Nairobi Hospital CEO Felix Osano who was confirmed by the board on May 23, 2025. PHOTO/X/Nairobi HospitalIn a statement released on Friday, May 24, 2025, and signed by board chairperson Bartley Onyambu, the board announced that Osano will succeed James Nyamongo, who served as CEO until December 2024.
Osano has been serving as acting CEO since December 13, 2024, following the decision by the previous board, chaired by Chris Bichage, to send Nyamongo on compulsory leave.
Before his appointment, Osano served as Director of Supply Chain.
According to the board’s statement, Osano brings over 17 years of professional experience spanning global private equity investments in healthcare across Africa and Asia, as well as leadership roles in FMCG and healthcare organisations.
An accomplished professional, Osano is currently a Doctoral Candidate in Strategic Management at USIU-Africa.
He holds an MBA in Global Business Management from the same institution, a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Daystar University, and a certificate in Executive Leadership for Supply Chain Transformation from Strathmore University.
He is a Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS-UK) professional, a Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP), a Certified Six Sigma practitioner, and a member in good standing of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).
“We are confident that Mr. Osano's strategic vision, industry expertise, and commitment to operational excellence will steer The Nairobi Hospital into its next chapter of innovation and patient-centered care,” the board said in the statement.
“The Board extends its full support and best wishes to Mr. Osano in his new role.”
The board did not announce any further leadership changes at the premier health facility.
However, in the December 2024 restructuring, it made significant changes to the management team.
Dr. Reuben Okioma was appointed as Osano’s deputy and Deputy Director of Medical Services & Research.
Margret Muiyoro was named Acting Director of Nursing Services, while Nicodemus Odongo assumed the role of Director of Strategy & Innovation.
Mohamed Doo Said was appointed Director of Human Resources, and William Masita became Director of Finance.
Dr. Magdalyne Wambui Kamande was appointed Director of Transformation Services and ICT, while Gilbert Nyamweya serves as the Company Secretary.
Dr. Margaret Sirima was named Principal of the College of Health Sciences, with Weldon Rotich heading Internal Audit & Controls, and Audrey Onsomu leading Risk & Compliance.
Antipas Nyambok was named the Head of Operations, Major (Rtd) Guido Aido Leariwala would serve as Chief Security Officer, and Trevour Adudah will act as the Head of Engineering.
