The Kenya Power board has confirmed Ken Tarus' appointment as managing director and CEO.
Tarus, who had been holding the seat in an acting capacity since January 4, takes over from Ben Chumo whose contract ended.
He has a PhD in Business Administration (Finance) from Kabarak University, and Bachelor of Commerce Degree and
MBA from University of Nairobi.
He is also a Certified Public Accountant and a member of the Kenya Institute of Management.
Chairman Kenneth Marende said on Thursday that the CEO will provide leadership on the development of Kenya Power's electricity distribution business.
Marende said they trust him with implementing the government's goal of universal access to power by 2020.
He added
the board is confident the company's operations will run smoothly under Tarus' leadership.
"Dr Tarus will play a key role in entrenching the company as a leader in the electricity sub-sector by aggressively pursuing its business growth and diversification strategy."
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