The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye
The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has appointed Ronoh Kibet Charles as its next Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, with his tenure set to begin on February 1, 2027.
Kibet, who currently serves as KenGen’s General Manager for Commercial Services, will take over from Eng. Peter Waweru Njenga, who is retiring from the position.
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The company said the appointment followed a competitive recruitment process. A transition period has been arranged to facilitate a smooth handover of leadership.
Kibet brings more than 17 years of experience in geothermal development, project implementation and commercial strategy. In his current role, he oversees key areas including energy markets, investments, business development, strategic partnerships and sustainability.
He has also played a role in expanding KenGen’s international consultancy business and advancing the development of the Olkaria Green Energy Park.
His appointment comes as the electricity generator pursues business diversification beyond power production, with a growing focus on consultancy and other commercial opportunities.
During Njenga’s tenure, KenGen recorded a profit after tax of KSh10.48 billion in the 2025 financial year and expanded its geothermal consultancy operations, including undertaking projects in Eswatini.
Kibet holds a bachelor’s degree in telecommunication and information engineering and a master’s degree in project management, both from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. He is also a certified Project Management Professional.
His professional development includes an organisational leadership programme at Harvard Business School and executive education courses at IESE Business School in Spain, the University of Cape Town and Strathmore Business School.
