and energy sectors.
As Kenya continues implementing reforms in public service delivery and regulatory oversight, such appointments remain central to institutional performance and national development objectives
