Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen has appointed Captain William Kipkemboi Ruto as the new Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing director (MD).
According to a gazette notice, Captain William will serve as the MD for the next three years.
“The Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport appoints Capt. William K Ruto to be the Managing Director of the Kenya Ports Authority, for a period of three (3) years, with effect from the 10th of March 2023,” a gazette notice reads.
Capt. Ruto is a seasoned mariner having started his career in 1991 at KPA as a Cadet Marine Deck Officer before rising through the ranks to be a General Manager, Operations and later a Harbor Master.
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CS Murkomen congratulated the new Captain William for assuming the position that had been vacant for three years.
“It is my belief that his wealth of experience spanning 32 years will be instrumental in ensuring the Authority delivers on its mandate to the people of Kenya and continues to contribute towards the growth of the Kenyan economy,” CS Murkomen said.
“I congratulate the new Managing Director and assure him of the Government’s support in the management of the Kenya Ports Authority.”
Capt. William Ruto holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Strategic Management option from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).