The Kenya Airports Authority has appointed Moses Wekesa as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, ending a prolonged period under acting leadership.
In a press statement on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, KAA stated that the authority’s Board conducted a competitive recruitment process.
“The Board of Directors of the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has appointed Mr. Moses Wekesa as the new Managing Director/CEO. This decision follows a rigorous, competitive interview process that identified Mr. Wekesa as the ideal leader to drive KAA’s ambitious agenda,” the statement read.
Wekesa takes over from Mohamud Gedi, who had been serving in an acting capacity while also holding the position of General Manager, Finance.
Leadership Transition at KAA
The appointment of a substantive Managing Director comes after months of transition at the state corporation responsible for managing and developing Kenya’s airports.
Gedi had steered the organization during the interim period, ensuring operational continuity.
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In its statement, the Board expressed appreciation for Gedi’s leadership, noting that he maintained stability and supported ongoing projects during a critical phase for the authority.
“The Board extends it’s best wishes to Mr. Wekesa in this new assignment and expresses its appreciation to KAA General Manager Finance, Dr. Mohamud Gedi for his dedicated service as Acting Managing Director,” added KAA.
His tenure coincided with a period marked by increased focus on infrastructure upgrades and operational efficiency across Kenya’s airports.
With Wekesa now taking over, KAA moves to restore full executive leadership at a time when the aviation sector is recovering and experiencing renewed growth in passenger and cargo traffic.
Moses Wekesa’s Career Background and Experience
Wekesa holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Applied Mechanics) from the University of Nairobi.
He has also undertaken postgraduate studies in Finance, Appraisal, and Project Planning at the University of Bradford.
Wekesa brings extensive experience in infrastructure development and business strategy.
Prior to his appointment, he served as Business Development Director at KenGen, where he led growth initiatives in the energy sector.
His professional background includes managing large-scale, high-impact projects across multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, the Pacific, and Africa.
This international exposure is expected to strengthen KAA’s capacity to deliver complex aviation infrastructure projects and partnerships.
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Focus on JKIA Modernization
Wekesa assumes leadership as KAA continues implementing key infrastructure projects to improve capacity and service delivery.
Among the flagship initiatives is the modernization and expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), the country’s main aviation hub.
The project is designed to enhance passenger handling capacity, improve operational efficiency, and position Kenya as a competitive aviation and logistics hub in the region. Other upgrades across the airport network are also expected to support tourism, trade, and regional connectivity.
