Former Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero has been appointed the chairperson of the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC) for a three-year term.
His appointment, announced on Friday, signals a notable return to prominence after his unsuccessful bid for the Homa Bay gubernatorial seat in the 2022 General Election.
Kidero takes over from Hussein Tene Debasso in a strategic move by President William Ruto to inject fresh leadership into key state corporations.
The president’s administration has been reshuffling top positions as part of its agenda to improve governance and enhance service delivery in critical sectors.
The appointment, announced through Gazette Notice No. 14795, is effective from Friday, November 15, 2024, and will see Kidero at the helm of the KNTC for a three-year term.
“In exercise of the powers conferred by section 6 (1) (a) of the State Corporations Act, as read together with section 51 (1) of the Interpretation and General Provisions Act, I, William Samoei Ruto,
President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, appoint Evans Odhiambo Kidero(Dr.) to be the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kenya National Trading Corporation, for a period of three (3) years, with effect from 15th November, 2024. The appointment of Hussein Tene Debasso is revoked,” the Gazette notice read.
The Kenya National Trading Corporation is a vital player in the country’s economic framework.
It oversees government procurement, logistics, warehousing, and the wholesale distribution of essential goods.
Its mandate is central to stabilizing market prices, ensuring supply chain efficiency, and boosting trade operations nationally.
Below is the list of the 8 key new appointments made by the President on Friday, November 15.
Anab Mohamed Gure – Member of the Nairobi Rivers Commission.
Mark Kosgei Chesergon – Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kerio Valley Development Authority.
Wenwa Akinyi Oranga – Chairperson of the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute.
Thuo Mathenge – Chairperson of the Board of Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization.
Teobald Mukundu Wambugu – Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Tana Water Works Development Agency
Nuh Nassir Abdi – Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre.
Mark Lomunokol – Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Sports Kenya.
All these appointments will run for a period of three years.
Before venturing into politics, Kidero served as the CEO of Mumias Sugar Company.
