KenGen has named Rebecca Miano the first female acting MD and CEO in its history, following Albert Mugo’s retirement on August 25.
Miano takes office immediately, chairman Joshua Choge said in a notice on Friday.
Miano is the first woman to hold the position since the company was established. She had been serving as the company’s secretary and legal affairs director since 2008.
Mugo held the top job since January 15, 2014.