President William Ruto has appointed former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Competition Authority of Kenya.
Through a gazette notice dated June 26, 2026, the appointment takes effect immediately.
“In exercise of the powers conferred by section 10 (1) (a) of the Competition 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— Kiraitu Murungi to be the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Competition Authority,” the notice read.
Kiraitu Murungi appointed chair of Competition Authority of Kenya
Murungi will serve for a period of three years, with effect from June 26, 2026.
The appointment reportedly revokes that of Charles Mahinda, who had been serving as chairperson of the authority’s board.
The Competition Authority of Kenya is mandated to promote and safeguard competition in the national economy and protect consumers from unfair and misleading market conduct.
It also oversees mergers and acquisitions and works to ensure fair business practices across sectors.
